The major talking point from Ireland's 37-man squad for the November International series was Paddy Jackson's omission from the squad with Munster's Ian Keatley ahead of the Ulster fly-half.

But the Irish Times's Gerry Thornley does not think it is a huge setback for Jackson.

Gerry and Keith Wood were on Wednesday Night Rugby as always and cast their eye of Joe Schmidt's squad selection which has been affected by injuries.

"I would not be of the view that this is a big knock-back for Paddy Jackson's international career under Joe Schmidt. I know Joe Schmidt is a fan of Paddy Jackson's. The thinking is that he needs game-time and he'll play three games in the November window," said Gerry, who also added that Keatley is starting to do what the management 

Keith is also happy with the squad despite the injuries.

The lads also analysed Munster and Leinster's European matches and looked ahead to the weekend's games.