First of all, no, I have not been living under a rock for the last few months... I was just bored. So I've had a look at what we'd need to make Playoffs at this point, just for something to track in the final few weeks. And to make it clear to everyone who the opponents are for all contenders and what scenarios we can allow.

I'm fully aware it's nearly impossible, but given we seem to be safe, or at least feel more safe, why not look at something positive. We've had enough negativity for one season.

So here we go...

As It Stands:
6) Leeds - 23
7) Salford - 20
8 ) Hull FC - 20
9) Hull KR - 20
10) Warrington - 16

Best Case Scenario:
6) Warrington - 24
7) Leeds - 23
8 ) Hull FC - 22
9) Hull KR - 22
10) Salford - 20

NOTE: Of the following games listed, we can allow for some variations (which are covered), but the current wins and losses mentioned below would get us to the 'Best Case Scenario'.

Leeds:
- Warrington (L)
- Huddersfield (L)
- Catalans (L)
- Castleford (L)
- If Leeds win one of their last 4 games, we cannot make Playoffs.

Salford:
- Huddersfield (L)
- Catalans (L)
- Hull FC (L)
- Castleford (L)
- Warrington (L)
- We can afford for them to win only one of their next four games. Preferably vs Hull FC if they beat either Toulouse or Wakefield, not both.

Hull FC:
- Saints (L)
- Wakefield (L)
- Salford (W)
- Toulouse (L)
- Hull KR (L)
- Praying Toulouse and Wakefield are battling hard to stay up. We can allow Hull FC to beat one of those two, and then allow Salford to only beat Hull FC, as opposed to this current list.

Hull KR:
- Saints (L)
- Wakefield (L)
- Wigan (L)
- Hull FC (W)
- We can allow them to win one game. Preferably to Hull FC if they have already won one of their next four games.

Warrington:
- Leeds (W)
- Castleford (W)
- Huddersfield (W)
- Salford (W)
- We must win all remaining games. We can only afford for Salford, Hull FC and Hull KR to each win one of their remaining games.

Leeds - Have been in great form in the last few weeks. BUT, they have to face us, and then have the toughest schedule of the teams listed in the last three games, playing 3rd, 4th and 5th Place. Must lose all games.

Salford - Play the same teams as Leeds but their schedule includes another team fighting for Playoffs. Obviously looking decent recently but hoping they lose confidence vs Huddersfield and then Catalans before facing Hull FC, then a decent Castleford team. And finally us, for the last game of the season. Salford can only win one game.

Hull FC - Take on Saints first, then their schedule looks easier. We need them to have some shockers vs Wakefield and Toulouse. Hull FC are capable of that. But hopefully the battle for relegation is in full swing and both teams play some of the most hard fought Rugby we've seen this season. Hull FC can only win one game.

Hull KR - Two tough opponents vs Saints and Wigan in the last 4, where hopefully they don't rest too many players. Need Wakefield to step up against them and we can allow them to beat Hull FC in the last game if Hull FC have won only one game up to that point. Hull KR can only win one game.

Warrington - Of the teams listed, we have the toughest schedule remaining (what a shock). Although, we still play two teams that we are competing against so it's in our hands, which I always prefer. Must win all games.

One thing that is slightly more realistic is that any team can hit 24 points, so we could allow a draw for Leeds and they have a tough schedule anyway. Or two wins for Salford, Hull FC and Hull KR, which is quite possible. But we'd need them to win by fine margins and lose their other games extremely heavily, whilst we win massively to cover the points difference. Leeds is our biggest difference, so we'd have to swing 38 points on them in each round if we match them on points.

However, the points difference situation can also be applied to Castleford. As they are on 24 points, but their points difference is easier to match (25 point swing per game), we'd need them to lose to Huddersfield, Warrington, Salford and Leeds, which are all very possible. But Castleford would have to be the only team that Salford beats in their last five. I only took preference to Castleford securing 5th over Leeds as the gap to them is larger.

So mathematically, it is possible to make Playoffs. And if the wins and losses I've mentioned above actually occur, that's how we'd get there. As mentioned before, it's close to impossible, but it's something I'll be keeping my eye on.

Hope you enjoyed the read. Have a great day!

I was convinced Gazwire was Daryl Powell but it’s been KineticRR all along.

The tiny problem with that scenario is that it’ll be immediately blown to pieces when Leeds batter us next week.

I think we can forget the playoffs, it's not mathematically impossible for us to be relegated either let's not forget.

I am more concerned with seeing some cause for optimism for next season to be honest. We desperately need to see some good displays in the last 4 games, some signs the resilience is returning and that we can play as a team.

Yeah, even my eternal optimism would struggle with this scenario.

How about what is more likely, we don't get any more points. Toulouse and Wakey get two more wins each, our points difference is eroded and we spend the last round listening anxiously to the radio for their final day results to come in.

If we're winning all remaining games what about if we win our playoff games as well. Daryl could finally deliver that Grand Final that eluded TS or Price.

I like the positivity. We’ve nothing to lose, pressure off, who knows.

How about £10 off each supporter to get the other teams rubbed out by gangsters then we can have a " walk over " into the play offs ? Repeat the plan for play offs ,Bob's your uncle .

Powell is already giving interviews reflecting on the 2022 season. It seems now we've achieved safety(even though technically we haven't)then that's the season over. I highly doubt we'll win another match, especially with all 4 opponents challenging for the play offs.

Don’t need a big post.

To make play offs win games

We have just not done that this season.

From what was said in Powell's interview, it seems there was some resistance to his proposals. Looks like Coops was one of the culprits, as was Charnley. I reckon he just decided King was poor and was amazed at his contract. Stef must be one of his favourites.

From what I believe, the resistance to DP in some areas, be it personal or be his technique has come from…
Widdop Hughes Charnley King Cooper

Dear KineticRR,

You have too much time on your hands, though I admire your dilligence. The weather is glorious, pour yourself a drink, grab a good book and go and sit in the sun (but wear a hat, you may have had too much sun already).

Our season is over, why prolong the agony with a first round humiliation?

Best Regards, MIAW

So, the [icorrect[/i thing to do is for the club captain to insist on a face to face with the coach to air grievances in a constructive, mutually respectful way.

The [iincorrect[/i thing to do is to disregard professionalism, contractual obligations, down tools and cause unrest.

No-one comes out of this well.

You are assuming that The Duck is correct!

What if, indeed, this did happen (or attempts were made) but the coaching staff either refused citing it was DP’s way or the highway, or the response wasn’t to the player’s satisfaction?

This is all hearsay. All that matters in professional sport is results. Since coming in, DP has taken us from third from top to third from bottom*. Those calling for his sacking/resignation might subside for now, but it’s clear his and KP’s management of the playing staff this season has been disgraceful.

In what way?

This is literally an amazing post Kinetic, the amount of detail you've gone in too is superb. It would be unreal to make the 6 after the year we've had, but i think we'll just escape relegation and move on to 2023 which i'm very excited for

Not much sun at 4:23am to be honest

Much appreciated mate. And yeah I agree.

Here my prediction…
If Wire make it to 6th, they’ll win the GF!

Duckie I'm getting nostalgic for the days when you used to predict we would "win the lot" every season Steve Price was here.

Love your optimism, but we won't, you're right that they will win the GF though whoever they are, saints?

What are the odds on us finishing 6th?

Highly unlikely.

What season??