Preseason is a big measuring stick for the season. Don't really care if the games are W or L. But being able to see how young players that are only really seen for a play or two and on special teams are progressing, and knowing whether they will be serviceable if needed during the regular season.
Seeing the intensity that players and units are playing with, does usually correlate to how they will be playing when the season starts.
First team vs First team is a good gauge also.
The world needs ditch diggers too Danny!!!