If were going to build a strong squad for the future, then we need to have faith in the future. Good to see that Thewlis keeps the shirt, and Holdroyd will get an opportunity. I get the arguments about Russell, as we do need wing cover, the same applies to Minikin. Russell, in his first spell, wasn't the future and was moved on, and that's why I'd prefer Thewlis getting a start. However, wing isn't making the most of his ability, but that won't change in the short term with Dufty in the squad.

I'm sure Russell will get a crack sometime. Minikin had a good game vs. Leeds and took his try really well.