Hallas was capable of covering at hooker (albeit not very well) and he's gone. Flanagan is knocking on and vulnerable to the odd suspension inducing brainfart. That leaves Doyle playing the majority of matches as first choice. Lose him to injury or loss of form and we're up the creek.

It's not like we really have anyone in the academy at this moment in time knocking on the door. I'd imagine Johnson might be chosen ahead of Flanagan anyway. Can't understand why anyone would think this is a bad move. Hooker is a specialist position. Only takes one injury or suspension and we're scrambling around to get someone in on an emergency loan.

Its intriguing what made him retire from the game aged 21, and then a year or so later decide to play again.

Johnsons absolute quality, id have him in our 17 over Dwyer, but can see the merit of another good stint in a very competitive Championship. If he's joining you on a long term loan, then its a good move for Bradford imo.

Looks like Jarrod O'Connor is on his way to us.

In that case dont sign any more players then as we have cover everywhere.

Looks like all foir signings are promising Leeds former Academy players who are now in the 1st tesm squad. All look very handy. Think Leeds would like them playing Chsmpionship rugby rather than reserves.

Which 4 would that be?

O'Connor, Edwards, Johnson and Broadbent.

If it is those 4, honestly think all 4 would be regulars in our 17 and really strengthen our squad.

If they're not in or around 1st team what is the point of them signing.

Sounds like the usual dual reg type of merry go round. Hopefully Leeds will be injury free and we get these lads for a longer run. The challenge is for our fully signed up players to keep them out of the side. I'm looking at this deal as something that adds a bit of depth. What positions are O'Connor, Edwards and Johnson?

Can't see Broadbent staying for long with us.

O’Connor is a loose, Edwards a second row and Johnson a hooker

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