Fullback is a tricky role, Mathers is a bit up and down but last season I thought he was one of our best players. I also remember when Lee Smith played FB and struggled which made me appreciate the role Mathers plays.

I don't see anyone in the squad who could oust Mathers and I also think Richie will improve as the season goes on

aslong as you say he isnt leaving??

Seen him play good games and bad some times he needs to put his body on the line and it don't look like he will at times.I think Mathers needs another player who can play full back breathing down his neck to keep him on the boil so he don't have the comfort of he will be a certain on the team sheet.If he goes good luck to the lad and if he stays we wil have to live with what we have.By the same token I have seen BJB drop some clangers as most full backs do from time to time.

Id of thought Mathers would be trying super hard to get a contract?

I for one hope he doesn't go, its the grass is always greener syndrome. yes I cursed some of his defensive qualities including the ones at wigan- but all the talk of bjb etc etc ... well he makes as many if not more mistakes than mathers, I ve seen him on a regular basis. Lets play sykes at full back or sjeka (who we ve never see play) etc etc
Why not sign brent webb he s a proven full back with an international reputation .... what no takers after yesterday really am surprised

I suppose the rumour will run until its confirmed or denied by someone in the know , on his ability there are more qualified than most on here who have made their minds up, in the past .( TITANS  WARRIORS , WOLVES TIGERS )  

The opposite of this is the picture of Mathers jumping on Tautai's back after his second try. Sorry haven't got the picture but remember him doing so.

I just wish Mathers had Gary Spencer's 1 on 1 tackling ability. Mathers makes some great yards from acting half usually around the second or third tackle. He spots that regularly and relieves lots of pressure. He also joins the line well and has given some great passes for try's including Sykes against Catalans. He seems great around the dressing room and the camaraderie from him and the players is pleasing. I think he's good to have around.

Some of his weaknesses show up like saw thumbs a bit like when a keeper in football makes a mistake, it usually results in a goal. He can be frustrating to watch and his last ditch tackling is poor. But you don't play at the clubs he has without having good qualities!!

Certainly a player who evokes great discussion!

I don't think anyone could say he has ever lacked passion at wakefield and has in the past been very good for us, particularly the season we made 8th he was instrumental.
Recently though his confidence seems to have taken a battering and does not seem the same player, although I thought he had a good game on Sunday.

All the best to him whether he stays or leaves.

Takes a certain kind of strange and obstreperous personality to be a decent fb, just like a goalkeeper - you're in a team, but often isolated and one of the few players who's individual errors can be highlighted as leading to a score for the opposition. That takes some intestinal fortitude and a certain arrogance - both of which Mathers has in spades.

On balance, I think his net contribution is positive and his teammates must shoulder some of the blame for some of his defensive bloopers, just like they reap the rewards when he joins the line and sets up a try. It's quite difficult to bat for him at the moment as he seems to be low on confidence and isn't always bending his back, but I'm not sure that there is a better option; Mathers - the ultimate Marmite player.

"obstreperous"

Great word Bren! Gold star.

What and spoil the fun!! Why should MC have to spend time confirming or denying something that has been dreamed up inside someone's head?

1 min 50 secs on the video

Some of you think we would be a better team without Mathers but full backs are not easy to find. You criticise his performance but how do you think he compares with Webb at Catalan, Eden at Hull KR and Bowen at Wigan.
I guess some of you will never learn it was not long ago you wanted Fox to be sent to Doncaster, I don't hear this being suggested this season. All players have bad games but sadly at Wakefield this is not allowed, one poor game and some of you are all too ready to criticise.

Heard today that a top championship club has been offered his services on loan for one month.

I can't imagine that. If BJB isn't coming we are hardly in a position to send him to championship.