“I mean every single week I feel like we’ve grown in the right direction, regardless of win or loss,” Hubbard said. “And I think that each week our identity is just becoming clearer and clearer. So in terms of mindset, I feel like we’re always hungry, always trying to win, but yeah, we know what we’re capable of.
“I mean, four weeks ago, we weren’t thinking about the last four games or this or that; it was just let’s attack this week and win this game. Every week, our goal is just to go 1-and-0, so that’s what it is this week. Doesn’t change because things in the back end look a little different, but like I said, we’ve been chasing this goal since May, since OTAs, so it’s not a surprise to us.”
Hubbard talked about the importance of building something lasting here, and that emotion is evident among the guys who have been in these spots. Those who remember what happened in 2022, or previously, those players have a different air at this moment.
And the fact that they’re the ones who are spreading the message of presence underscores how important today is.
Back in training camp, Moton was emotional when he considered this might be his final season here. Since then, his future was secured with a contract extension, but the meaning of this moment is evident.
“I’d say a big change, obviously, is playing meaningful football in December, right? That’s huge,” Moton said. “And yeah, I got very emotional because of the city, this organization, the coaches, players, just being around here so long, man, it all means the world to me.
“And yeah, I’m just excited that we’re in a meaningful spot to play down the stretch. But again, just going back to control what I control for now. And it’s still a week-to-week kind of proposition.”
