A year ago at this time, the Cincinnati Bearcats had their sights set on improving after a disappointing season. They are in the same position this season, although after going 4-8, matching 2015’s 7-6 finish would be a major upgrade.
In the echo chamber of Bearcats fans/followers, it was apparent almost from the jump that last season’s Bearcats were not going to be very good. It didn’t take long for the rest of the college football world to catch up and we are seeing more evidence this summer. During the first of the American Athletic Conference’s media days, the league released its preseason poll.