5 props 4 places up for grabs?

We've now got 5 recognized decent props in Eorl, Griffin, Mason, Jackson and Korkidas. If Nathan goes down the same route as most coaches and starts with 2 and has 2 on the bench. Who'll miss out? For me I think it'll be Jackson, I've always liked his work rate and never takes a step backwards but I think he's the one who'll cause less damage to the opposition. Obviously injuries will occur and they'll all get their chance but who do you think Nathan will see as his top 4 props?

who no's 3 props on the bench!!!!

I'd guess at 2 props a versatlie back, and second rower myself, although Crabtree and Mason have played in that position before.

ponner wrote:

I'd guess at 2 props a versatlie back, and second rower myself, although Crabtree and Mason have played in that position before.

yes you are probably right,especially with all thoughs second row's we have

Prop is probably the hardest position on the park, so a bit of competition for places will do no harm whatsoever.

Jacko is no lightweight, especially when you look at how many players he drags up the park attached to his legs!
He's a worker who has built himself a great reputation at the club.

ponner wrote:

I'd guess at 2 props a versatlie back, and second rower myself, although Crabtree and Mason have played in that position before.

Surely it would be two props, a hooker and a utility back/ forward ?

As for Props i would probably play jacko and Griffin, Eorl . With mason and Korkidas swapping around .

Of the 5 props however i would proably say That Eorl and Griffin will be the first choices with the other three swapping around.

I would however look at all 5 props playing in certain games where we will need a strong pack with Eorl playing in the second row ie against Bradford and possibly catalans away.

Durham Giant wrote:

ponner wrote:

I'd guess at 2 props a versatlie back, and second rower myself, although Crabtree and Mason have played in that position before.

Surely it would be two props, a hooker and a utility back/ forward ?

Yeh maybe i didn't make myself clear. By versatile back i meant someone who can cover Hooker, stand off and scrum half if needed although as you state, he'll more than likely be used as the hooker.