For me, I don't see this year as weird. Potentially landing not one but multiple IP's with fairly large fanbases is honestly impressive.
And it's as I've said before, getting multiple big IP's that'll have a good chance of drawing sizable lines is probably the best way to counter the loss of Rip, Ride, Rockit this year. Though I will say, best of luck to anyone that does the New York Stay and Scream this year because I don't doubt that'll be extra packed!
Now as for a potential Icon, I personally don't see one happening this year. I think folks are making a reach over the codenames. Yes, the codenames follow a theme (as the house codenames on the permits show its clearly plants), but that doesn't mean in any way, shape or form that an Icon is coming.