Under the radar signings

[Rugbygramps]

I think Hegarty is a useful squad player, I'm not sure he'll ever stand out. Saumaki could still become very good.

And all squads need those nuts and bolts type players, I think he has done just what has been asked of him

I assume at some point he's been asked to make a few more than 58% of attempted tackles, but I know what you mean and yeah he's done ok. I'm not sure it would be easy to find a better option who is comparatively priced, equally versatile and happy being 2nd/3rd choice.

Obviously take your point but I was meaning in general I feel he has been a good squad acquisition

[Tiglon]

And all squads need those nuts and bolts type players, I think he has done just what has been asked of him

I assume at some point he's been asked to make a few more than 58% of attempted tackles, but I know what you mean and yeah he's done ok. I'm not sure it would be easy to find a better option who is comparatively priced, equally versatile and happy being 2nd/3rd choice.

Obviously take your point but I was meaning in general I feel he has been a good squad acquisition

I think we are in agreement on that

[RagingBull]

When you think about it Ellis Genge was signed as a 21 year old 4th/5th choice Bristol LH.
When he first came on loan no one had really heard of him.

[Rugbygramps]

When you think about it Ellis Genge was signed as a 21 year old 4th/5th choice Bristol LH.
When he first came on loan no one had really heard of him.

When you look at it, this was a heck of a punt by Cockers I think. 4th or 5th choice, problems on and off the paddock. Enormous credit goes to everyone involved not least Ellis

[sam16111986]

When you think about it Ellis Genge was signed as a 21 year old 4th/5th choice Bristol LH.
When he first came on loan no one had really heard of him.

When you look at it, this was a heck of a punt by Cockers I think. 4th or 5th choice, problems on and off the paddock. Enormous credit goes to everyone involved not least Ellis

He had looked a beast for England age grade it was a punt to get him but very much the type of punt we are taking now on former age grade players like Dolly and Hurd. Circumstances are a bit different in each case but it's a sensible option.

[LekkerTigers]

When you think about it Ellis Genge was signed as a 21 year old 4th/5th choice Bristol LH.
When he first came on loan no one had really heard of him.

When you look at it, this was a heck of a punt by Cockers I think. 4th or 5th choice, problems on and off the paddock. Enormous credit goes to everyone involved not least Ellis

He had looked a beast for England age grade it was a punt to get him but very much the type of punt we are taking now on former age grade players like Dolly and Hurd. Circumstances are a bit different in each case but it's a sensible option.

Absolutely right. Genge was exceptional at age grade rugby and I remember thinking it would be nice to have a prop like him at Leicester.

[chappie]

I would add Nial Morris to the list along with Jonny Murphy and Eric Miller.

[Old Hob]

What about SB?

[Rugbygramps]

What about SB?

He was hardly unheard of

[Old Hob]

He was as head coach, only a forwards coach.

Just a thought.

[Chobbsy]

Credit to those players as well as the coaching staff - yes the coaches have done brilliant work but all of those players mentioned are where they are because of their own incredible work ethic, commitment and attitude.

Jansen is definitely one with potential to be part of that group IMO.

Harry Wells when he rejoined from Bedford?

I don't think Scott had a long queue of suitors when he joined, but he has been exceptional and I'd be more than happy and confident to have him starting against Leinster, which is quite a big compliment.

I may have been dreaming but didn't Neil Back say that Jansen was the most exciting back rower since Kromfeld?

[Rugbygramps]

Credit to those players as well as the coaching staff - yes the coaches have done brilliant work but all of those players mentioned are where they are because of their own incredible work ethic, commitment and attitude.

Jansen is definitely one with potential to be part of that group IMO.

Harry Wells when he rejoined from Bedford?

I don't think Scott had a long queue of suitors when he joined, but he has been exceptional and I'd be more than happy and confident to have him starting against Leinster, which is quite a big compliment.

I may have been dreaming but didn't Neil Back say that Jansen was the most exciting back rower since Kromfeld?

Not seen that Chobbsy but you could be right. Apparently can play right across the back row, for me he is just one of those players that look right.
Talking of Kronfeld there was a something on YouTube about Dan Carter taking on a kicking record and Kronfeld was giving him some physio.
Remarkable player, my abiding memory of him is watching him jog down the field to a line out, putting his dislocated shoulder back in place while he did it. Now he was as hard as nails

[RagingBull]

Honestly Eli Snyman also for me.
Didn’t come with much fanfare if any.

But every game he’s been impressive for me not a traditional big guy lock but imo our best carrying lock.

[Rugbygramps]

Honestly Eli Snyman also for me.
Didn’t come with much fanfare if any.

But every game he’s been impressive for me not a traditional big guy lock but imo our best carrying lock.

Certainly come into his own last few weeks, you would almost say that he and Chessum could be our best pairing at present

[Hot_Charlie]

Longer back Geoff Parling, Ben Herring, Marcus Ayerza & arguably Ellis Genge.

Austin Healey and Ben Kay!