Cheers Mr Ziffel sounds to me as though everything is tracking as well as can be expected.Which is very well. A shrinking rehab group and no-one too badly impeded or with prolonged post-surgery recovery.
Add to that what appears to be another successful drafting/trading period in conjunction with a refreshed and invigorated coaching team and I'd say things are very positive heading toward the NAB which will inform us all a little more.Only concern I've got is Zaarke at the minute.
No relapses,hiccups or injuries and we trend toward RTB's "ideal" of 'fit and available'.I can't see the reasoning behind our predicted slide other than Elvis' departure which I reckon we'll cover adequately and Pav's extra year in the body,which his extreme professionalism, preparation and the fitness team's support will minimise the visible affects of.
Conversely we've got arguably the trade of the decade,the potentially immense advantage of a fit Morra,extra running power and experience into some youngsters,likely extra coaching prowess/expertise,another off-season to adjust and rehearse the game plan and whatever else the brains trust come up with.
Course anything can happen but I'm looking forward to another strong season with some top wins.

EDIT:Forgot to mention that I reckon RTB is approaching the top of his game.
He's chased coaches with better lists and came excruciatingly close.Now he's starting to get a list with enough talent and flexibility to allow him to display the full range of his ability.