Yes it was pretty much expected, and yes NC are possibly gona be the pacesetters. In comparison we are very suspect in playing staff, management/coaching staff, background staffing and finally owners.
However, I am quite surprised at how 'benevolent' you are all being.
Was not there, but every man and his dog appear to have been able to see the self inflicted pitfalls bestowed by OC.
Yes its only one/the first game, and yes maybe he was trying options out, but for me it does not bode all that well.
There was seemingly an almost total lack of fight and backbone. When you are in the position we are, that's exactly what you need, in spades. As that's the only way you are going to give yourselves a chance.

The talking's over now, and its the serious business of playing the talk out.

Just as with any other its only right to give him the same chance as the previous, but all the same.