forgive me, but what in the heck does this even mean?

Oklahoma State head coach Mike Gundy previewed the Cowboys' upcoming matchup with West Virginia, saying the Mountaineers "could be the best 4-4 team in the country" this season

Well, hot damn, then let's treat them like a 4-4 team, even if they're the best 4-4 team.

at least they are not a 5-3 team... right fellas?

WTH?