Great post Arnold!

I totally agree but until the new darlings of the west can beat the 9ers in SF, which they won't, they will be just a team that fell short of expectations.  Its not like other teams have taken a step back.  I am sticking with 13-3 and will watch with great joy as Seattle's mouth, overconfidence and media bequeathing makes them choke to epic proportions!

And yes, the 9ers aren't finished yet.  I do like the fact that the 9ers are fairly quiet on the FA front.  I like that alot! 

There will be a few surprises no doubt!