I think we need to be careful we don't go too early and think we are in our window before we are. We need to keep building our list up for when we are actually going to be challenging. If it costs us a few wins in the next two years then so be it. We are in a position where we don't have to snatch at anything. Just be patient and keep adding good kids, pool our resources until a big move presents itself. I would prefer to trade and get free agents to extend our run once we reach the top rather than use it to get there quicker.
Never been overly worried about ruck stocks. Lots of clubs floating around with recycled ruckmen. I think with the right home work you can get one fairly cheap if you get desperate at the end of the season. Wouldn't want to give up too much before we can see exactly where we are in terms of the premiership pecking order in the next few years.