It was a joy to see Leeds win the CC after so many tragic failed attempts but I do feel that will be it for this season.

Considering the efforts shown against Saints last night compounded by the strange reticence of our esteemed coach to use 2 subs even when down to 12 men; the fact that Moon (and Hardaker - after trial by twitter? I wonder whether the perpetrator of the malicious twisting of his leg will get similarly tried?) could be facing a lengthy ban; Leeds could probably finish as low as 6th and the team having no apparent depth in trusted squad members I do feel that is it now.

Saints will win the shield and Wigan or hopefully Castleford will win the GF. I do think Cas will have learned much from the CC final and I have a sneaky feeling they can do it.

Leeds were superb last night in the face of adversity and almost snatched it against the top team with two weeks rest behind them.

On that evidence i am confident we will again have a great shot at the play offs.we may not do it, and if we don't the season will have been a success.we should all know by now not to write this side off ever.

Nah we are far from "season over" it makes the route to OT a hell of a lot harder granted but this Team is the one YOU NEVER WRITE OFF mate!

Was a great workout to get us battle-hardened for the play-offs. The way they played for each other was awesome. I thought playing Saints with 12 men for over an hour we would get mullered especially in the last 10 minutes or so. It never happened. Despite losing it made me more confident we can quite easily handle them later on if we can keep the numbers equal.

Good points all...but as many have stated it is very difficult to maintain the same intensity over the amount of successive matches needed now to win the GF. Plus as I have stated...the team might have to do it without Moon and Hardaker if the twittering classes get their way. McDermott relys very much on his first 17...he does not appear to trust anybody outside that small group: it is unlikely Leeds will have that first 17 available for the whole run in

What a sad defeatist you are.

Jesus. Leeds could finish 6th and I would still class them as favourites for ot.

Not at all...just realistic. I am more than happy Leeds have won the CC this season: that will do nicely for me

I posted on here several months ago stating my main ambition was for the team to win the challenge cup. Even at the cost of maybe missing out on the grand final, it's the icing on the cake for most of the players.
I am not certain how the remainder of the season will work out. One thing for certain any team having to entertain us at home will be extremely worried.
As several other posters have stated we are quite capable of once again going to old trafford .
Especially as the team spirit seems sky high, as per last night it was pleasing to see bailey firing on all cylinders once again.

Season over?
No
Just know now that we'll probably have to go away in the playoff semi and do it that way (tough but a home game wouldn't be a gimme either). Not season ending at all. Saints played with a man advantage last night for 60 minutes and only managed 1146m (only 44m more than us). On the back of playing at Wembley last week and many wondering whether we'd be up for this game then how few metres we conceded with 12 men is the most key stat from last night looking ahead.

With Burrow and McGuire coming back, and if the latter keeps up his form from the CC semi & final then things still look very promising for the playoffs whatever the league position ends up being.

The team were magnificent last night and deserved to win the game on the balance of play. A little more composure in the last ten minutes would have seen them home.

If they can beat Wigan and Hull they could yet finish 4th - I think 6th is most likely now - how McDermott must rue the defeats to Wakey, Bradford and London.

This team can beat anyone in a sudden death game if they have a full team out - time will tell.

One thing will be guaranteed - no team will commit more in terms of guts and effort and as a fan you cannot ask anymore.

Cracking post!

Quote: Omar Little "I predict a s-o-s for moon as he has a clear defence that he was only coming into the tackle (from the replay I saw I thought his arm was swinging in just misstimed/misjudged) I also suspect Zak is a (rather pathetic) storm in a teacup on here and will come to nowt. We have a good chance but the playoffs are tough to call this year. We have a distinct advantage of having the other major trophy in the bag so have less pressure than any other side. Last night we came very close to beating saints with 12 men for most of the game and with McGuire and Burrow rested. On that basis your post is rather odd.'" Here's the wording from the Operational Rules – Section - Sentencing Guidelines Shoulder Charge B-D Indirect or secondary contact with the head of an attacking player C-E Direct initial contact with the head of an attacking player GRADE NORMAL SUSPENSION RANGE A.... NFA -1 B.....1 – 2 C.....2 -3 D.... 3-5 E.... 4-8 F.... 8+ or period suspension So I'm guessing Grade C and a two game ban if he submits an egp. media.therfl.co.uk/docs/On%20Fie ... -Final.pdf

Quote: Omar Little "I predict a s-o-s for moon as he has a clear defence that he was only coming into the tackle (from the replay I saw I thought his arm was swinging in just misstimed/misjudged) I also suspect Zak is a (rather pathetic) storm in a teacup on here and will come to nowt. We have a good chance but the playoffs are tough to call this year. We have a distinct advantage of having the other major trophy in the bag so have less pressure than any other side. Last night we came very close to beating saints with 12 men for most of the game and with McGuire and Burrow rested. On that basis your post is rather odd.'" Here's the wording from the Operational Rules – Section - Sentencing Guidelines Shoulder Charge B-D Indirect or secondary contact with the head of an attacking player C-E Direct initial contact with the head of an attacking player GRADE NORMAL SUSPENSION RANGE A.... NFA -1 B.....1 – 2 C.....2 -3 D.... 3-5 E.... 4-8 F.... 8+ or period suspension So I'm guessing Grade C and a two game ban if he submits an egp. media.therfl.co.uk/docs/On%20Fie ... -Final.pdf

Quote: Rogues Gallery "Here's the wording from the Operational Rules – Section - Sentencing Guidelines Shoulder Charge B-D Indirect or secondary contact with the head of an attacking player C-E Direct initial contact with the head of an attacking player GRADE NORMAL SUSPENSION RANGE A.... NFA -1 B.....1 – 2 C.....2 -3 D.... 3-5 E.... 4-8 F.... 8+ or period suspension So I'm guessing Grade C and a two game ban if he submits an egp. As others have said its arguable whether it was a shoulder charge. In which case surely its a A-B for careless contact with head or neck of an opponent When tackling or attempting to tackle makes. Of course its pointless even trying to second guess the RFL lottery. I still think about the worst "tackle" I've seen this season was this one: www.therfl.co.uk/the-rfl/disciplinary/item?4920

Quote: Rogues Gallery "Here's the wording from the Operational Rules – Section - Sentencing Guidelines Shoulder Charge B-D Indirect or secondary contact with the head of an attacking player C-E Direct initial contact with the head of an attacking player GRADE NORMAL SUSPENSION RANGE A.... NFA -1 B.....1 – 2 C.....2 -3 D.... 3-5 E.... 4-8 F.... 8+ or period suspension So I'm guessing Grade C and a two game ban if he submits an egp. As others have said its arguable whether it was a shoulder charge. In which case surely its a A-B for careless contact with head or neck of an opponent When tackling or attempting to tackle makes. Of course its pointless even trying to second guess the RFL lottery. I still think about the worst "tackle" I've seen this season was this one: www.therfl.co.uk/the-rfl/disciplinary/item?4920