There are plenty of moments left to cherish.
Deshawn Purdie smiled as he thought of the memories that Charlotte Football has made this year, but the grin grew when he pondered the potential ones left to make.
The 49ers' final business trip of the 12-game slate is up next. Florida Atlantic, also armed with an interim coach, awaits. And while a bowl berth may not, there are plenty of moments that Purdie and his teammates are still looking forward to.
"You never know the memories you could miss if you're not still locked into what we're trying to do," Purdie said.