DC: Scott Wharton
This pick comes with a disclaimer: if he’s fit. if he is, then I’d love to see the loanee back in the side.
I’m a big admirer of Scott’s, I think he’s measured and assured, but also shows a maturity beyond his years. He will be a top player for Blackburn, but in the meantime we must get out of him what we can.
I’d prefer to see him in defence over most of the others, not because they’re bad, but because he is good. As Neil Diamond might say, ‘so good’.
Not so bullish about two of your selections as yourself Gary. Anderson may well start today but long term I think Danny is looking for players in the wide positions with good technical ability… Harry has made some progress but I’m sure that whilst he gets people off their seats with.his bull in a China shop type runs they quickly end up back on their seats because the evidence may suggest that there is little end product… Long term I suggest will see one of the Newby loaders in that position. Away to Exeter may not be the right game for Scott’s return. He will be ring rusty and although he is commanding in the air I think he is prone to mistakes on the ground. ShacKell and Boswick seem to be forming a good partnership at the back and they were dominant against County so I see them retaining their partnership.