With Ben Hunt now likely signing with the us it got me thinking of our options to fit all our best players into the 17.
Matt Burton and Stehpen Chrictons versatility at filling different positions give us some flexibility.
Obviously keeping Burton at six is the go long term, but if it helps us win a comp in the next couple of years (before Hunt retires) there’s a few other options to consider.
Option One
Push Sexton to NSW cup and keep Burto at six.
1. Tracey
2. Kiraz
3. Xerri
4. Crichton
5. Montoya
6. Burton
7. Hunt
The problem there is it will probably piss off Sexy and he will look for a release…
Option Two
Move Burton to the centres (just until Hunt retires)
1. Tracey
2. Kiraz
3. Burton
4. Crichton
5. Xerri
6. Sexton
7. Hunt
Critter has also shown previously that he’s happy to play wing as well so he could play wing and keep Xerri at centre.
Sexton keeps his starting spot…
Option Three
Move Burton to lock in a Yeo pivot style role.
This is actually my favourite option (aside from keeping him at six) because he’s a big body and can play both sides of the ruck.
I think he would actually see more ball this way than just playing exclusively on the left.
There’s attack across the park there and Burtons running game should straighten up the attack and provide plenty of space out wide.
Sexton keeps his starting spot and everyone is happy until Hunt retires…
1. CT
2. Kiraz
3. Xerri
4. Chricton
5. Montoya/Wilson
6. Sexton
7. Hunt
13. Burton
The other benefit here is there's a lot of flex should someone get a concussion or injury.
Thoughts Kennel people?