I know how powerful it can be when used correctly, but a DRG or MNK or BLM, w/e can keep up or exceed what we're capable of doing if they are geared enough.
I'm just sensitive about the whole subject, but that's because I spent all my effort and all my time gearing the job.
The main issue was BRD has nigh unlimited uptime on enemies, regardless of mechanics. While other DPS
are ahead, even outside the vacuum of theory crafting, the amount of work they have to do to achieve that is disproportionate.
I disagree with the nerf though. All that was needed was to make fight mechanics less punishing on melees (which they're already doing iirc) and that would've been that.
I think I'll start looking into PUG Coil this week, after I pick up my next mythology item. One more after than and I'll have all my BiS myth gear for DRG. :D