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Well - last year I did think the terms ‘Valetini’ & ‘rag-dolled’ did appear together way more than what was justified. But from my point of view that isn’t my concern at all this year. I think he has definitely been very physically noticeable in both attack & defence. I think his break down...

I agree with you he has improved his work rate. But there are still some times where he seems to be just standing there next to the breakdown and I think WTF is he waiting for? But then Fisher & McKellar, who get paid for this shit and don’t exactly tolerate slackers, pick him every week - so...

I think the problem there though Pfitzy, if I understand your post correctly, is who does start. If it’s not Swinton, ASY (Angus Scott-Young) or Valetini who is it. The type of player FLW (Fergus Lee-Warner) is, be actually could be a good option. But even though he does still have some shortcomings I think Valetini does deserve to...

Because he can still be lazy at times and lineout are important. But none of the other 6s are better at this point.

I think there was a significant difference last year though Barbs. Last year there was no other candidate who ticked the boxes we needed from a 6. I actually thought Swinton was a very logical choice last year because even though he was inconsistent Valetini wasn’t at the level he needed to be...

I think the TT portion of the comp will have a big influence on a lot of these decisions. Not that there is anything wrong with having them now. It’s great to have guys in form where leaving someone out is the problem, not picking between a defender v an attacker. I won’t be surprised if...

I rate both of them, but they seem to cover the same position. An outside back would make more sense I would think.

I think the Tahs will be up for it - but they just don’t have the cattle at the moment. Only possible chance I can see is if the Tahs starting pack plays out of their skin. Obviously I hope for a Reds win, but would love to see the Tahs pack take the game to them. They do have some players...

Okay. I missed it, or I guess I’ve just forgotten. I agree - best option for him is to cash in. Hopefully he gets a good, injury free run. Thanks for the reply.

Sully raised a point in another thread. What happened to CFS? Has he just been a victim of budget cuts? He seemed a very popular player, was in good form last year and Thorn seemed to rate him. Or did his injury history work against him? Where is he playing now? He appears to be listed as a...

From what little I know of Nonggor, I suspect you’re right. ButThorn & Crapper have done a great job with Fotuakia & Zander, so I’ll be interested to see how it pans out.

Thanks Froggy. That’s a shame about Walton.

I though JP Smith was in the US?

Is Perese back this week? Where is Walton at?

No - that’s not what I’m saying at all. But if you can’t see that, which I think is pretty obvious, there is no point us exchanging views. PS I’d be greatly surprised if the great majority of the Australian rugby community is offended.

Didn’t he also get taken off after about 55? Look - Rennie noted he needs to work on his footwork, which i assume is a part of what you’re saying. But I personally think he is going great. Still plenty of upside potential but I am very happy with him. We can agree to disagree I guess...

I get your point Slim - but isn’t it okay to just promote rugby for the sake of it. Is it really that offensive that they take the view that these are likely the best two club teams? I hope they continue to have it, but move the timing to end of season. Not everything have to be fully...

It was close, I agree. If the TV had shown clear contact with the head, whole different outcome.

It is fine when you consider those runs are made in heavy traffic, and he regularly set up gains on the same or next phase through either creating quick, front foot ruck ball or a great offload. Reflecting back on the last couple of pages I note you didn’t rate any of the Qld Backrow. That’s...

Yes - and yet I’m pretty sure at least one poster thought he was clearly better than Wilson.