Hello folks! A Michigan guy here.
We're having this conversation on the Michigan board, and I'd be fascinated to hear Kentucky fans' thoughts on this. I'm a pretty cut-and-dry kind of guy and like to keep things simple; with that in mind, I think national titles is the best barometer to judge...
The first half of your post was spot on.
The second half ... not so much. To speak in absolutes when it comes to sports is ridiculous.
"Gone forever" and "won't ever happen again." Lol.