So, what's the early line on the Patriot league for 2015? In alphabetic order:

BUCKNELL - Took a BIG step forward in 2014, but really didn't beat anyone of note. Expectations are high, but freshmen will have to play a role.

COLGATE - Did not distinguish themselves in 2014 and were something of a muddled mess. What exactly do they need to return to the top of the standings? Looking at a probable 0-3 start in 2015 (Navy, UNH, Yale).

FORDHAM - The window of perceived excellence has probably closed. Is Nebrich coming back? Can Moorhead round up enough transfers to keep things rolling?

GEORGETOWN - Better than anyone expected in 2014. Still a hopeless situation.

HOLY CROSS - The talent meter is trending up, but the roller coaster performances continue. Need some Saturday to Saturday stability to replace the chaos we saw in 2014. Should get some help from a so-so schedule.

LAFAYETTE - Need an O-line. It's that simple - and that complicated. Another team with a probable 0-3 start (W&M, Delaware, Princeton).

LEHIGH - The gaping holes became more obvious as the 2014 season ground on. May have a freshman phenom QB in the recruiting class, but will that be enough?

Other than Georgetown as the bottom feeder, does anyone see an obvious top to bottom order here?