Fighting fires at every level, Welsh rugby is in a rut and there doesn't seem to be any easy escape routes
The rugby law book is constantly evolving and we could see some new tactics taking hold during the tournament
Wales have not won a Test match since the 2023 World Cup.
Ireland are favourites to complete another title success, despite Farrell temporarily handed the reins to defence coach Simon Easterby.
Wales are largely written off as Six Nations contenders after a record losing run.
Edwards and Scarlets wing Ellis Mee are the Test rookies among a 34-strong group.
With Cardiff’s outside backs stocks taking a hit of late, they have brought in former rugby league convert Regan Grace from Bath, effective immediately.
Bath winger Regan Grace makes an immediate switch to URC side Cardiff ahead of the Guinness Six Nations.
Warren Gatland's wish for more muscular players will not be quickly - or easily - satisfied.
With no evidence of progress and 400 days since Wales' last win, Warren Gatland is under intense scrutiny.