You know that even though the team went 9-4, they looked pretty bad doing it, right? Didn't you hear all the complaints about the team? Didn't you see the product on the field? Is it so hard to believe that a bunch of seniors with NFL talent were able to mitigate the problems of poor coaching and lack of discipline, and mask a more serious, underlying problem? Coaching is critical, especially over a few season, but exceptional talent can help hide coaching issues.

You're struggling with your logic here.