Player ratings v Grimsby

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Jaros - 5.5 - Distribution clearly above this level and the main reason he’s been brought in, but could’ve done better with both goals imo - particularly the first. Feels like an unnecessarily unsettling move to bring him straight in over Slocombe, a perfectly capable keeper at this level.

Brindley - 6 - Struggled a bit when pressed second half. One excellent last ditch tackle first and contributed to our good attacking play down that side.

Lacey - 6 - Probably our best defender on the day, a tad unlucky for the free kick for the winner. Overall I think we do miss Rawlinson’s ‘head it, kick it’ qualities at the back and have over prioritised on the ball ability over actually defending.

Cameron - 5.5 - Similar to the two above, looked susceptible at times. Great coming forward but is that what you want from a centre back?

Richardson - 6 - Hasn’t quite been the same since the break in fixtures after such a blistering start. We were dominant down his side first half but that was largely down to Roberts. Had one chance second half but turned back instead of shooting.

Palmer - 6.5 - Think the OP assessment is a bit harsh. Did the messy stuff well in midfield where he was largely left on his own.

Brunt - 5 - Doesn’t look strong enough defensively to play in an orthodox midfield two. Didn’t massively contribute; worry he’s too similar to what we’ve already got and not what was needed.

Taylor - 6 - Probably a standard performance from him as excellent going forward but struggled the other way.

Roberts - 8 - Great goal and a constant threat, back in his regular position. Could’ve got another and deserved at least one assist. Destroyed the LB first half before they doubled up on him and killed our only threat second half.

Rodrigues - 5.5 - Didn’t look like he suited the deeper role - the issue is it seems both one of him and Cal has to be out of position when we play the back 3. That said, hasn’t really been himself for a few months - is way off where he was at the end of last season. Missed a sitter at 1-0.

Wootton - 5 - Really, really quiet. One of the easiest games their centre halves will have this season.

Vincent - 6 - Usual energy in difficult circumstances. Has been unlucky to have lost his place.

Sam - 7 - Thought he did really well, offered a threat and helped turn the tide in our favour.

Mitchell - 6 - Too little time to judge.