Not the only one in that category. We're far better at recruiting after the season starts

Interesting that our stand out players appear to have been our recent signings.

Credit due to .. .YOU KNOW WHO

In a word.

Maybe needs shorts that arent as tight then

Was tearing up trees at Wigan before his injury last season, I'd give him another season and see how he goes with a full pre-season behind him. From what I've seen so far he looks solid in defence, after a bit of a shakey start, his support play is as good as anything we have and he adds another dimension in attack, and he's still young. He also appears to have confidence in his own abilities, could be an excellent long term fixture, after all we can't have quota'd superstars in all key positions. Can cover a few key positions as well, although only on a short term basis.

If he continues as he is at the moment, I'd offer him a 2 year deal

Didnt go tonight so cant comment but what iv seen up to now,hes been steady..nothing else..prefered whiting at fullback from what iv seen.

If phelps had been FB against saints instead of whiting I reckon we'd have won.

Thought phelps had a good game in the derby and has improved week on week. Just hope he can stay fit

still not wild on his 1 on 1 defence and why the hell did he think it good idea kick into corners with men outside him

We only saw him do that once (and on the second tackle!), though. His only mistake in an excellent performance from him. Very encouraged by Phelps last night.

If everyone maintains their improvement and the team continue to gel we could be on the cusp of something good.

Our weak areas look weak no longer and I'm starting to feel a bit excited.

Another good effort this afternoon. Wind was blustery and swirling and he had a lot of high bombs to defuse which he did well.

Has Phelps dropped a high ball since he came? So solid under the bombs and his kick returns are good. Good support play from him too, if he had a touch more pace I think he could be one of the best in the league.

dropped one in his first game i believe

Wigan? I wasn't there so won't have seen it. Anyway, the point is that I've never felt confident with high kicks watching FC for years, with Phelps that's one worry I no longer have.

Now if he can teach some of that to Sharp then we'll be laughing!