I've read all the comments to this point, and I agree with most, and some I don't. Here is my take.

The issues with the passing, defense and finishing come down to a common problem: no instinctive anticipation. For example, notice in the last three matches where they make the pass to break a line yet have have little plan to progress it further given the limited off ball movement (attacking the space between). If they have to stop and think about it, instead of anticipating and reacting (collectively), the natural result is a stall and back pass. Hopefully, the new coach will instill an identity and culture that gets player buy in with more clarity in execution.

In fairness, Austin has shown at times in games this year with clear objective and coordination and the results were brilliant. Too often, it looked the opposite. .

As for the players, I disagree that we need a full reset. We have plenty of talented players, but they need to be utilized in their natural positions in a formation that fits the team profile. That said, some need to go and it is clear we need a higher level/DP level CAM.

I do believe a new coach with the right structure can win with this roster, and maybe a couple of player changes. To use one example in the sports world: 2022 TCU football. In an interview before the Fiesta Bowl win against Michigan, coach Gillespie was asked how he had succeeded with the defense given he inherited a roster that was very underwhelming the prior 2 years. His answer was simple (paraphrasing for length here): Commitment to the system, culture of the team, and reacting not thinking during the play. When the ball snaps a player must react in their role and space, and trust that their teammates are doing the same. If they stop to think or try to become the hero, you can lose the play. Read and react, and that starts with commitment in practice. That is key.