That smile never faded over the course of an hour, truly setting the tone for the afternoon, and perhaps the season.
There were jokes, mistaken names, and everything in between. Included in that was an embrace for what's to come, and the expectations that have followed this group following the aftermath of the playoff clash with Texas.
This group has had plenty of time to absorb such massive expectations, and with that, it might bring some comfort. As he approached the podium, there was a level of comfort that seemed to rest on Swinney's shoulders, understanding that, simply, his football team is going to be pretty good this year.