I'm only speculating, but I'm guessing our pathetic performance on Friday followed by Canberra's spirited win helped him make his decision. Hope Benji understands his poor preparation before a game and his rubbish excuses after a game only help himself sleep well at night.
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balmain boy
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He's had 5 years to improve it, and shown zero inclination to do so. He's a lazy player with a bad attitude, should be out the door but was yet another reckless re-signing on a roster spot we didn't have free.
balmain boy
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They can play first grade next season.
Should they is another question.
It Makasini was turning 18 this year i have no doubt he'd have played half a dozen NRL matches, he's lightyears ahead of those who've been in our backline this year. He just needs to fill out and gain experience against non-schoolboys. How to tackle bigger players and put them on their backs etc.
Large being a little less physically developed, at centre he would need more time. At fullback or wing he'd be similar to Laulilii this year
weststigerman
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We're stuck with Doueihi for another year unless the Roosters come calling for cover for Walker.
There is a possibility he's horrible lateral defence is to do with complications from the ACL given he had to miss a bunch of games post ACL. Usually they are better the following year. Benji needs have an honest chat with him and tell him centre is the only position he'll be considered for and he'll be starting in reserve grade to see if his defence is up to scratch.
His career is on the line and it's up to him to fix it, otherwise he won't be in anyones top 30 in 2026.
There is a possibility he's horrible lateral defence is to do with complications from the ACL given he had to miss a bunch of games post ACL. Usually they are better the following year. Benji needs have an honest chat with him and tell him centre is the only position he'll be considered for and he'll be starting in reserve grade to see if his defence is up to scratch.
His career is on the line and it's up to him to fix it, otherwise he won't be in anyones top 30 in 2026.
weststigerman
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Agree. Makasini will be straight in when old enough if there is an opportunity based on how quickly Laulilli was put in.
In saying that can you think of another player comparable to him who is any better for 250k ?
weststigers
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IP was going to be bumped to 750k per year and Stef to 800k. 1.55 million in those too? I'm happy they've left.
The Chad
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Horsburgh staying in Canberra I think offers up a couple of interesting "Plan B" options not named Kobe Hetherington.
The Raiders KOE lock is Hohepa Puru- a tackling machine & leader of the squad at 22 years of age (also- former Panther). Not a big name get, but would be budget & is bashing the door down for a starting role somewhere.
Also at the Raiders is their interchange prop Pasami Saulo- very tall, good worker & good defender. Horsburgh staying, and a fairly settled forward pack in place- these 2 guys could come loose if the players were to look for starting opportunities.
The Raiders KOE lock is Hohepa Puru- a tackling machine & leader of the squad at 22 years of age (also- former Panther). Not a big name get, but would be budget & is bashing the door down for a starting role somewhere.
Also at the Raiders is their interchange prop Pasami Saulo- very tall, good worker & good defender. Horsburgh staying, and a fairly settled forward pack in place- these 2 guys could come loose if the players were to look for starting opportunities.
I think u maybe 100% correct, so benji blow of a recruit due to his go and have fun game , no wonder we are where we are . Hunt and bird will pull the 10 day get out clause next 🤔😜
Another lazy defender though. Too many people on here are fixated on blokes who can provide 2 or 3 highlight reel hitups
clontarfkid
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Unsure about the numbers,but IP was the only fear factor we had,even if he did only operate at 70%
The only ones fearful of Stefano were 70kg halves..as soon as someone of size came near him,he disappeared..Benji clueless re how to fix him,but Bellyache will
AmericanHistoryX
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Dodged a bullet with CH.
balmain boy
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He is not a centre. He isn't a back anymore. I think he passed the ball about 3 times all season in NRL. If he wants to purely run the ball then he moves to back row, and has to prove he can make 100m +30 tackles every week. Starting in Cup, if he performs consistently well in the back row in cup then he can get gametime on the bench in NRL.
If he plays in the backs then our season is over and our squad depth is atrocious.
balmain boy
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Show me a list of players on 250k and under and i'll show you which ones aren't better than him.
It won't be many.
AmericanHistoryX
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You guys work harder than the what's it called Holman group?
BlackWhiteGold
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About to re-sign with the Rabbits
AmericanHistoryX
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From fantasy to reality. Any other names we can come up with?
Kelce68
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If that's the case, then I'm happy he's not coming.
If you're making your mind up about where you want to play on the basis of one round of football, then you're best steering clear.
This club needs players who need a start or love an underdog story.
There's not much in between at the moment.
If you're making your mind up about where you want to play on the basis of one round of football, then you're best steering clear.
This club needs players who need a start or love an underdog story.
There's not much in between at the moment.
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