In the end I think Rule has too much going for him to bet against him, however I think the battle for #2 is completely up in the air!
Enjoyed the read - I was somewhat surprised to see you put Eskendereya at #2, not that I disagree after the FOY, but it still surprised me. No Vale of York? Just a Cali fluke? And also no love for Discreetly Mine?
I'm having my doubts about Jackson Bend as well - and Buddy's Saint is coming off a lay-off. I like you're thinking (but then again I'm a sucker for an upset) Good Luck.