I can see the argument that they will be getting a few WR's on the field with Gordon and Edelman so they should get better. But what about their d?
30th in the league in total yards giving up.
31st in the league in rushing yards giving up.
25th in the league in net passing yards
21st in the league in points per game
Their next 4 game stretch they have the Fins, Colts, Chiefs, and Bears. 9-3 overall record. This slow start could turn out to be an epic slow start.