That loose structure, failing to win the ruck consistently and excessive chancing their luck/no look pass did stand out. This is Les in the lead up, Youtube: Reds TV
From about 8:40 about what he wanted to see in the trial:
"I think that the players really work hard at what they've worked on and... and then Pull the trigger. I don't want them to be too safe. Obviously I want them to try and find out how to manage the game well, but I want them to stretch the game and stretch themselves and just see how they can take the game forward."
I'm not sure we really nailed the stretch, or rather that it needs taming (?). No, let's use Les-talk -
"Find out how to manage the game ... and see how they can take the game forward". I'm no coach but right now I'd be looking to reinforce the
"work hard on what they've worked on".
And hopefully that includes some pack structure and ruck management. [I'm also wondering if the kick game might need empowering.]
On another note: Reds have occasionally been very good to excellent with the media and presentation to fans. It is looking like this year could be the best from a superb platform.