Quote Grimmy="Grimmy"Someone said he got dropped for bad defence, can't say I've noticed it myself. He doesn't make as many tackles as most second rowers but I can't remember him missing tackles either. Maybe they just want him to get involved in defence a bit more, or maybe it's just as simple as rotation.'"
I can remember him missing a tackle against Quins which directly led to a try. He stood there, swung a high arm like he couldn't be bothered making a effort and the player went in for an easy score. I wouldn't blame Maguire if he was dropped for that because it was appalling.
Also his defence is a bit suspect and he has a habit of dropping off tackles, especially if he's been on the field for a while. He does make a huge impact going forward though which makes a big difference.
I think considering Farrell is only 19 so inexperienced, having Bailey in the back row was a better option than Mossop against Huddersfield. Mossop will probably get back in the squad next week as last time he was dropped he came back strong.