I get the sentiment. We can have a “development year” on defense while still being a darned good team.
Jackson, Benford and Johnson are an okay CB trio. As long as they can stay healthy, our backend should be okay. I’m sure Elam will be getting some more opportunities too.
Jones doesn’t really have a replacement on the roster, but let’s see what Oliver can do with more on his plate.
Dorian Williams and Bernard will be getting the baptism by fire treatment.
The sad part is this felt like a potential Super Bowl year, and now it feels more like a “make the playoffs and hope for the best” year.