The 2nd Ref. was just like another touch judge who managed the off-side line.

Now that all games are streamed/televised we could get rid of the in-goal touch judges, and use one of them to be utilised as the second referee.

If they weren't homesick, I'm sure they will be soon when single digit temperatures and 7 hours of daylight kicks in. I can't be easy to adjust to.

Yes agree with that. Arthur will sort him out. Wayne Bennett rated Connor too

If Connor does sign, it will take a major PR effort to address fan concerns. I remember boxing day 2005 when Barrie Mac welcomed Jamie Peacock to the club and did it well, especially as we had just lost the GF to the Dulls. JP had advantages in being a Leeds lad and a childhood Rhinos fan. Connor has way more baggage.

Interesting times ahead. If Connor was going to be signing one of three, I'd be very worried. If he's the first peice of a strategic chess manoeuvre that involves a number of players departing and some very good ones arriving, it could well pay off. What I will say about Connor is that in terms of pure talent he has more than any other member of our squad outside of Croft. History shows that he's never been able to apply it consistently. Arthur is obviously backing himself in that regard.

The way Arthur has set out pre-season may sway potential contract releases. If a contracted quota player thought they were heading home in October for say 8 weeks and that's become 3 to 4 weeks depending on their mindset that may influence giving up a final year of a contract. Its tough being away from home but that's what you sign up for. No way english players would be allowed 2 months off in the NRL off season