I 100% that Rankin didn't show much at FB previously. But I'd argue that he's starting to look more settled and confident now. It could be a good time to try him there again.
Also agree 're gaskell . Looked comfortable vs Cas. There's a lot if players who have really stepped up in the last few weeks. Smith is another as is Murphy. And the young lads have had a real dig and can be proud of their efforts.

Got to give thorman a mention too. I'd be really happy for him to get the job.

He's been the worst, just not flashy. He knows his way to the try line and misses less tackles than all of our outside backs.
Super captain cudjoe for example hardly throws his body in front of a player in defence. If he's in position he try's to grab players a lot of the time. That's just one comparison.
What else does anyone expect off him. Acrobatic dives in the corner...? Full length of the field breaks?
Can't think of anyone in our team who gets the opportunity to do that.

thorman said only two players lastnight didnt give up

MURPHY AND HINCHCLIFFE.

another tick in the box for murphy, the more players like him willing to fight the better as thats what we are going to need from now on in, drop the ones who dont want to fight for the shirt.

worrying thing is that these two are out of contract and will be leaving so the ones staying cant be d"

Or perhaps the fact they are leaving is why they are trying- they need a contract!

That maybe says more about those who already have long contracts.

not really... these two have always given 100% in their performances..just that type of character in them