I would call 4-8 a success. That's about on par with our win percentage over the last 15 years. Considering how poorly we recruit, I guess I'm resigned to the fact that it is what it is.
I can do without a cold weather bowl. Besides, the school loses money on playing in the low tiered bowl games anyway. All those are good for is an extra couple weeks of practice and a chance to get somebody else hurt for next year.