Definitely, matching the opposition is sometimes key and I think we will see some more rotation in midfield now Kayal is out.
Perhaps I am, it's just my inclination that Sidwell might have to be rested sometimes. I completely agree with your post though, I think Sidwell is wiser than Stephens...
Sidwell can't play regular games anymore imo. He is a great player to have in reserve but when it's 2/3 games in a week he won't be able to hack it. I would say Norwood and Stephens are going to be the long term midfield pairing but of course Sidwell could well start the Preston game.