I think that is true when he plays too far forward - as a second striker. Doesn't suit him at all. On the odd occasion, where its been more of a free role, he's looked very good.
Gerrard won't play on the right I don't think. Since he signed the new contract I don't think he has. Which probably has nothing to do with it, of course.
He's doing it with San Jose - played a recent game in central midfield (Ablett asked him if he knew the way....). Think it was him or it might have been Huth.