Reds 2015
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Andrew Slack (58)
The Numbers are ridiculous. Of the 44 Georgians signed in the Pro12, Top14, Premiership, Championship and ProD2, 42 are forwards, 29 are props and 20 are Tightheads!
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Desmond Connor (43)
Tomikin
Simon Poidevin (60)
He could be the signing of 2015.
Top 3 at least (with Hunt and Thompson)
But seriously. That's great. Forgot about the influence of Wilko. My original backline had Hunt at 15 and JOC (James O'Connor) at wing but my thinking has changed and that we need them both closer to the action. Perhaps Hunt at 12 and JOC (James O'Connor) at 15!
TheBigDog
Nev Cottrell (35)
Everyone finally starting to see the light! As long as Hunt's defense is up to scratch then playing him at 12 seems like the right option to me. Of course there is also the consideration that RG might be very keen on Samu at 12 considering he stayed there for the entire NRC.
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Train Without a Station
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The main reason people spoke about Hunt at 15 was due to the fact with have centres coming out of our arse, one other fullback option who has been an excellent winger.
And he played NRL there primarily.
I certainly agree he'd be a great 12, but I think back 3 is more of a weakness for depth than the midfield. We already have 3 players who only player there (Kerevi, Fainga'a and Tapuai) to fit into 2 spots as well as CFS who can play there, where as full backs we have Hunt and JOC (James O'Connor) with Turner and JJ two back ups we likely would prefer not to use in that position. Then on the wing we have CFS, Turner, JOC (James O'Connor) with potentially Kuridrani and JJ again who we would prefer not to use. Based on the players we want to see on the park, that would be something like:
11. Turner/CFS
12. Tapuai/Fainga'a
13. Kerevi
14. JOC (James O'Connor)
15. Hunt
22. Fainga'a/Tapuai
23. CFS/Turner
with JJ Tuilagi and Chris Kuridrani missing out. If Hunt plays at 12 you need to drop one of Tapuai or Fainga'a from the 23 and promote one of JJ or Chris to it.
Whilst Hunt may be even better at 12, I'd rather I team with him at 15 and no JJ Tuilagi, than him at 12 with JJ Tuilagi.
And he played NRL there primarily.
I certainly agree he'd be a great 12, but I think back 3 is more of a weakness for depth than the midfield. We already have 3 players who only player there (Kerevi, Fainga'a and Tapuai) to fit into 2 spots as well as CFS who can play there, where as full backs we have Hunt and JOC (James O'Connor) with Turner and JJ two back ups we likely would prefer not to use in that position. Then on the wing we have CFS, Turner, JOC (James O'Connor) with potentially Kuridrani and JJ again who we would prefer not to use. Based on the players we want to see on the park, that would be something like:
11. Turner/CFS
12. Tapuai/Fainga'a
13. Kerevi
14. JOC (James O'Connor)
15. Hunt
22. Fainga'a/Tapuai
23. CFS/Turner
with JJ Tuilagi and Chris Kuridrani missing out. If Hunt plays at 12 you need to drop one of Tapuai or Fainga'a from the 23 and promote one of JJ or Chris to it.
Whilst Hunt may be even better at 12, I'd rather I team with him at 15 and no JJ Tuilagi, than him at 12 with JJ Tuilagi.
JJ. Now there's someone.
Considering his NRC form, where he was quite arguably the form fullback (can't think of too many better? Sorry, yes DHP from the Spirit in his limited games) I think he may end up in the squad there or there abouts.
a backline of:
15 JJT
14 JOC (James O'Connor)
13 Kerevi
12 Hunt
11 CFS
10 QC (Quade Cooper)
9 Will
puts threats (and initials) across the park, all capable of causing damage on their own but also all great runners of QC (Quade Cooper) balls. All very decent defenders and very physical, with JJ an exception.
Considering his NRC form, where he was quite arguably the form fullback (can't think of too many better? Sorry, yes DHP from the Spirit in his limited games) I think he may end up in the squad there or there abouts.
a backline of:
15 JJT
14 JOC (James O'Connor)
13 Kerevi
12 Hunt
11 CFS
10 QC (Quade Cooper)
9 Will
puts threats (and initials) across the park, all capable of causing damage on their own but also all great runners of QC (Quade Cooper) balls. All very decent defenders and very physical, with JJ an exception.
Tomikin
Simon Poidevin (60)
Hey never know Quade went well at 12 for the wobs maybe he will play Job/Hunt at 10 and put Quade in 12
. RG thinks outside the box.
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Train Without a Station
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Reg. Based on 2014 do we really consider JJT in our first choice team? Turner and CFS will be lucky to make it through the off-season uninjured so he will of course come into the team, but does he fit into our very best 23? I'd argue not. His Premier form was supposedly sublime in 2013 and 2012 from what I've heard so I don't necessarily think his NRC form is an indication he is actually ready for Super Rugby level yet.
TheBigDog
Nev Cottrell (35)
NRC was played much looser and more emphasis on attack - especially in the early weeks in which JJT was a standout. He was able to carve up the lazy defensive lines and broken play. I can't argue that he was brilliant at that level and is obviously a talented player. I still have doubts on whether he can transition to the tougher and more structured aspects of S15 though.
Well we have to see how Karmichael goes. I think he'll start at 15 perhaps to give him some scope to learn the game. But I can see him moving closer.
As for JJ, he was excellent at Premier level and then thrown into Super Rugby level. And suffered.
But he was excellent at the NRC, a step up from Premier Rugby. Given another year in the professional environment and another off-season (with guys like Hunt, O'Connor, QC (Quade Cooper) and Will) I think we can expect a lot more from him this year.
As for JJ, he was excellent at Premier level and then thrown into Super Rugby level. And suffered.
But he was excellent at the NRC, a step up from Premier Rugby. Given another year in the professional environment and another off-season (with guys like Hunt, O'Connor, QC (Quade Cooper) and Will) I think we can expect a lot more from him this year.
Tomikin
Simon Poidevin (60)
One thing I never understood and must drive Reds fans to drink was his kicking chase, he was horrible if he even bothered. Or was the times I watched him the exception.
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Greg Davis (50)
I guess they might struggle in 7's, would be entertaining though. Cant get enough of big units running
Ignoto
John Thornett (49)
With JOC (James O'Connor) having Wilko giving him kicking advice, he must be the only Australian (outside of Giteau) with a full-time kicking coach!
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Bobby Sands
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Apparently he has been barking at training, and everyone has been very impressed with how sharp he is tactically.
FilthRugby
Nicholas Shehadie (39)
Some awesome highlights here, Lads. Take a look.
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