I do think it is harder overall and if you look at the lineup of starting QBs they (should) face it is not an easy schedule.

But they do travel a fraction of the miles they have the past two years. About 1/3 or less miles I think. And that is a big positive.

The X-factor of course is injuries. Always is. Their own and opponents.

Also in looking at the schedule you need to factor in things like which opponents they play that are coming off a bye, or will be on their 2nd or 3rd straight road game. That sort of thing.

They could end up being a better team this year yet winning 11 games again, or even 10. A lot of factors. I will be happy with 11-5 again and winning the West and a home playoff game. Very tough to go from 11 to 13 wins etc.