Social media breeds self-delusion. Every fan base has its echo chamber, the memes and retorts they use to reinforce their favorite arguments. "Zero natties." "Built not bought." "We are so back."
Some fan bases specialize in living in the past and distorting their record. Others confuse hype with reality.
Washington Huskies
What they think they are: A blueblood program with no limits, a national championship contender.
What they actually are: A window program.
The Huskies had six straight losing seasons between 2004 and 2009, including an 0-12 season in 2008.