Steve Hansen has talked up his opposition, ahead of his side's Test match against France in Paris on Sunday.
Like the All Blacks, France are missing a host of recognised faces, although Hansen believes that his opponents will still pose a significant challenge on Sunday morning.
"Both teams are trying to find their feet, but I think that makes you (France) just as dangerous," he said.
"When they have no expectations upon them, they tend to turn up and really play well."
"They're the best offloading side in world rugby, and unless we shut that down we're going to be chasing our tails for the rest of the game."
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