I have often wondered why a bloke like Rivers could not play in the forward line. We seem to have a mindset that when someone plays in a position then that is the only position for them. I was advocating to all who would listen that Jamie Bennell should play forward as he was quick, could apply defensive pressure, could make a goal out of nothing and any mistakes would hurt less at that end of the ground. But back to Rivers, I am not saying he would be a great forward but as he has height, experience, can read the play and take a nice mark. With those attributes and with Garland back in defence ( who by the way also could be tried forward ) and our lack of marking up forward, I would have thought he would be worth the chance for a quarter or a half. You never know, he could kick a couple and force the opposition to be accountable, thereby spreading the defenders. Petterd, Bate and others might then find it easier.
Also on another topic, I wonder why no one suggested we sack the coach this week.