It's interesting because as I recall, Dan Devine, much like Kelly, was not exactly revered by the Irish fan base when Faust got hired. I don't think the hatred for Devine was as intense. But remember, back then, there was no internet for people to air their grievances. Much like you I cautiously drank the Freeman Kool Aid and rationalized that this was different than Faust. But I am seeing some similarities up to this point regarding how poorly both
teams prepare, as well as the level of unpredictability from week to week that is giving me flashbacks.