Its true that defences have tightened up around the ruck area, so Roby doesnt get as much space as in the past. However he still is an extremely effective hooker, infact

He is making on average 113 metres a game this year which is his second best average.

The top is 2007 when he made 127 metres a game.

Therefore in many respects, i think people have got used to see him make breaks so take them for granted, and conclude that he isnt playing too well.

kc as a prop next year?

I've often called for that. I can't see how he'd do a bad job. He's got the size and would have more speed than he would need for a prop, he's made yards through covering the ground quicker than most props and his upper body strength is legendary.

i think that its only going to take one brave ref to start giving penalties for holding down before all the other refs follow and it starts to speed up again so roby could well be perfect for us in the near future!

The only problem is, it wastes his key qualities of leadership and organisation at the ruck.

I dont really agree, planty props lead their team round the pitch i.e morley, peacock and even farrell in his final couple of seasons

When Roby started at 9 against Wire, he was instrumental in leading us around the park.

I am not worried.

The lads having his first hit and miss season from what i can see- It happens and i'm sure he'll come back all the stronger for it.

He's one of few players that gets me on the verge of shi*ting myself everytime he touches the ball because he's so dangerous.

If Cunningham stays on another year and Moore returns, could Roby move back to loose forward, a position he played at academy level?

We're not short of back rowers though, i'd prefer moore and roby as hookers with KC as a rotational prop if he stays, he's strong enough and its an area we need more experience in.

Excellent well thought out post Gillers. I predict a bright future for you on here with such wit and reason! Cant wait for your third post.