Leigh_Curtis published Jon Stead underlines why he is so crucial to Notts County...

During the course of pre-season and having analysed Notts County's squad in depth, John Sheridan quickly acknowledged just how important Jon Stead was to his ambitions. He told a fans' forum that the striker would be a big player for him this term and his performances so far have certainly reinforced that prediction. Two goals in three league games have underlined his importance to the black and white cause, one of which was an absolute beauty in the 2-1 defeat to Plymouth on Tuesday...