My concern would be, even if we go manage to keep a good squad together should we go down, the injuries continue in a season where we effectivley play the same number of games as if we were in Europe.
I think the only way to really counteract it would be to have 2 1/2 players for every position. 5FB, 5CB, 5DM, 8AM/WF, 3CF. 25 Outtield players plus your 3x Goalkeepers.