That's what's frustrating if indeed a development year don't see why other players can't be taken up to blood in. Relying on Risati to defend in an opens comp at fullback is a big ask, he'd be there because of his kick. Makasini, Grantham, Filter, Lemoto breaking the line with a man to beat good luck. Drop Isamu to FB, Risati 10, Stewart 12, Fenwicke 13
With fitness I always use George Smith as an example. Terrible trainer, fitness and lifting wise yet all time great. The coach who took chance on him should be knighted