Six important points ahead of a Six Nations to savour

With three wins, including a first over New Zealand, November has been a hugely encouraging month for Joe Schmidt and Irish rugby in general. So what were the major discussion points?

1. Embarrassment of back row riches

Even in the good old amateur days, Ireland were always flush with quality back rowers. Check any Lions tour party and you will find we always had a presence in that key area. That said, the options open to Joe Schmidt are unprecedented.