Among the four who were not rested - Heurelho Gomes, Vedran Corluka and Didier Zokora, perhaps one name stood out more than the others, that of the hulking, burly central midfielder - Tom Huddlestone. Could it be that Redknapp sees the player they call "Unit" because of his uncanny resemblance to a wardrobe as a key first team player?
When Juande Ramos joined the club, the slighty rotund Huddlestone looked set to be the main beneficiary. Since he signed from Derby County his technical ability had been clear to see. What was worrying was his complete lack of mobility. Ramos promised to shed over 10 stone of excess weight from his new side, and you couldn't help but think a significant portion of that was somewhere on Tom's body.
So Ramos embarked on his one-piece-of-lettuce-every-two-weeks diet revolution and Huddlestone, along with the rest of his teammates trimmed up. His svelte new look and improved fitness, however, did not precipitate a more significant role in the team, and the England U-21 international quickly found himself the slimmest wardrobe on the bench.
Fast forward to the Redknapp revolution and the former Pompey boss has ditched the diet and relaxed the strict controls surrounding the players eating habits. Reportedly on the brink of leaving had the Spaniard continued to starve him of first team opportunities, Huddlestone was thrust back into the first team and has immediately set about showing Ramos he was missing.
It appears Redknapp has noticed too. Huddlestone has started all six games since Harry's arrival and it is telling that despite other first team players resting during our midweek Carling Cup triumph, our new manager chose not to afford the same luxury to Huddlestone. Could it be that the player who was such a bit part player under Ramos, is now seen as a vital member of the starting eleven?
Huddlestone is certainly showing signs becoming that important to the team. His performance against Dinamo Zagreb - two superb assists and one technically gorgeous goal - was an indication of just how good a player he can be on his day. Then against Liverpool on Wednesday evening he was magestic, conducting the orchestra with an ease that at times bordered on the aloof arrogance of turncoat Dimitar Bebatov or the wizardly Glenn Hoddle.
It is with the former that the Huddlestone enjoys the most striking comparison. Both he and Hoddle were tall, elegant midfielders, although Huddlestone is certainly bigger built. Both had bewitching technique and an almost embarrassingly extensive selection of passes. Most importantly, both he and Hoddle were the kind of players who could change games in an instant.
Against Liverpool, Huddlestone demonstrated all these qualities. It was a less immediate performance than the master-class against Dinamo; instead he conducted proceedings with consummate ease, shrugging Liverpool's kids off the ball here, pinging fifty yard passes to teammates feet there. It was Boys Own stuff, and a further indication that Huddlestone may well become the player he obvious has the potential to be.
His performance would certainly not have escaped the notice of Fabio Capello. The watching England boss would have seen a performance of calm and maturity, and could not have failed to be impressed. Could Huddlestone force his way into contention for International recognition? Why not?
For now, however, he must concentrate on continuing to cement his place in the first team. He can do this by complimenting the energetic Didier Zokora - who despite having his critics, was superb on Wednesday night - and working on his understanding with Luka Modric, who is also establishing himself as a key member of the side.
If there are question marks about Huddlestone, they remain in regard to his lack of mobility. Simply put, he will never be a box-to-box midfielder. However, he is not quite as bereft of pace as some would have us believe and his technical ability can often make up for a lack of speed over the first ten metres. It may be that he requires a more dynamic partner alongside him but it will be interesting to see who Redknapp comes to use in that position.
Against Fulham this afternoon, Huddlestone has another chance to show that the team should be built around his hulking frame. Not only does he offer a wide range of passes and a creative fulcrum in the centre of the pitch but he isn't shy of shooting from outside the area. As simple as it sounds, this is an element of our game that has been missing for a number of years. As shown against Arsenal, such is the power and velocity of a Huddlestone missile (Hudd rocket anyone?) that he doesn't even need to put it either side of the goalkeeper. As Almunia found out, his shots are difficult to hold, giving sharp forwards like Darren Bent an opportunity to pounce on the rebound.
Understandably Redknapp is urged caution after his fifth win in six games. But the truth is Harry has transformed the fortunes of the club to such an extent that the player go into every game knowing they can win. Under his guidance confidence has solidified into belief and at this moment no team in the country will relish the prospect of facing us.
Perhaps the biggest task which now faces Harry is to kerb this enthusiasm, to put an anchor on soaring spirits, because there is still much to be done. As fortune would have it, we are tremedously lucky that below the top five, the league table is extremely tight. Given our run of form a European finish is certainly not out of the question but first we must pull ourselves out of the mire.
Will Redknapp's extended honeymoon come to an end against Fulham this afternoon? It's difficult to call. On paper there should be a gulf between the two sides but as Newcastle found out last week, Roy Hodgson's side are no mugs. In recent years we've enjoyed our trips to Craven Cottage and I have a sneaking suspicion the Redknapp bandwagon isn't quite ready to come off its wheels just yet.
Prediction: Tottenham 2 Fulham 1
We should have too much for a decent Fulham side to contend with but, given that they are likely to get a corner or a free-kick at some point, they will probably score. Bent to to continue his scoring form and a suspect Luka Modric may well open his account for the club.