Signings, Suggestions & Rumours Discussion

[Betterdays22]

Could be the reason why Albert Kelly is being talked to for a T&T contract.

Kade Hill not physically ready, Mikey Tannous seen more as a hooker but can play half and more physically ready.

I'm still on the Jake Clifford on a smaller deal for 2 years bandwagon as a project for Sheens & particularly Benji.

Jake Clifford and Albert Kelly are both players who have had their moments. I feel they both have had several cracks at NRL and are just not up to it. Brodie Croft would be the best option in England but that doesn't inspire much confidence either unfortunately. Our only option might be paying overs on the best flegg or reserve grade half who won't be playing firsts at their club.

 

[hobbo1]

I’m shouting youse all a combo when Brooks pisses off !

 

[Jedi_Tiger]

Sounds like Brooks has made his mind up and wants to leave given he provided notice with Sheens away. We better go hard in the player market for at least 24 because right now we don't really have much left in the tank at the club. Brooks is better than the Kelly alternative.

If Sheens wants Hastings at lock like POM said it will be interesting if this either sees a clear shift of Hastings to Halfback or if we see a Laurie and AD lineup in the halves with Staines at fullback (if the Peach/Staines activity happens). Outside of that we really don't have many options aside from maybe chasing Nathan Brown who can ball play somewhat as our depth in the halves is terrible.

Sounds like we are in a hedging our bets waiting game across the market atm.

we need Moses or Dylan Brown in 2024 or we are in trouble

 

[batboy]

"Reasons, not excuses."

Ahhh.... The good old days!!
I've heard him say it already - More than once.

 

[Jedi_Tiger]

The pressure will be on Brooks big time. Touted by Joey as the player to steer the Knights to the next level. Imagine the flak he will get from the Knights army when he comes up with countless dumb fifth tackle options. Maybe it’s a ploy to take the heat off Ponga who only delivers once a month

pressure at Newcastle will be immense

 

[TheDaBoss]

Nofo and Brooks combo package for Dom young and klemmer

Hell yeah

 

[WT2K]

Can't believe we're going to lose the 2018 halfback of the year.

Up there with the losses of Moses, Addo Carr & Tedesco

CURSES!!

Hopefully the info is wrong and brooks extends. Needs to be a one club player.

 

[Newtown]

This morning on SEN Lee did mention there's alot of player negotiating between clubs at the moment, so sit back and enjoy.
Hope tiger's don't end up with leftovers.

I hope the Wests tigers know what they are doing. One small mistake with player retention can lead to a year long catastrophe.

 

[craigtob]

"Reasons, not excuses."

Our so called up and coming juniors are nowhere near top 30? They would be 3-5years away if they even make it.
We need to buy 1st grade players that they can learn and master the ins and outs of 1st grade to be able to be anywhere near the top 8 team’s

 

[Newtown]

Nofo and Brooks combo package for Dom young and klemmer

Hell yeah

Who is going to play halfback? Dom Young or Klemmer?

 

[jirskyr]

There's something with releasing deadwood for sure....
But continuously giving untested kids top 30 spots is just Stupid!!

Also gives him an excuse every single day for not competing.....

I'll reserve judgement until the roster is finalised in February. Lots of movement every offseason.

 

[Jedi_Tiger]

2024
Kyle Flannagan maybe for 7, if the dogs want to release him and pay some of the contract. Dylan Brown for 6
Douhie centre
Hastings 13

 

[Coastie_Tiger]

The pressure will be on Brooks big time. Touted by Joey as the player to steer the Knights to the next level. Imagine the flak he will get from the Knights army when he comes up with countless dumb fifth tackle options. Maybe it’s a ploy to take the heat off Ponga who only delivers once a month

Talk about jumping from the frying pan into the fire, one club town one of the immortals as your mentor.
Big ask for Brooksy we've already seen his backbone go to jelly.

 

[Jedi_Tiger]

2024

1. Laurie

2. Nofo

3. Naden

4. AD

5. Staines

6. D Brown

7. Flanagan

8. Klemmer

9. Api

10. Stef

11. Paps

12. Frizell

13. Hastings

14. Rua / Da Silva

15. Twal

16. Joe O

17. Blore/Pole

 

[Cultured_Bogan]

2024
Kyle Flannagan maybe for 7, if the dogs want to release him and pay some of the contract. Dylan Brown for 6
Douhie centre
Hastings 13

With Sheens at the helm we're more likely to see Talau at seven, To'a at six, and Papali'i and Blore at prop.

 

[tony soprano]

Lesbo halfback ?

Tannous Johns apparently

 

[weststigers]

Jake Clifford and Albert Kelly are both players who have had their moments. I feel they both have had several cracks at NRL and are just not up to it. Brodie Croft would be the best option in England but that doesn't inspire much confidence either unfortunately. Our only option might be paying overs on the best flegg or reserve grade half who won't be playing firsts at their club.

I think Albert is a bit of a pest on the drink.

 

[tony soprano]

Nrl recruitment is a complete shamozel.

 

[BlackWhiteGold]

I hope Sheens pulls off a huge coup and signs Jack Welsby from St Helens although Redcliffe would be a huge chance with the Kridstian Woolf link.

 

[AdelaideTiger]

With Sheens at the helm we're more likely to see Talau at seven, To'a at six, and Papali'i and Blore at prop.

Talau did play 6 for NSW 18s...