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Haven’t the Bulldogs been in tremendous form in 2015?
Their monstrous forward pack and the attacking prowess of Moses Mbye, Trent Hodkinson and Brett Morris have seen the Dogs enter Round 5 with three straight wins under their belts, having only been defeated by the Panthers in Round 1.
However, this week Des Hasler has an important decision to make.
Round 1 of the NRL competition saw Josh Reynolds suspended for two rounds. In the same game, Reynolds also suffered an injury, which has seen him out for the last three weeks. However, it looks like he will be available for this weekend’s game against Souths.
Reynolds’ absence has been filled by Moses Mbye and the Bulldogs faithful have certainly been singing his praises, particularly following their victory over the in-form Wests Tigers. Mbye landed the field goal in golden point to see the Bulldogs come away victorious last weekend, and he has been instrumental in the Bulldogs’ other victories in the last two weeks.
So does Dessy replace the in-form Mbye with Reynolds, play Reynolds from the bench, or not play Reynolds at all?
Reynolds was one of the reasons the Bulldogs progressed as far as they did last year, and helped NSW across the line in State of Origin. He is consistently praised for his leadership skills and attacking prowess.
Despite this, we all know that there is another side to Josh Reynolds. A much uglier side. The side which has brain explosions, kicks Sam Thaiday in the face, gets sin-binned, kick chairs in dressing rooms, and trips Ben Barba (most of that happened in one game).
This sort of behaviour has earned him the nickname ‘Grub’ and it certainly has affected his creditability both on and off the field (despite him being one of the most impressive players I have ever met off the field).
Fans are looking for Reynolds to grow up and get the garbage out of his game. NRL fans enjoy physicality, intensity and a tough contest, however there is no room in our game for foul tactics, stupidity, or behaviour which could lead to serious injury.
Reynolds in a very passionate player. He gives 100 per cent every time he puts on that blue and white jersey. However, sometimes his behaviour is not that of someone who wants to be in a position of influence or leadership, it is childish, immature and shows that he is unable to contain his passion.
This behaviour has done the Bulldogs no favours and has now left Reynolds in a position where many are questioning whether he should be given automatic passage back into first grade.
If I was Des Hasler, I would start Reynolds from the bench. Mbye has been very impressive and should be rewarded for his performances in the last three weeks.
As for Josh Reynolds, I hope that for the rest of the year he continues to work hard on and off the field to control his passion so that the player I know off the field can be more accurately reflected in his play on the field.
This is @mary__kaye from @ladieswholeague