So, after 2 games who put their hand up to be considered in the Autumn.
LH: Genge looked good, though scrum needed tightening up. I'd have him starting in the Autumn though unless Mako finds some amazing form. Obano didn't have a huge impact when he came on and did give away a couple of penalties at least. Moment I'd go Genge, Mako, Obano.
Hooker: Langdon threw well and was solid. Blamire's darts improved against Canada and scored 3 tries. However, still see both behind LCD and George. Third choice would probably depend on form at the start of the league.
TH: Heyes was ok, though nothing special. Again part of a scrum that was inconsistent. Davison didn't really have any impact and neither did Hill massively from what I saw. Sinckler still first, but after it's a bit worrying, especially as Stuart wasn't picked for the tour.
Locks: Let's forget this part ever happened. Ewels especially should not play until he shows a massive improvement.
6 & 7: Not sure what B. Curry did to **** off Jones. Ludlum looked very good against USA, Underhill was his usual self. Hill was wasted. Ludlow should join Ewels.
8: Dombrandt looked good for his match. Chick was okay, but nothing special. Both should be ahead of Billy though unless he finds some massive form as well.
9: Randall had some good moments and some snipes. Kicking seemed to improve against Canada. Robson looked his usual solid self. I said before if Jones isn't going to start Robson for whatever reason then we should invest in Randall as he seems most likely to replace Youngs.
10: I thought Smith looked good and given time can become the FH we need. I'd definitely have him in the squad this Autumn if not starting. Umaga wasn't used properly, but still looks weak in defence.
12&13: Lawrence looked good when he was on and was unlucky with the head knock. Kelly look pretty decent at times, though probably still too soon for him. Slade was good against USA, but didn't have a huge impact against Canada. Definitely think the Autumn should be Lawrence and Slade in midfield.
11&14: Radwan looks like the real deal and if he continues his form should be starting in the Autumn personally. May still has flashes, but certainly hasn't been at the same level recently. Malins looks like the perfect utility sub. Cokanasigna had a better game today, but for me hasn't shown anywhere near the form that made him so successful before. Watson is nailed on imo, but after that there are a few players in and out of form that could start in the Autumn.
15: Steward looked very secure, though he will have harder games. Furbank played at 10 and Malins at 11, so not much competition. Certainly better than Daly. Not sure if it is too soon for him, but lacking better options I'd start him in the Autumn.
To sum up, new players who I think should definitely still be around in the Autumn: Dombrandt, Randall, Smith, Radwan, Steward. Few others who could force their way in, but not definitely.
