ThePrinter wrote:http://www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/10062776/sam-tomkins-out-until-march-with-knee-injury
"Sam Tomkins was seen by a senior and well-respected orthopaedic consultant who recommended surgery to deal with the posterior cruciate ligament injury which Sam suffered while playing for the New Zealand Warriors early last season," a Wigan statement read.
"The surgery was performed successfully on Friday and it is anticipated that Sam will make a full recovery.
"However, he will miss the start of the First Utility 2016 Super League Season and Wigan fans can look forward to him returning around the Easter period."
True you'll still be in the top 4. However if Tomkins isn't at the level you'd hope if you're a Wigan fan and along with McIlorum ruled out too, it would significantly make your chances of winning tougher.
Fair enough.
Maybe the club were planning to put him through a reserve game or 2 first. The problem is we haven't had one since 21st Feb
the next reserve games are 17th April and 8th May. Wouldn't be surprised to see him appear in the latter.
And yes, we are resting a hell of a lot on Tomkins' shoulders. Although a bigger boost will be Williams coming back, he was top on our assists by a mile last year.
I like how that's the part of the statement you disagree with.
