Quote: FearTheVee "Would a more pleasing comment not have been "Ryan Hampshire will be our fullback next year".
No offence to Bowen who has found some real form in recent weeks, but is he really going to be significantly better than Hampshire next year? If not, surely Hampshire should be getting the nod for the year? He looks immense from what I've seen of him.'"
I personally see Hampshire as more of a 6 or 7 so that versatility will get him plenty of opportunities. I think he's an unbelievable talent but as a fullback Bowen is currently a better option. He's safe as houses under the high ball (after a strangely shaky start) whereas Hampshire really struggles. He's better defensively as well although I'd already have Hampshire on a par in attack which is a big rap because Bowen is outstanding.
Bowen at 1, Powell at 6, Smith at 7 and Hampshire and Williams backing them up is fine by me! Including a bench spot that's 5 players for 4 positions which will mean plenty of game time for them all.
