He's coming to Quins next year, so wouldn't read too much into that one specifically
marchant replacement?
Next year. Imagine it means Gjaltema, Steele or, probably, Stafford off. Tbh Gjaltema or Stafford would be a sensible pickup for Ealing or another champ hopefulI know he's versatile but I don't think Marchant plays 9
Is that immediate or next season? Remember him joining Bristol as injury cover but don't know who for/how long
You don't reckon Care might be hanging up the boots? The man's 36.
New contract a month ago, we'll have him till the end of next season at least
This one hurts more than the others. Not being able to hold onto the international lads with enormous salaries is one thing, but having to let go of a club stalwart like Dave is another.
It's not a bad signing, I like him a lot as a player, but it's one that I don't fully understand. Ewers is neither IQ, nor a top level international. Not the type of signing the IRFU typically authorizes unless it's a short term arrangement.
Gotta be something beyond the salary cap at this point surely? It's like that whole generation of players is going
Yeah, I think this is definitely part of it. Baxter has been very open about saying that the squad is in a rebuilding phase and that he's most interested in young players who haven't won anything yet; essentially implying that the Champions Cup winning generation have gotten too complacent.
Brain fail, was think of Porter the tigers player. I'll go lay down now.I know he's versatile but I don't think Marchant plays 9
Is that immediate or next season? Remember him joining Bristol as injury cover but don't know who for/how long
The longevity of Baxter and the coaching team is also likely to be part of any problem. Fresh blood / thinking is always needed (just not at an E Jones rate) and is a delicate balancing act with stability.
