O’Rourke discovers new depth in squad

Louth 1-12 Armagh 1-10

Not only have the brace of points bolstered the Wee County’s promotion push but O’Rourke discovered that he has rich selection options at his disposal ahead of what he terms a “massive test” against Derry next weekend.

Forced to start without talisman Paddy Keenan, defensive strongman John O’Brien and the emerging Gary O’Hare, O’Rourke learned that not only were their replacements — Padraig Rath, Conor McGuinness and Ronan Carroll — well-equipped for the challenge but that subs Derek Maguire, Jim McEnaney and Ciarán Byrne have thrust themselves into the frame for regular recognition.