Ryan Carr takes aim at 'common denominators' after latest Castleford Tigers collapse
Ryan Carr has voiced his frustration after watching Castleford Tigers suffer a familiar defeat, pointing to individual failings that continue to undermine his side.
The Tigers produced a rousing fightback to beat leaders Leeds Rhinos a fortnight ago but have since conceded a century of points in heavy defeats to Wakefield Trinity and Warrington Wolves.
Carr believes there is a common thread running through their worst performances.
"It was deja vu – the same as last week," he said following Saturday's 48-18 loss to Warrington.
"We started really well and the game was going how we wanted it to. We were going after the game, playing some really good rugby and then momentum struck. The ability to stand up to it and stop it just wasn't there.
"There are some common denominators. Those who know rugby league can pick them. I don't need to point them out.
"That's the reality. I can't sugarcoat it. It's more of an individual thing than a team thing.
"There was a definite individual thing for certain people out there that caused things and affected the team. Ultimately that's hard to come back from when you're down by a big score."
The Tigers conceded the opening try but roared back to score three times through Daejarn Asi, young debutant Tylor Sharpe and Phoenix Laulu-Togaga'e.
But they swiftly lost control, continuing the theme of another lost season for a club that last reached the play-offs in 2019.
Castleford have been plagued by inconsistency throughout the year, prompting some to speculate whether they are waiting for the campaign to end.
But Carr has challenged his side to give their all until the final weekend.
"It's my job to get the best out of the team right now and win as many games as we can," he added. "That's what we're paid to do.
"I'm not looking ahead; I'm just looking at right now, reviewing this game and keeping people accountable.
"But again, there are some common denominators amongst that. I'll keep banging my head against the wall and keep fighting.
"Our fans deserve it. They deserve a team that throw everything at every game, no matter the situation."