... the real problem seems to be at the other end. After 35 games we have scored 31 goals at a rate of 0.89 per game. After 35 games we have conceded 62 goals at a rate of 1.77 per game. Based on 46 games we are on target to score 41 goals and concede 81. Our best and worst scoring records since 2006-07 are 56 and 45. Our best and worst conceding records since 2006-07 are 57 and 85. It looks like we could have our worst scoring season, but not our worst conceding season. Sorry, I was bored!
So if you consider our lightweight midfield the conclusion doesn't give us much hope of another great escape.