Stewie 2

[Crusher_Cleal]

Glenn wasn't very prominent yesterday. Did plenty of hardwork, but I didn't see those bursts off the ruck that he did so well last year. He definitely looks bulkier. Is that stifling his running game?

 

[DSM5]

Crusher we obviously watched the same game.  I too have posted that Glenn just doesn't poke his head through the ruck as he did so effectively last season.  I was surprised to see his tackling stats.  I imagine Brett's troubles might have something to do with it, and understandably.  Or is it the disruption to the backline.  I loved it last season seeing Choc running out in the backs.  Didn't see to much of that on Sunday.  But it's early days, so I'm not to worried.   

 

[KaZa]

yeah he looks huge. Looks like hes lost a bit of mobility.

 

[niccipops]

He might have had too many beers. It seems to be a regular problem in the NRL.
Glenn might need to swith to Pure Blonde for his waist line.

 

[Kiwi Eagle]

Glenn has always been a fairly big chap. I think part of the problem yesterday was that he has been put into more of a ball playing role at the moment, and that is taking prominence, whereas last season he had the mix of a running and ball playing game.

Not 100% sure, but i think he may have even played a bit of 5/8 yesterday when Bailey went off injured

Of bigger concern to me at the moment is Ballins form, the brainsnap in game 1, and lack of involvement yesterday was a worry. When he starts to fire, it will be a lot easier for everyone

 

[The Wheel]

Yep there are a few blokes who don't seem to have their minds in the right place - Kite is another IMO.  Spent a huge amount of time on the bench and his power game was missing.

 

[Ryan]

I don't want to harp lads on this, but I also think it had a lot to do with the quality ball Lyon gave him when playing at 5/8. I actually think that's why all our outside backs aren't looking as dominant this year.

Bailey kind of has a Burnsitis in him (Travis Burns). The ball gets to him, and there isn't a smooth, fast transition to the centres, wingers, backrowers and such.

That's just me though - I'm hoping Bailey comes good - he has the potential IMO to be like Terry Campese.

 

[The Wheel]

Ryan, Bailey is too slow, it is a bit like watching a slow motion replay when he gets the ball passes out the backline

 

[Ryan]

I remember we were all writing off Lyon when he started at 5/8, so I'm willing to give him a run with a full strength team before I dust the bloke.

TBH, I DO prefer Lyon at 5/8, and agree with you that at present - Bailey stifles our attack badly. It's like we are The knights team of last year ! LoL.

I hope he fires up this week !