Some times simplicity is the best way to go. This team built a very simple machine last year (Rookie's) and got 2nd place at the NY Regionals so dont count these folks out, besides you havent seen the attachments and you cant see the other 45% of the robot thats on the top out of shot.
I believe there are 1/4" steel plates that are not on yet or the afterburners.
Great job you Britts...... WELL DONE.