I don’t know about Van Fillinger. First of all, both he and Xavier Carlton should be interchangeable in my opinion, so VF and XC will be in a fierce battle between themselves.
Second, Mika Tafua will be a starter on on end, so that rules about both of them starting. And should Tupai decide to return, that ought to keep them both off the field for any “impactful” minutes. And seeing as we still have both Pututau brothers behind Tafua and Tupai, plus a recouperated Kuithe, and an additional Suguturaga, as talented as VF and XC are, I don’t see much chance for meaningful minutes for our new true Freshmen.
Ritchie and CP3 should have the best chances of making an impact this year. IMHO.