We've had this discussion, argument whatever you want to call it ad nauseam.
Sans any excuses of statements of the obvious (injuries could happen
) ...
... there is no one on the schedule that SHOULD beat WMU. NO ONE! This isn't last year with MSU and OSU (the belt with suspenders analogy).
COULD? Sure. And Moomba and Persrod could be the same person(s).
Will there be closely contested games? Is the talent level and coaching ability comparable? Yes. But back to a previous comment regarding the Moomba vs Fighting Persrods. It takes two or more to have a fight otherwise it's just a simple lopsided beating (See CMU vs the Blue Hose).
WMU should run the table, even hobbling along at times with nicks and bruises to show for it. Maybe a carting off of one or two catalysts during the fight. But "next man up". How Mountain! You better better your best! Row the Boat! All are applicable and to be expected to provide that run through the finish tape.
Now depending on who and where WMU plays in a bowl game ... that may be the beating that takes place.
But I tire of the both sides of the mouth whining I read about all the excuses.
Heck I'd bet none of the Whiners have enough life insurance to provide for and protect their loved ones but boy when it comes to protecting their WMU Chubby, belts with suspenders, Disability riders, double indemnity clauses, accidental death and dismemberment (pun intended) riders all to protect their pride for a farking football season.
Now carry on with the hand ringing, rabbit foot stroking and ass grabbing!