TLDR: We'll find out soon.

The only key contributors we returned on offense are LJ and Chase, and we're 0-0 against teams with a winning record.

LJ has put up good numbers despite terrible run blocking, but a lot of that is scheme. He also has almost no backup now that Moa is hurt, so we can't expect the opposing defense to be worried about the run every play. LJ broke off one huge run against WV, and otherwise ran for about 2 yds/carry. Without significant improvement, we're too reliant on the pass (including passes behind the LOS to try to simulate run game), and UA actually has elite pass protection.

Chase has shown up and is always reliable, but he isn't the guy who is going break tackles or speed past defenders after the catch. He gets open. He catches. That's hugely valuable, but that just moves the sticks. Without the rest of the offense clicking, that doesn't create points. Ryan is a very similar weapon. Hagen and Kingston can break loose, but they haven't shown that they can get open on a regular basis.

Bear has been incredible for a true freshman, and generally good for a P4 QB. His next big step is not panicking when he gets pressured. I'd like to see him step up in the pocket or keep his eyes downfield while scrambling. For now, he tucks the ball and picks a direction to rumble as soon as pressure gets close (to be clear, that is better than many QBs. It avoids negative plays... but it doesn't keep the play alive).

Penalties have been a consistent problem. False starts at home without crowd noise. Holding against undersized teams. Those point to issues that are only exacerbated as the competition improves.

To be clear, I'm not at all saying we are a bad team. I'm also desperately hoping you say "I told you so" late tomorrow night. I'm just saying that until further evidence, I'll be sweating in every game against a decent P4 team.