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Message: [QUOTE="Big Pete, post: 2698605, member: 1899"] South Sydney had no response to the Bulldogs aggressive style of play. It was clear from the opening whistle this was a statement game for the Bulldogs and their physicality especially in defence was a sight to behold. [B]At 18-0[/B]...the pendulum had finally swung South Sydney's way but they looked completely clueless in attack. Souths clearly missed Issac Luke's contributions around the ruck, particularly his ability to create space for his bigger men. They also missed the tenacity of Luke Keary and his ability to breathe life into the South Sydney attack. That brings me to... [B]John Sutton[/B]...is it too late to offer him to a Super League club? The premiership winning captain looks lost this season and it's difficult to find a place for him in the side. If South Sydney want to go back to back, omitting Sutton in favour of young fire-brand Chris Grevsmuhl maybe their ticket. [B]Adam Reynolds[/B]...is not in a similar boat as Sutton, but his performance tonight confused me. South Sydney were camped inside the Bulldogs line for a number of sets, yet constantly went down Sutton's side of the field. Considering Sutton is a fill-in option, it would have made sense to go right, especially when Dylan Walker had threatened to score on a number of occasions. If Reynolds is ever going to challenge for the Blues #7, he's got to accept more responsibility. Otherwise, he's simply nothing more than another Jamie Soward. [B]Dogs of War[/B]...are tough to beat when they're on song. There was plenty to like about their performance tonight. Their attitude was spot on and willingness to advance the ball made them very difficult to contain. However, what stood out to me was their tendency to fade out of the contest. If Damien Cook is as good as the commentators suggest he is, then why hasn't Des given him a game this season? You can't tell me Lichaa is an 80 minute player, at least not yet and I believe Cook's true colours will shine through in due time. [B]Inglis injured[/B]...will he be back next week? He had a difficult time running on it and with a six day turn-around, he won't have the best recovery window. We saw Cherry-Evans taken off the field in similar fashion only to return a week later so Souths fans would be crossing their fingers. If Inglis is injured, it would be a huge blow to their Top 4 chances. Gray can certainly do a job on the wing, but Johnston's form at the back has been less than convincing. Perhaps Maguire should consider Dylan Walker for the role? [/QUOTE]

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