Does the streak help with building the team? No it really does not.
I'd argue that as a testament to one of the only things that makes the program noteworthy, it actually may be one of the most important things that helps rebuild the team. No, the streak in itself is not that cool, but it does represent a level of fan support that is unrivaled in college football. If we are counting on our downhill skiing or surfing as the basis to fuel the rebuild, well, lets just say I'd rather take our chances with our sellout streak card.