Periphery players like Paul Shields, Bryn Cunningham and James Topping may also be asked to travel.

BBC: Eddie O'Sullivan has an important task ahead

Cavan's first four points came from Seanie Johnston but Antrim kept their noses in front through Michael McCann (2), James Loughery and Paddy Cunningham.

BBC: Antrim 0-13 1-7 Cavan

They doubled their advantage six minutes later when James Graham hit a flat Cunningham pass to twist his way over, Jamie Foster goaling both tries to put Saints in the driving seat.

BBC: St Helens 40-30 Castleford Tigers

As for on the field, having signed new Aussie prop Josh Perry to line up with new joint Saints and England captain James Graham either side of Cunningham, Simmons' side hardly look too shabby in the front row.

BBC: St Helens season preview 2011