I get the impression a few people just won't forgive Des for not selecting the likes of Pappenhuyzen, David Fifita or Brandon Smith. Instead he picks hacks (just because they're in Manly's squad). As for the Injection of Youth brigade, we hear so little from them about that Hoppa kid who debuted last year. Odd.Well after settling down and a nights sleep anyone feel different than yesterday ???
Schuster obviously will be a key member of the 17 by year's end, but there's many good reasons not to throw him in from day 1.
Meanwhile I like the 21 chosen, and look forward to seeing the final 17, one hour before kick-off.
I especially like the choice of Funa at 14. Not a single fan, journo or expert picked that one, Bravo Des!
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