Also my approach. I call it being realistic. That said, I think.we are perfectly capable of a 10 win season with the upgrades we have made.
Two things really need to happen. First, defensively...the pass rush needs to improve or the secondary needs to get coverage sacks. With two rookie CBs and the passing attacks the NFL is seeing these days, I am not banking on the latter.
Secondly, offensively, we need quick decision making from Jones. He has proven to be accurate when he knows where he is going with the ball. He has weapons. Kafka/Jones communication and prep will be huge. That quick decision making and quicker release was a big reason Eli developed beyond the early years and it's a step I think Jones can reasonably take this year.
So yeah, tough division...but I'll max it out at 10 wins..