I can't see Reid playing the role Grundy does. He doesn't have the upper body strength or balance in body clashes. Makes a very good loose man, but without the poise and penetration of Rampe or X-factor (potential) of Aliir. Melican is maturing as a hard body more like Reg. I think Maibaum was recruited as Reg's long term successor but not sure he has come along well enough. Interesting to see that he hasn't got a run in the first JLT. Not much mention around the traps either which is not a good sign.Tom's being moved to attack because they can't find room for him in defence. If this keeps up his stock will drop and I don't see why we couldn't sign him.
In saying that I wouldn't be surprised if we moved Reid to defence full time once Grundy goes
So not impossible but I doubt it's at the forefront of Horse's mind.