The article sounded a little radical to me.
I doubt we'll ever see the herd in mid 80's form again. To many properties out their where hunting is not going to be allowed in that fashion or even allowed at all. That along with the urban herds, I just don't see it happening. In the same respect though, I would bet there will be some isolated areas in the counties where the population will end up to low.
IMO certain areas are getting that way now.