Too early to prognosticate?

CHARLEY: I always had a bet down for you. You saw some money.
TERRY: You don't understand! I could've been a contender. I could've had class and been somebody. Real class. Instead of a bum, let's face it, which is what I am.

Ah, the Blue Devils. Our asses (and wallets) have been hung in a sling trying to predict how Duke will do each season. We were really high on them last season, but bounce bounce they went out of the tournament. Early. Again. The perennial contenders that fall short year after year.