I wouldn't judge Bowen just yet. He was slightly off the pace of the passing movements (hence what lead to Saints scoring) but he's just getting used to a new team as the new team get used to him.

He has the experience and rugby knowledge to quickly correct this and get up to speed, I'm sure in no time at all we'll see him shine.

Two things from the game; firstly when he took the ball out rather than take the tackle (I couldn't understand that) and secondly did anyone else think that he should have claimed the bomb from Walsh that led to their second try, instead of leaving it to Burgess? It was in Bowen's position of the field.

Not judging him as he is clearly a high class player with an impeccable pedigree - I just thought he could have taken control in those two situations.

I think after a couple of months he will be bossing people around like he did at NQL but for now he probably doesn't want to step on anybodies toes and Burgess was already on it.

Another Dennis Moran boo! Get rid quick

This thread is embarrassing, he could have played a blinder and then been crap all year, or he could be quiet and play well all year. How can people possible judge something that hasn't happened yet?

I don't think anyone is judging Chris. We are just commenting. Fans like to discuss what happens in games. No-one is saying he is rubbish just saying what they saw on Friday. I'm looking forward to him playing this Friday but after the Saints game I have my fingers firmly crossed!