I agree, we have been more competetive in a more physical league. Could care less we beat tOSU while they were down, DIDNT beat Texass when they were down. Went 1-2 against OU, 2-1 against Michigan.
Saying the league jump is just an excuse is nearsighted at best. Now that weve been in both leagues 3 years under Bo it would be easy to point that we were more "successful" in the Big 12. The difference is that the B1G gets leass respect than the Big 12 and the difficulty of our backloaded schedule isnt fully appreciated. Also the injury bug was rough this year, no thats not an excuse, look at our bowl opponent. Is that just a fluke or a reflection of our new home, little of both maybe.
Id say the transition wouldve been smoother for a different coach with more experience but given the circumstances Id say weve performed decently. The talent in place and the schedule set up for a strong run next year. If we cant take control in2014 Ill be more worried.