By JON NEWCOMBE

Joe Simpson is looking forward to playing behind a “monster” pack after prolonging his Premiership career at Sale Sharks.
The vastly experienced scrum-half is one of four confirmed signings to date along with George Ford, who will miss the start of the season through injury, and Exeter duo, Tom O’Flaherty and Jonny Hill, below.
Hill’s sizeable presence will make the Sharks’ pack every bit as intimidating as last season if not more, which will come as a welcome change for Simpson after playing much of last season on the back foot at struggling Bath.
“If you have a little l...