I don't expect us to go undefeated, but, don't think we will lose "several games" either..Our running game will be as good as any in the country & will be good enough to carry the offense until our new QB gets his proverbial feet wet as our starting QB..And Coach Saban has a really good track record at Bama..In particular when we're breaking in a new QB..JMO
Had this been next year, no I would not consider it a failure. I am expecting several losses next year.
However, this year with a 5th year, Heisman candidate at qb, 2 studs at running backs, the deepest group of receivers in school history, Butkus winner at LB, an All American at safety and a schedule that was set up beautifully, yes I consider this season a failure with no championships.
I am not saying Alabama has to win a championship every year to have a successful season, I am just saying this particular year, anything less than an SEC Championship was a failure.