If it isn't somebody new then it's Widdop and Smith and even as a Wigan fan I can't remotely see how Smith can warrent an England spot on this years form (and last years). The other option from last year then is George Williams but he's not played much this year due to injury and is still raw (although a fabulous talent). I'd have him in the squad if he finds last years form but him and Widdop are a bit similar for me.

We'll be looking at picking three halves in the squad I'd imagine and aside from Widdop it all feels pretty open. I'd say Williams, Smith, Gale, Brown, Mellor, Sneyd and even Richie Myler will all feel like they have a shot. I could see Betts having an influence in any decision so Brown must be a fair chance.

I've never rated Myler much, but it would be churlish to deny he's going well at the Cats. So he is at least a half in form. Right now, anyway.

No, you can't have it both ways - if we didn't produce Brough then we did produce Atkins for example - I'm only following your logic.

I'd put Johnstone ahead of all three of those wingers - but hey.

Anyone who wouldn't put Chris Hill in England's 17 needs serious help

I'd go with all of this except I'd have Roby in their over Clark. Whether he starts is another question, but there'll be no drop in quality when either hooker comes off, which is great to see.