I don’t think you’re wrong. Hughes jogging along next to an attacking player is the definition of this. Ratchford fighting to avoid a dropout minutes from the end is the opposite and the temperament we should be looking for from 1-17.

John Duffy and a large fish ... ought to solve your problem.

Strange that Fitzpatrick isn`t mentioned regarding the decision making process.

Surely the CEO should have the remit to hire and fire and it would be his duty to do so.

I agree that Price needs to go immediately.

Nope. Relieving someone of their duties 6 months earlier than planned to save the season because they are underperforming is not a difficult decision.

For someone who goes for a beer every weekend with the coach it may well be, but for a ruthless CEO it would be pretty straightforward.

I think we’re not discussing a sacking though, just an early release with the remaining contract paid off. If anything it’s in the coach’s favour as he gets to leave earlier without losing out financially. It’s just the disappointment of being replaced that would be hard to take, and as others have said he’s a nice guy so no one wants him to leave on the wrong terms.

The tough call isn’t the emotional angle it’s whether we would be worse off with a temporary coach for six months, one who knows he hasn’t got the job for 2022. If we do go down that route maybe we give Henderson a chance to put himself in the shop window. Would be freaky if he won us the grand final though!

I'm discussing a sacking. I want him sacked first thing tomorrow.