Yep. He's an easy target because a lot of his teammates have had various accolades thrown their way. He hasn't. He's just a solid defender who's poor on the ball. In our position I'll take that over a shit defender who can get forward from time to time. Just as I couldn't give a shit if Townsend doesn't defend well providing he's scoring and creating.
The fact he can effectively play as a 3rd CB when the ball's out wide on the other side helps us a lot. I'm glad he's back, we'll be much better for it.
Bit out of character, that. I think he may have realised this lot aren't the consummate professionals he's used to working with and need a bit of encouragement.