weststigerman
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Watch the 45th minute and you’ll feel better about it.
He played well last night but just like Kelma, still has lapses in defence.
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He played well last night but just like Kelma, still has lapses in defence.
Tiger_Fanatic3
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Where did you hear that ?
TSP
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Yep, There’s some outstanding indigenous talent in the game.
Tiger_Fanatic3
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Are you sure Ron Griffin even exists ?
Or are you referring to the character on family guy 😂
Not at minimum wage, but certainty not at the overs we are paying Brooks.
It's ROD, ROD, ROD, ROD
Bloody speed typing lol
He statistically takes on the line about half as muck as Brooks, and breaks less tackles. He’s nowhere near the threat running the ball Brooks is.
If you’re going to make an argument for him at least argue something that’s close to being true 🤷♂️
Doesn’t matter man, there’s blokes here that will swear black and blue that absolutely anyone is better than Brooks…
Wounded_magpie
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Phew ; I rate Ben Gardner . I see Ben as succession to Madge
Masterton
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Until now I couldn't say I was unhappy losing Garner. In his first game in the 2nd row with Jacko at half, and he was used like a pick-axe at the line. I'm curious to see if that's as effective against good teams.
I know, and they are entitled to their opinion. I’m just trying to provide some balance to the argument. If Brooks put in the performance Madden did last night, which was ok, they’d all be crapping on about how he did nothing other than 1 chip and chase.
I don’t care either way, I just want to see Wests Tigers win and I don’t think Madden gives us a better chance to do that at this stage.
earl
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We aren't going to pay him overs. It's not going to work like that. We are going to have to pick them and pay market rate.
I'd prefer Brooks over Madden because Brooks is from what I've seen the better overall player and he fits better with Hastings than Madden does.
I see the situation as a no brainer. Hastings is up against Madden and Hastings is the guy we have to pick.
Brooks is up against AD as the 6 but you can move AD elsewhere. You might also be able to move Brooks elsewhere.
Madden wants a first grade spot and we can't offer that unless we get injuries.
TSP
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Just on Brooks, he’s ok but on the balance, let’s think coin as well and while he’s above factory, I don’t think he’s Marquee.
Im not blaming him or a single unkind word, he’s just got the run of the market.
Also, he hasn’t had the best squad with him at all times.
Hastings on the other hand, well, he’s aspiring Marquee, can be quiet, but at other times, he’s simply massive, dominant and a real handful.
Without any intentional harm to Brooksy, if we get a better option, I don’t think there’s too much left in the tank. But I’m neutral on an official level. I’d be more willing if he could find his way down to about 500k.
Also, out of sight is out of mind, subject to the to the usual injury worries and his orientation back into the game, people forget just how good AD is.
Plus as I understand it, he’s coming back during the injury siege when about the quarter of the NRL are wiped out or laid up. So great timing to return mid season.
On their day, Hastings, Brooks, AD, Nado etc in the same backline would destroy most sides, all that we could want.
Plus paps is killing it for the eels. The upgraded pack is going to plan.
Exciting days to come, we’ve been patient, show us the love fellas!
Im not blaming him or a single unkind word, he’s just got the run of the market.
Also, he hasn’t had the best squad with him at all times.
Hastings on the other hand, well, he’s aspiring Marquee, can be quiet, but at other times, he’s simply massive, dominant and a real handful.
Without any intentional harm to Brooksy, if we get a better option, I don’t think there’s too much left in the tank. But I’m neutral on an official level. I’d be more willing if he could find his way down to about 500k.
Also, out of sight is out of mind, subject to the to the usual injury worries and his orientation back into the game, people forget just how good AD is.
Plus as I understand it, he’s coming back during the injury siege when about the quarter of the NRL are wiped out or laid up. So great timing to return mid season.
On their day, Hastings, Brooks, AD, Nado etc in the same backline would destroy most sides, all that we could want.
Plus paps is killing it for the eels. The upgraded pack is going to plan.
Exciting days to come, we’ve been patient, show us the love fellas!
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Tiger Tarl
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People mentioning we need a few more signings but the way I see it we're looking pretty good for 2023 with the signings we have (if all fit and uninjured).
Ofanengaue has been great at lock. May need to replace Tamou but looks like we'll get one more year from him. Throw in Crichton and I think we're done.
2023 TEAM
1. Daine Laurie
2. David Nofoaluma
3. Adam Doueihi
4. Brent Naden
5. Ken Maumalo
6. Luke Brooks
7. Jackson Hastings
8. James Tamou
9. Api Korisou
10. Stefano Utoikamanu
11. Isaiah Papali'i
12. Angus Crichton
13. Joe Ofanengaue
14. Jake Simpkin
15. Alex Twal
16. Zane Musgrove
17. Alex Seyfarth
RESERVES BACKS: Jock Madden, Starford Toa, Jnr Tupou, Peachy, Kepaoa, Fa'amanu Brown, etc.
Maybe need one more big middle forward but on paper, this team isn't too shabby. Or am I missing something?
Ofanengaue has been great at lock. May need to replace Tamou but looks like we'll get one more year from him. Throw in Crichton and I think we're done.
2023 TEAM
1. Daine Laurie
2. David Nofoaluma
3. Adam Doueihi
4. Brent Naden
5. Ken Maumalo
6. Luke Brooks
7. Jackson Hastings
8. James Tamou
9. Api Korisou
10. Stefano Utoikamanu
11. Isaiah Papali'i
12. Angus Crichton
13. Joe Ofanengaue
14. Jake Simpkin
15. Alex Twal
16. Zane Musgrove
17. Alex Seyfarth
RESERVES BACKS: Jock Madden, Starford Toa, Jnr Tupou, Peachy, Kepaoa, Fa'amanu Brown, etc.
Maybe need one more big middle forward but on paper, this team isn't too shabby. Or am I missing something?
Yeah, I'd be looking to re-negotiate an extension with Brooks to get him back to market rate.
I think we all know how good Doueihi can be, There's folks here that aren't as enamoured with his highlights reel and see other things in his game where he's well got a ways to go.
One of my favourite plays this year is where our second half is hammering across the field to link up with Jacko...
Plays like that aren't happening with AD.
I think the Backrowers have been quite bar a couple rounds this year - So an upgrade there will help us no end!!
We're upgrading centres, We could go one better there as well...
I think there's a few guys who know more about what they want the squad to look like than us - Hopefully they get it right.
InBenjiWeTrust
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To'a for Nofoaluma - better defence and some speed
