I think all this quick to judge criticism from one game on Blissett is concerning. Lets look at the facts:
Watch the highlights and there are 4 times on the highlights that Blissett helps us create chances, helps keep the ball in the final third or he creates space for other players by occupying defenders eg
1- Chance 1 Sarcevic runs through on goalkeeper created by Blissett's hold up and click on,
2- Chance 2 his presence and flick leads to Sawyer crossing the ball which we almost score from3-
3- Chance 3 he has same influence on Carey cross that fizzes across the pitch
4- Chance/4 and goal then from the corner - Blissett makes near post run taking out 2-3 defenders, free header Edwards, Jervis flick and goal.
Taylor is a very good player but even in the limited time he played versus Peterborough I would argue he was dominated more by the defenders than Blissett was. I personally rated him as 7 or 7.5 out of 10 on Saturday's performance.
- His presence meant that Charlton defenders did not have any "Easy" clearances, they could not bring it down and play out because he is such a tall presence putting them off. Charlton's manager mentioned what a big and strong team we are , so he certainly gives opposition managers something to think about.
- Also he has now started only 2 x league games, and has been sub for a few since he joined us. If there is a good statto out there I think you will find that whenever he is on the pitch (aside from - Argyle perform better. I remember last season that when he came on we either stayed level or in the game or we scored a goal (not sure if anyone can help here).
- I agree he needs improvement, he could be nastier and stronger but he is a big lad and a great focal point for our play. He is newish to to League football. I imagine he needs a bit of confidence building.
Like another poster said, lets get behind him, give him our support and not knock him down. He definitely has something in his locker which can help us, he suits our formation. He is still learning so lets give him more game time against Chelsea and Southend as he is going to be very important in away games too.
We all know he is not going to be 1st choice all season once we get a new striker in or Taylor is back, but he can be very useful indeed.