Dani finished 2nd overall on the 07 Honda, the only person who beat him was Stoner. If you imagine Stoner was riding that Honda do you think he would have beaten Dani? That would suggest he'd have been champ anyway!! I know there is a lot more to it than that, but i think he would have done pretty well.
Stoner has gained clout and respect a year or three removed from his 07 title. If he'd been at Repsol in 07 as Pedros "teammate", i full believe Puig and co would hav found a way to .... Casey over. Advantage Dani.
Have been an Edwards fan since 92 and have always hoped he would succeed in MGP. The hope is long gone, but I still like him for his no BS attitude.
Hence the my (tongue in cheek) wonder at the phrase 'extraordinarily talented in Motogp' in relation to Edwards. I can see why people like him though.