Quote CobraCraig="CobraCraig"I’m of the belief that currently there isn’t a standout candidate available to be a long term half for us and I would rather we got someone on a short term contract, ideally 1 year and hopefully find the long term option next year. Gale could fit that bill, he’s 33 and seemingly on the outside at Leeds, the only problem is he’s still got a year on his contract at what will be a big wage, would he be willing to take a pay cut to be a guaranteed starter in the hope if he performs well he could get an extension? I’d think he would want 2 years at least or maybe even just happy to have one last year on the outside cashing it in at Leeds.'"

CobraCraigFather Ted:

We probably don't have any cap space. So many players have had their contracts renewed it's bound to affect the salary cap.


Trouble is our two highest paid players and them being two of our three marquee players haven't played for months. French has been out for a couple of months and Thompson since the Catalans game when we also lost Walters.  Although Walters has returned he was out for around 10-11 weeks Thompson still hasn't played.  That is just too much talent missing from the squad  not to have an adverse effect on performance..


If there was a shake up needed then Forber to be bench 9 instead of Leeming.  Walters right 2nd row and Junior off the bench. Maybe also Eckersley to replace Wardle for a couple of weeks so get Jake rested and fit again.


IMO our first 17-20 is the best in SL and by some distance. For that to be reflected in performance they all have to play especially our best players which they plainly have not.