I had formed a very definite (negative) opinion of Ryan Bailey, based on two factors:-
(1) His age. I thought he was much older than 30. But I checked up, and he was born on 11.11.84. So, he would only be 31 at the start of next season. That's not old for a prop forward.
(2) His disciplinary record. He has been 'referred' about 51 times, since the beginning of the 2008 season. However, he has only been suspended 3 times, for a total of 5 matches, in that period - not at all a bad record for a prop in our sport. (
Source - RFL Disciplinary website)
Conclusion:- I guess, as with any signings we make, I will judge them on what they do while wearing the Leigh shirt, and not what has gone on at any previous clubs.