France started their RBS 6 Nations campaign with a comfortable 30-12 defeat of Italy in Paris on Saturday.
Toby Faletau wants Wales to move on from the agony of their World Cup campaign - starting with Sunday's Six Nations opener against Ireland.
Paul O'Connell believes a feelgood factor surrounding the Irish provinces' march on Europe this season has permeated the national squad.
Jamie Roberts has admitted it was "touch and go" whether he would be available for Wales' RBS 6 Nations opener against Ireland on Sunday.
Rory Best has urged Ireland to build on the consistency they displayed at the World Cup when their Six Nations opens against Wales on Sunday.
Andy Farrell is sure England's inexperienced side can thrive on the hostility, history and "chaos" that lies in wait for them against Scotland.
Mike Phillips believes the Six Nations Championship provides Wales with a perfect opportunity to shake off any lingering World Cup frustration.
Duncan Weir racked up 20 points as Scotland A claimed a 35-0 win over England Saxons at Galashiels on Friday.
Chris Robshaw says England's young guns will be undaunted by the history and hostility of Murrayfield in Saturday's Calcutta Cup clash (5pm).
Scotland scrum-half Chris Cusiter believes a winning start to the Six Nations is imperative against England, saying: "We simply have to do it".
If England are facing a collective test of "bottle" against Scotland, then Ben Youngs is braced for the sternest examination of all.
Philippe Saint-Andre has warned France not to take Italy for granted as the tournament favourites open their Six Nations campaign in Paris.
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