Now, the middle linebackers Mike Rose and O’Rien Vance split snaps, Harvey and Spears both have substitutes in Jake Hummel and Raggen Northrup that more than hold their own, the growth of Jamahl Johnson has helped Lima get some rest when he needs it, Spencer Benton fills in for JaQuan Bailey and even Brian Peavy can get some rest when Datrone Young or Anthony Johnson step in.

“It’s certainly a credit to the multitude of guys who have stepped up and have been able to help us play,” Campbell said. “I think that’s probably the biggest difference. We also have more guys engaged, I’ve always been a big believer in that – the more guys that are impacting your team and are having success, are then more engaged in what’s happening day in and day out than a guy that’s not doing that. All those things are good, then that player leadership and that player ownership – those are all things that are key factors. Those are the biggest differences right now than where we were a year ago.”

The players can feel the difference, too.

“I feel way fresher,” Lima said. “That’s a credit to the staff in building depth and being more prepared. It’s great having a lot of guys out there and in the rotation. It’s definitely helped a lot in keeping a lot of guys healthy and keeping them ready to go.”