Arkansas State has the schedule and experience for a massive run in 2018

[Seminole Indian]

"This is a loaded offense, and if a reconfigured defensive line holds up, the back seven could dominate. Anderson's cupboard is full. If there are steadier hands — or better bounces — to be found, this might be the year the Red Wolves find them."

https://www.sbnation.com/2018/2/15/16999218/arkansas-state-football-2018-preview-schedule-roster

[GolfNut57]

And if they don't meet YOUR expectations you'll be sure to bash Anderson for his shortcomings if past history is any indicator. 

[Seminole Indian]

I'm good with Blake Anderson after he said in the recruiting video they lost some games they should not have and talent was not the issue. Said they lost because they were undisciplined, and not attentive to details, and that sounded like coaching to me.

He also said after the bowl game he will fix the problem, and I believe him. Of course I believed Malzahn when he said he was not leaving after one year.

I do know A-State has more talent than eleven of the twelve teams on their schedule next year, and will likely be favored in all but one or two games,  so 8-9 wins maybe.

As far as their record they have hit my predictions in three of Anderson's four years including last year, although on the low side.

[Seminole Indian]

After thinking about it I'll stick with my 8 win +/-1 predictions for them in 2018, although they will probably be favored in at least 10 of their regular season games.

Bottom line Blake Anderson & Company are solid recruiters, but painfully average when it comes to coaching.