Anyone else reckon that this is biggest step into unknown for years?

Even including Prem season (when we knew we'd get battered a few times). Going into last season I always felt we had the team spirit to beat a few teams, but I can't ever remember a year when I've really known so little about what to expect. For me the possibilities range from total disaster to total surprise outfit. Hope Simon knows what he's doing.... I'd hate it all to be doom & gloom after day 1. Think he's worked hard this summer (and board) and I truly hope it pays off. Come on You Reds