Main Indicators of a Swift Decline

1) Coaches Leaving or being Fired - only one in this case is Chavis, and we have a good understanding of why (money, pride, contract security.....followed by claims of disliking our offense and other coaches)
2) Players leaving early for NFL draft - while this was the case in the past 2-3 seasons, it appears to be down considerably so far for 2015 - I say much always has to do with the quality and readiness of the players, but some has to do with loyalty too. So, given the circumstances, we could be seeing many more early departures from some of our better players if the players didn't "believe" in their future at LSU.
3) Quick fall-out of top commitments for 2015 - not seeing it at this point - in fact, it's appearing some players are that much more determined to come to LSU and play for Miles and with the talent we already have in place.
4) Player Discipline - seems to be collectively a much better focused group of men, with less problems off the field this past year or so than in the past.
5) Fan Loyalty - remains to be seen - we've been spoiled over the past 10 years with a pretty good run without anything close to a losing season, but expectations run high now - that's a good thing as long as we understand there are more than a handful of equally talented and financially supported teams to compete against - championships are not a "gimme" for anyone.

For me, as long as we're continuing to recruit and compete at a high level every year, and check the boxes on most of the above in a positive way on a consistent basis, then I'm of the opinion that there is not going to be any decline (swift or otherwise).