Jatz Crackers said:
Sure TEHL, but is that really relevant here ?
Gift is on the return from injury and IMO offers less than Tred. My view is that its not a case of dropping Stewart, but rather, promoting Tred for his attacking abilities and allowing Gift to reclaim his run on spot when he is back to top level.
This is no doubt the answer, its ridiculous to think we could drop Gift to NSw Cup when atm, theres limited bench options - Gower for Gift???.
In recent seasons everyone from media to supporters have claimed we have the most potent right hand attack & on most occasions has involved G Stewart. Imo he came back into the side underdone - losing that extra spring of pace to get outside his man creating space for Lyon & the fitness to be where he would like to be. Almost a case of his body not being up to the speed of his creative mindset creating poor timing, forced passes & frustration. I believe Gift just needs to feel less responsable to create everytime he gets the ball, play more simple & direct till he gets back to 100%. Then again champions can leave egg on your face & would not suprise to see him hit top form in coming weeks - MUST be in the 17.