Yes, it would be very impressive to have 3–4 games practically handed to us and still end up 7–10. I can see the reason for optimism.
It's very disturbing, it's like the coaching staff is asking for it. Personally I don't want to see him again until training camp.
seriously though they are riding Hall as they are desperate to win this game so they can beat their chest and go into the off season on a high (sadly I am not joking)