Ireland obviously have to take the Eagles a little for granted. Questions have already been raised about their pack, so if they come out a little flat, a motivated U.S. unit could set them back on their heels. The best U.S. XV has to play its best. This wasn t the case against England, but the team chemistry has changed since then. We have had the best four training sessions of the year at a very critical time.
Intensity is high, and the boys are keen to prove their worth.
It should be a very interesting contest on Oct 2. If Ireland decides to kick the ball away, that could be to the American s advantage. At the same time, the Eagles need a more opponent-specific game plan. Now I think we ll be preparing for specific teams. We ll be ready for Ireland.