"Preseason expectations" refers to the predictions or assumptions people have about the performance or outcome of a sport's season before it begins. Full definition
This is also the time where preseason expectations have been thrown out the window and bettors are able to identify top teams based on the merits of their current season performance. (sportsinsights.com)
They're on a 95 - point pace right now, and even if they fall a few points short of that, that's right in line with preseason expectations. (sbnation.com)
But with a quarter of the action already behind us, we can take a look at how the Blues have measured up to preseason expectations so far. (famouscfc.com)