As has generally been the case for several years, it will come down to the effectiveness of the OLine. The skilled positions have often been strong, maybe not quite the potential of Troy & Teddy, et.al., but strong. Looking at the pictures of the moose brigade they pass the look test for roadgraders, but the ultimate test is whether they mesh and whether they are effectively quick. Average DLines may quake a little at the sight of them, but not all we will face will be average.
I think the biggest challenge will be how well Mangold is replaced...my perception is that he was the key last year and that this year's success will be dependent on mirroring his skills. We'll find out in a hurry...we'll probably know as we go to bed late on Sept.9. (Happy as clams, hopefully.)
Go Bucks!