I look at it this way; I dont think we have the QB to become an elite offense. We'll likely never win a shootout with the top offensive teams. However, I do think we have the horses to become an elite defense. Its in our culture now.
Elite Defense > Elite Offense
An elite defense kills two birds with one stone. When your D is elite, you dont have to score nearly as much, just pound the rock or control the ball (dink and dunk). Plus there is a much better chance to win the take away ratio, which often determines winners and losers. In other words, your defense can become an offense, but your offense cant become a defense.
Think of it this way, defense can win field position, take ways and even score. A great defense is much more important than a great offense in my opinion.
[ Edited by Oakland-Niner on Jan 4, 2016 at 1:20 PM ]