I think Jones is one of the hardest workers on the pitch, especially defensively and so would suit that role quite well. Unfortunately I don't think his distribution from acting half is good enough so I would keep Netherton on bench and rotate.

With the signing of Snitch I reckon Jones will be more of a squad player this year. It's a shame for him that he won't be playing week in week out, but I think when the inevitable injuries hit, he will prove to be invaluable.

Same story for Higgins. He puts in a lot of work and I really like him. I reckon Jackson is probably a bit more imposing going forward and so will get more first team action.

I do think our pack is stronger this year and our two signings could be really astute, especially considering who we have in reserve.

I think it's obvious we're not competing with Leeds this year...

Tell me when was the last time the loiners didn't have a strong set of forwards? Name any of the top four or five sides' packs and the lists are similar in the depth, quality and sheer physical ize of the personnel. We are thin on the ground as usual and we lack the firepower so I think it will be tough, however Leeds are the least of our worries - it's those sides around us in the mid table who we need to worry about dominating. Regardless of that we will still give you a game as we usually do (barring the odd towelling at Headingly, we compete well down the lane). By the way I would be surprised if Eastwood is not in the first choice batch. If he is not better than Ablett then I am posibly going to sneak a bit of wee out as I laugh myself silly.

In this day and age I don't see how it's possible to compete with Leeds from our point of view. That Whino fans post has enough reasons in it as to why I hope his team fails. Here's to hoping though

bluey has said previous that ablett is the glue that holds the team together and he also said he is one of the first names on the team sheet. which probably explains why he just got a 4 year deal. check the leeds board re ablett, probably one of the most underated players in the league by other teams fans.

I don't buy that. Yes Ablett is a decent SL player and much better than several of the Cas back rowers (although I wouldn't swap him for Joe) but would he get into the starting back row of any of the other top 5 teams? I am dubious of that. As far as being the 'glue that holds Leeds together'- I m sure Leeds fans hold him in high regard as he seems consistent and has come through the ranks and been there a while but I hardly see the team falling apart if he doesn't play. Cannot see how any coach would put him in the team before Greg Eastwood.