Must admit the Edwards talk is picking up

Right. Let's get a couple of things sorted:

a) if Madge had of stayed (like I desperately hoped) we would have all been elated

b) he's gone! Most of us are too proud to admit we are a little bit upset. No one wishes to lose a good coach. Take sir Alex and man u. When he goes, that club will never be the same.

However, what we have now, is possibly the most exciting time in our recent history. For once in a while, Wigan as champions have to choose a coach to lead us. Loads of coaches (both here and in oz) will want the job.

But we have to make the decision well. If we give it to Wane we have to be 200% sure he's ready, otherwise he may end up being a flop.

But we can't give another coach a long contract. If we do Wane will feel annoyed and just leave.

IMO we have two options;
1) hire a good Australian coach for a maximum of three years, then hand over to Wane.
2) make the dream team of coaching. Wane as head coach, Edwards as assistant.

How old is Shaun's lad now, he must be getting on a bit now? He was with Heather Small back in the mid-90's so he'd be at least 17??

(Assuming he doesn't have other family commitments like other kids).

Edwards is far too inexperienced to take on the role of head coach, not just that but he is accustomed to the role of assistant in RU. I wouldn't bet against that kind of role, if anything, at Wigan.

Edwards: head says "mmmm don't think so."
Heart says: "yes, yes, yes."

I think it will be Wane but Edwards contracts are up with both Wales and his cub soon. So until Wane is announced or Edwards signs new deals in RU you can bet the speculation won't go away.

If he was offered the job i dont think he could or would turn it down.
He'd walk home

Can't see Edwards coming, especially as head coach. Wane would be miffed a rightfully so. Yes, Edwards is a Wigan legend but that doesn't mean he'll be a great coach. My vote would be for Tim Sheens, who's yet to sign a new deal with Wests...

I think Edwards as assistant is a none starter. He would obviously be destined the for the no. 1 job at some point so Wane's position would be undermined from day 1.

This, if Shaun came back, logically it would be as Wane's assistant, surely?

Integrity and honour, 2 great aspects in life that unfortunately are far too often ignored by people especially in sport. Sport is judged on performance, and sport can be ruthless at times. If Maguire sees his contract out, has a poor season this yr and a poor one next yr does he still get the same chances he is offered now? No he doesnt. Yes Wigan head coach is a massive job but for an Aussie coaching in NRL is greater no matter how much we all wish it wasnt! If a coach gets sacked do the fans feel sorry for the guy that now has to go and find a job? No!! So why do some fans make out that its a crime to move clubs!!