Re: Leeds away : Mon May 24, 2021 2:38 pm  

Riderofthepalehorse wrote:

But regarding Jack Brown, there must be something that’s causing his omission from the side. It’s funny since his agent was publicly saying how good he was, he’s not been seen. Well actually he was warming up with the players against the Cats

I like Brown but he seems to be prone to the odd brain explosion which I think is maybe coming from him trying so hard to make a impact.

If he isn't going to be playing he should be out on loan with a call-back clause because he needs to be playing against men as his development is really running the risk of stagnating.

How people would have him above Fash in the pecking order I have no idea though.

Re: Leeds away : Mon May 24, 2021 2:38 pm  

Mrs Barista wrote:

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Fascinated to see whether we go all out on Friday or rest a few to prioritise the cup.

resting players is not really an option and i dont think its Hodgsons way either
Josh Bowden should be back which will help and get rid of this centre/wing occupying a bench position

Re: Leeds away : Mon May 24, 2021 2:48 pm  

Chris71 wrote:

At least the team have managed to escape the clutches of the disciplinary panel this week

Though I must admit that the following in regards to Prior using his head to butt Connor is laughable

Details of allegation: Head butting in 17th minute
Decision: NFA
Details of Charge /
Reason for NFA: Player is trying to extricate himself from the tackle. Opponent is keeping himself tight.

So any player now has 'carte blanche' to head butt an opposing player if they don't let go in the tackle

How on earth does the above suggest that?

Re: Leeds away : Mon May 24, 2021 2:54 pm  

The Hollywood Frasier wrote:

I like Brown but he seems to be prone to the odd brain explosion which I think is maybe coming from him trying so hard to make a impact.

If he isn't going to be playing he should be out on loan with a call-back clause because he needs to be playing against men as his development is really running the risk of stagnating.

How people would have him above Fash in the pecking order I have no idea though.

Fash has come on leaps and bounds this year. I do think Brown has a higher ceiling than Fash, but as they both are now Fash fully deserves his place. Like you say, the next time Brown gets a chance I think he just needs to calm down a bit. He is a handful and has done good things, but he just needs to concentrate on running hard, doing the basic things right, and getting through plenty of work. He is prone to a daft offload or rushing the play the ball and knocking it on.

Re: Leeds away : Mon May 24, 2021 2:54 pm  

has anyone our stats from the second half last night?
completion rate has to be less than 30%
ccs around he normally helps out here?

Re: Leeds away : Mon May 24, 2021 2:58 pm  

bonaire wrote:

has anyone our stats from the second half last night?
completion rate has to be less than 30%
ccs around he normally helps out here?

Still haven't recovered from your match commentary last night.

Re: Leeds away : Mon May 24, 2021 3:03 pm  

Mr. Zucchini Head wrote:

I think Chris71 has pretty much summed up my thoughts. I thought that on the whole it was really quite a poor performance in a lot of ways. Yes the weather was terrible and you do expect some mistakes when it's like that. But we did alot of dumb things too. I'm not singling out Manu Ma'u, but the first thing that comes to mind was his pass straight to Hurrell which came at a time when we had already soaked up a lot of pressure and finally looked like getting out of our half only to invite them right back in again. There were plenty of other examples of sloppy play the balls, loose carries, needless hands in at the ruck etc. You can only blame the weather so much. These are basic things that professional players shouldn't be doing regardless of the conditions.

All that said, we again showed that our attitude and togetherness and will to win is ten times what it has been in recent years. Despite everything I never thought we would lose that game last night. Our defence was organised and busy and aggressive and everyone has switched on. So long as we can do that we will always be in games. But there is a lot of work to do when we have the ball. One moment of Connor brilliance last night and two moments of Hurrell comedy. Aside from that we created nothing. We need big improvements. Although just completing some sets would be a start after last night.

Finally I don't understand the sly digs and bickering amongst supporters. We are here to discuss the game. When we win it doesn't mean everything was perfect just as when we lose it doesn't mean it's a disaster. Everyone sees things a different way. Bonaire might be one of the more negative voices on here but he does give credit where its due and I can tell that he cares deeply about the club (I'm assuming you're a guy Bonaire, apologies if I've got that wrong). Being positive about everything all the time doesn't make you a better supporter than someone who points out the negatives when they see them.

Definitely a guy Zucchini and thanks for the supportive comment comment

Re: Leeds away : Mon May 24, 2021 3:04 pm  

ccs wrote:

Still haven't recovered from your match commentary last night.

well hurry up then im interested in the stats and thats your field

Re: Leeds away : Mon May 24, 2021 3:11 pm  

bonaire wrote:

Definitely a guy Zucchini and thanks for the supportive comment comment

Don’t let it go to your head, your still a miserable git

Re: Leeds away : Mon May 24, 2021 3:15 pm  

I think one of the tactics that we struggle with and cause us to give away so many six agains is teams that consistently struggle forward and try to gain ground after the tackle has been completed. The worst culprits are Wigan but Leeds were doing it last night particularly in the first half. It should be something for the refs to sort out but I think it is one of those things some teams have spotted they can get away with. Having said that, terrific defensive performance though not good for the old blood pressure. Agar’s coaching of attacking play no better than when he was at Hull. Leeds fans on their forum questioning just what Sean Long contributes.