Yes, even one game would have been very helpful.
I noticed on the ESPN score scroll today that Cincinnati is ranked #7. Probably greatly inflated but a significant accomplishment anyway. Many criticized Phillip's credentials (including me) but it turned out that we hired a position coach from a top ten ranked FBS team. In today's climate, that is about as good as we could have done. And Phillips really wanted the job! Now let's hope that he is the answer.