Yes. In 2017, the current freshmen and sophomores will be juniors and seniors, and we will have a new slate of freshmen and sophomores to provide sorely needed depth. We will be serious contenders. For now, no.
Dont forget that in his last year McWilliams was sick, like actually really sick. I saw an interview with him where he talked about getting fired actually saving his life because he took the time to go to a doctor that he wouldnt have if he was still coaching. I do agree that the best analogy for Strong is McWilliams. Everyone and I mean everyone liked David McWilliams they wanted him so desperately to succeed but he just was in over his head. Strong thus far has the same appearance, great guy, working hard but seemingly in over his head. Next year will be the rubicon one way or another.