That's what I'm clinging onto really.

Where have I said he isn't good enough? I've not seen enough of him to comment on that and I've not. All I've put is that the volume and specifics of the criticism of his ability and performances are a concern. You can't sign any player just because you need one, and lets face it, if we've persuaded him to give up his Panthers deal and outbid Hull, he certainly won't be cheap.

Goulding wasn't exactly prolific in taking on the line; more of a passing, kicking & organising No7. And yet he never seemed to struggle winning the fans over...

I agree entirely. It would be far better to make a den by putting a sheet over the kitchen table and sit there pretending everything is great.

I'm under there now.

You mean you expect us to be worse next year, because if we improve significantly no one will have anything to moan about.

If Walsh does the kicking and organising, and Lance and Lomax do the running, I think we'll go alright.

I still think Laffranchi could do a good job at second row for us, but he's done nowhere near to deserve his extra year.

Kevin Sinfield has made a career out of his kicking and organising game.
You dont look at him to scythe through midfield, instead Leeds use the likes of Burrow, Mcguire and their fast three quarters to do that work.

lets give Walsh the opportunity to come over here, settle in, then start moving the team around the pitch.

As for his halfback partner then we can look to Wheeler, Swift or Hohoia.

I get the impression that Browns first choice is Wheeler.
Hohoia is i think seen as an interchange hooker.
Swift has so far not been played in the halves, which suggests Brown doesnt see him as a halfback, even though he is one by trade. Then again maybe its been more a case of him being reluctant to put youngsters in key pivotal positions.

Wheeler

Can't afford to take a chance on a quota spot.

If we are going to the NRL need to have a little more confidence. Looks like we are settling for a Flannery
out of desperation.

Too many negative write ups from knowledgeable pros. He is Penrith's Hohaia
they must be very relieved.

If a HB doesn't mix up his game then it is easier to defend against.
Watching Walsh his one trick is the bomb. He has plateaued.

Would rather take a punt on a up and coming SH home or overseas. Miller Brierley whoever.
They would be hungrier and cheaper with more of a rounded game.

This actually made me laugh out loud. You're getting much funier than you used to be.

Rob Burrow was a runner but never mixedup his game, same run and duck every time. Yet it killed Saints every game.

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