2 things i really like with this team - Marata on an edge and Ford in the middle. Not having edges capable of shortening that defensive line out wide was another reason for our static attack. Ford is a whole hearted player with a big engine but not a natural ball player. Straight up and down in the middle will suit him.
Nice to see Webby despite the pre season plan of moving Marata into the middle, prepared to change things up when things are obviously not working.
Like that they havent rushed SJ back in too. Dont think hes doing anyone a service if he's not firing on all cylinders, and i think the last few performances have meant there shouldnt be any dire need as there has been in the past to play him on one leg.
Of the returning players i think Berry has a bit to prove......he's not a tackle busting, powerful centre, more a link man with good distribution and solid defender......but if one of those elements isnt up to scratch you start questioning his value to the team......and this year he's been coming up with a few more 1 on 1 missed tackles than he would like.
None however has more to prove than AFB. His actions were pretty ordinary after that game and gave Webby no choice but to draw a line. If he is truly all in this season im expecting a next level type game for the ages from him.