Souths look like real contenders for the first time in years. They have had a good squad for a few years now and have been promising, but they have been too inconsistent and unmotivated in previous seasons.
This year, however, they look like premiership contenders. The difference? A coach with new ideas, who has been able to get the best out of erratic players like Sutton, Taylor and Merritt and the departure of the over hyped Sandow making way for the young Reynolds, who has been a revelation at half. It's amazing what a difference just a couple of changes can make to a team - food for thought.
