I'm not sure about Burgess. A lot of huff and puff but limited impact. Unfair?

I think burgess will prove to be a good prop for us.
At this moment in time he does appear to be suffering with 2nd season syndrome though plus his workload and number of games are up with the injuries we've had and scruton leaving.
He still has plenty to learn and can be lead footed in defence but he's got time on his side and i'm sure he'll sort it.

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I'd say.

Often Leeds' second best prop and must be one of the first names down on McClennan's team sheet.

There are better props out there but only one better at Leeds.

Agreed.

I thought Luke played well last Friday night

Agreed. Bailey is head and shoulders above everyone else

He just needs to learn how to move sideways in the defensive line. Scruton was a better prop in every department for me - significantly in his defensive mobility. I thought Burgess had plenty to offer on what I saw last year, but he hasn't really come on this year. He has good hands though and can certainly cart the ball up. I was hoping he'd have the same aggressive streak his brother has, but still a way to go there.

He's only young though is Luke and it's only his 2nd season. He's got great go forward which will only get better, his defence will come in time. The lads' got a huge future at Leeds imo.

I agree but it's a pointless exercise comparing him to someone Leeds could not/did not retain. Burgess has areas of his game he needs to improve but is coming along steadily enough considering the additional workload he's been forced into carrying this season.