Maybe it shouldn't be all that surprising the Seattle Seahawks managed 10 wins and made a playoff appearance despite an offseason overhaul that claimed some of the best players in franchise history.
Just listen to any interview with John Schneider.
While the Seahawks' general manager rarely speaks to the media, he repeats the same five-word phrase pretty much every time he does: "Consistent championship-caliber football team." It's his way of saying the Seahawks are always going to try to be in the mix for a Super Bowl without ever having to intentionally be lousy for a season or two to get there.