Valid points. That's what I meant by "it's too early." I looked the recent play like i look at preseason in basketball. The starters start and play, but yuck. By summer, everyone's play will be elevated and we'll find something else to scrutinize (like out of shape and oddly inconsistent refs).
Depending on scheme, one player can make a a world of difference mid and up (as you indicated) . D needs at least 3.5 beasts to be competitive. At least 4.5 to be consistently very good. 6 to be elite.
I need to see more BLC games this year for sure. | 
