Dufty got a chance through injury and the fullback before him being a twat in general. He took the opportunity with both hands and made the position his.
I don't know how many games Mann has missed this season, but it wouldn't be many. Mary stated the 17th team position was up for grabs when all our young blokes got a run against Melbourne. Leilua was chosen as he had a good game. So I don't agree with you there.
On current form, you can't really say that Dufty is a certainty at FB.
As for Mann, he proved again on Sunday that he has to be in the starting line up. Forget utility and forget the 17th spot.
Whether he settles at centre, wing or even 5/8 he should be one of the first players picked.
But the young guys against Melbourne got a chance because of injury and availability, that's the
only reason they got a run.
The final insult is poor old Lawrie on Sunday who came in as the 4th prop in our rotation.
He got his chance because Vaughn was injured.
Unfortunately, I don't even think he got to use the Dencorub.
So I don't know how my statement is wrong.