Recoveries like this do more than add a point.
That matters in the opening weeks. Teams still settling into shape can lose confidence quickly when games begin to get away from them. Grimsby, on this evidence, appear to have enough composure to stay competitive even when the script turns against them.
The biggest takeaway is not only the 2-2 scoreline. It is the response.
A side that can absorb a poor spell and recover usually carries a few useful traits: belief, physical output, and a manager with enough authority to steady the group mid-game. Grimsby seem to be building that profile. They may not control every match, but unbeaten runs are often sustained by teams who refuse to let one bad half become a lost afternoon.
Cheltenham, meanwhile, will likely view the draw as a missed chance. Letting a two-goal lead slip can linger, especially when home games are supposed to be the foundation of a campaign.
Now comes the harder part for Grimsby: backing up the comeback. An unbeaten start earns attention; extending it earns credibility. The next fixture will test whether this was simply an emotional rescue act or another sign that Grimsby may be establishing a tougher, more reliable identity for the weeks ahead.