Is anyone that thick skinned? We killed his SL career

Was my first thought too but apparently Smith wanted him as an assistant at Rovers.

Reading that I'm guessing the club have already spoken to him and will appoint him in the next couple of days.

I like the way he referenced his brother's connection and the size of the club, and how he will change the culture of the team (if needed) very diplomatic! That's the first question Pearson would have asked him and so he should.

He's up for the challenge. Appoint him.

As MW said he must have bollox the size of King Kong to want the job. Hope Pearson has done his homework and taken a look.

Think we'll announce him in the next 24/48 hours. The end of the week at the very latest

Certainly saying all the right things.

Good news Hodgson has gone, massive decision for Pearson and one he needs to get right.

From the outside it has looked to me that Hull have gone cheap or old boys club with coach appointments far too often. It's the most important job at the club and I really hope Hull get it right as a massive rugby club is going to waste and the sport can't afford that.

Smith/Thorman/Davidson!!

You don't like winning trophies then? Wane is a serial winner and believe it or not, a good guy. Yes the style of rugby is questionable but look at his medals. I would rather him stay at Wigan but would be interested to see how he went somewhere like Hull which is a sleeping giant in need of a huge overhaul. .

Not sure that Smith and Thorman have worked together since about 2003? Thorman maybe heading to Newcastle.

Newcastle would be my guess. He's a geordie and they need a coach

Newcastle cutting budgets aren’t they?

Like what TS says about his brother, The Boulevard, and a bit of history and legacy there. Must be inviting knowing if you get it right, you’re in charge of a club with massive potential support and interest.

Been crying out for someone to take the club by the scruff of the neck for years, and be confident in their ability to do it.

Newcastle are going part time, can't imagine it's a good salary there. Surely assistant here would pay more.

Think Gene is the assistant.

Not sure about appointing Gene, but you must admit it would be hilarious, just to see the Bin Dippers response!