A win alleviates the blame on any individual, it seems. HH is not a stellar QB by any stretch, but we're 4-1 with him. It may just be he's the better locker room guy and leader where everyone's play is elevated with him at the helm.
With a really good QB, and marginal defensive improvements, we make another leap in competing. Then add a legitimate O Line and develop our WR and RB rooms more, we start really competing for meaningful trophies.