An interesting point there. I remember an interview on the Wigan site last year regarding Tomkins (cant remember if it was with Noble or Lenegan) and they were asked what position he would play in and they said his true position in the 1st team hadnt been decided and that he could make a great Stand Off or Scrum Half, but could also be potentially a Hooker, Loose, Centre or Fullback.

anywhere he can't play?

Wing, Prop, Second Row

Swop 12 & 13 around and I'd go for that.

theres gonna be so much pressure on sam when he does get his chance....i feel sorry for him.

Theres no pressure on him at all. He needs gametime and matches to develop as a player.

I've said exactly that on another post, lets hope fans dont expect the new Brett Kenny immediately !!!!!!!

I think everyone just wants Sam to get game time and develop as his talent is there

If/When he finally gets his chance he just needs to stick to his strengths and do the basics right

Every player that runs out of the tunnel in the c & w jersey is under pressure, there is a high level of expectancy here, some big name players have not handled it well, playing for Wigan does mean something.

I'd go with this. Maybe Lockers to 2nd row and Tomkins at LF, why not try it Tomkins played a more attacking style of LF last when lockers wasn't fit. Maybe start with McIlorum and have Sam on bench and Tommy starting 7.

There would be too much change there. Tommy would bring could impact of the bench and the longer Smith and Sam are on the pitch together the more they can improve there partnership.