Signings, Suggestions & Rumours Discussion

[clontarfkid]

It was Xavier Savage who ran him down to be fair, and he's one of the quickest in the league.

Hes gonna be up against the likes of Savage & co if he wants to continue to play in the outside backs...mite be embarrassing
Apart from all the usual brain fades,that incident just confirmed his future is limited
He shld go to ESL

 

[jirskyr]

This is the full article:

"The Newcastle Knights have secured a significant coup by locking in one of the West Tigers’ top stars on a four-year contract, adding a crucial piece to their squad for the coming seasons. This long-term signing has created a buzz within the NRL community, as the Knights aim to build a team that can consistently challenge for titles in the future.

The player in question, whose identity has been revealed in various reports, is a highly-rated talent with exceptional skills and a proven track record in the NRL. Known for his ability to change the course of a game with his speed, vision, and strength, he brings a wealth of experience to the Newcastle squad. His decision to leave the West Tigers and join the Knights marks a pivotal moment in his career and could help elevate the Knights’ performance across the board.

The move is particularly important for Newcastle, who have been making a concerted effort to build a strong, competitive team after a few years of inconsistent performances. The club’s leadership, including head coach, has been vocal about their desire to strengthen key positions, and this new acquisition is seen as an important step in that direction. His arrival is expected to bolster the Knights’ attacking options and provide valuable experience to a relatively young squad.

For the West Tigers, losing one of their top stars is a significant blow, as the player has been one of the standout performers in recent seasons. However, the Tigers are reportedly focusing on reshaping their roster and bringing in fresh talent. While this particular loss stings, the West Tigers’ coaching staff and management are hopeful that the changes they are making will set the foundation for future success.

The four-year contract demonstrates Newcastle’s commitment to building a team for the long haul, as they look to compete at the top level in the NRL. The player’s commitment to the club for an extended period is a clear indication of his belief in the Knights’ potential and the direction they are heading. Both the club and its fans will be hopeful that this signing will contribute to a new era of success for Newcastle, with the player expected to play a key role in helping them return to the NRL’s elite ranks.

In the coming seasons, all eyes will be on the Knights as they integrate this new talent into their system, and the added firepower from this signing could prove pivotal in their quest for a premiership."

I can tell you without a shadow of a doubt that this is written by AI so take it with a grain of salt.

First thing I thought as well - written by a computer.

 

[Rock Hopper Steve]

First thing I thought as well - written by a computer.

Mate some guys on here were nominating players it could be fell for the trap.

 

[user118245]

If turbo breaks down again and Cherry Evans gets injured that's the end of the premiership window.

Yearly tradition, but could get lucky

 

[Rock Hopper Steve]

Yearly tradition, but could get lucky

That's OK as long as it not against us

 

[tigerballs]

There is hope

Jayden Daniels ran for a critical first down to set up Zane Gonzalez's 37-yard field goal that clanged off the right upright and went through as time expired as the Washington Commanders beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 23-20 in an NFC wildcard game.

The result night marks the franchise’s first playoff win in 6945 days.

Jayden Daniels is a superstar

 

[rugbygoated]

Did anyone watch Terrell May's vlog yesterday? Good insight

 

[Odessa]

This is the full article:

"The Newcastle Knights have secured a significant coup by locking in one of the West Tigers’ top stars on a four-year contract, adding a crucial piece to their squad for the coming seasons. This long-term signing has created a buzz within the NRL community, as the Knights aim to build a team that can consistently challenge for titles in the future.

The player in question, whose identity has been revealed in various reports, is a highly-rated talent with exceptional skills and a proven track record in the NRL. Known for his ability to change the course of a game with his speed, vision, and strength, he brings a wealth of experience to the Newcastle squad. His decision to leave the West Tigers and join the Knights marks a pivotal moment in his career and could help elevate the Knights’ performance across the board.

The move is particularly important for Newcastle, who have been making a concerted effort to build a strong, competitive team after a few years of inconsistent performances. The club’s leadership, including head coach, has been vocal about their desire to strengthen key positions, and this new acquisition is seen as an important step in that direction. His arrival is expected to bolster the Knights’ attacking options and provide valuable experience to a relatively young squad.

For the West Tigers, losing one of their top stars is a significant blow, as the player has been one of the standout performers in recent seasons. However, the Tigers are reportedly focusing on reshaping their roster and bringing in fresh talent. While this particular loss stings, the West Tigers’ coaching staff and management are hopeful that the changes they are making will set the foundation for future success.

The four-year contract demonstrates Newcastle’s commitment to building a team for the long haul, as they look to compete at the top level in the NRL. The player’s commitment to the club for an extended period is a clear indication of his belief in the Knights’ potential and the direction they are heading. Both the club and its fans will be hopeful that this signing will contribute to a new era of success for Newcastle, with the player expected to play a key role in helping them return to the NRL’s elite ranks.

In the coming seasons, all eyes will be on the Knights as they integrate this new talent into their system, and the added firepower from this signing could prove pivotal in their quest for a premiership."

I can tell you without a shadow of a doubt that this is written by AI so take it with a grain of salt.

Good luck Adam hope the injuries are over

I have no idea who it is but knowing the telegraph most likely him

 

[The Chad]

Lol

The kid is the fittest in our team

And had broken club records

He watches footy matches at home instead of going and partying

He’s not just talented but fit, dedicated and loves the game.

If he stays fit he’s a future immortal I’ll put $100 on it

The amount of times I've heard "future immortal" from Mrs Galvin on here is getting to the staggering stage.

 

[The Chad]

Yeah saying all the right things so if it gets out it doesn't blow up in his face

That's called 'being professional'

 

[Rock Hopper Steve]

That's called 'being professional'

Soft spot for Bateman Chad.

 

[balmain boy]

Click bait rubbish

Anyone who looks at that post and believes a word of it needs to get their head.examined

 

[Rock Hopper Steve]

Gee it's slow in this thread tonight guys everyone is arguing in the HBG threads.

 

[liltiger]

Quick question for you all. It's pretty well known we are pretty lean in the 2nd row, no doubt Richo and Benji will be doing some shopping for 2026, who realistically do you all think we should be looking at to bolster our 2nd row ?

 

[BlackWhiteGold]

Inside Wests Tigers’ dramatic rebuild: Surprise spark plug among stack of big-name recruits

Behind Wests Tigers’ dramatic rebuild: Surprise spark plug in stack of star recruits

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“Tallyn (Da Silva), Luke Laulilii, Lachy Galvin, they all came back this pre-season in incredible shape, so I’m expecting big years from them as well.

 

[diedpretty]

It was Xavier Savage who ran him down to be fair, and he's one of the quickest in the league.

Thats true but had Savage not been in the chase any one of the other 4 chasers would have caught him.

 

[Tigerwould]

Inside Wests Tigers’ dramatic rebuild: Surprise spark plug among stack of big-name recruits

Behind Wests Tigers’ dramatic rebuild: Surprise spark plug in stack of star recruits

www.foxsports.com.au

“Tallyn (Da Silva), Luke Laulilii, Lachy Galvin, they all came back this pre-season in incredible shape, so I’m expecting big years from them as well.

Looking forward to see how TDS goes in R1. I think the WTs have developed him well. They didn’t throw him in too early (recruited Api). I’d like to see him play more mins in NRL this year.
I don’t think Luke Laulilii will make the NRL in the first couple of rounds (might be wrong) but I think he will be the next in... if there are injuries or reshuffles in the wing/ centres

 

[Jolls]

Quick question for you all. It's pretty well known we are pretty lean in the 2nd row, no doubt Richo and Benji will be doing some shopping for 2026, who realistically do you all think we should be looking at to bolster our 2nd row ?

We have some development options in our own back yard that we need to be mindful of. But, if we are shopping, I would be considering two players coming in. One an experienced ready to go NRL player and the second an emerging player ready to enter FG. No players over 25 would be on my list so that we can build towards a stable tilt at the premiership. I have a narrowed it down to a short list of four:

Kai Pierce-Paul

• Exceptional athleticism for a forward, with impressive height and reach.
• Versatile, able to play in both the second row and center positions (no need to carry a back on the bench).
• International and NRL Experience.
• Do we have the cap space?

Egan Butcher

• Powerful ball-runner with good line-breaking ability.
• Reliable defender with a high work rate and physicality.
• Strong experience, coming from a competitive Roosters system.
• Injury history raises concerns about durability.

Mavrik Geyer

• Aggressive and fearless playing style, reflecting his pedigree and potential.
• Solid defensive technique and a high motor.
• Youthful and mouldable, with the potential to grow into a key player.
• Limited top-level experience, but well developed in the Penrith reserve-grade system.

Simi Sasagi

• Highly versatile, capable of playing in the back row and as a utility in the backline.
• Creative attacking skills, including the ability to offload and break the line.
• Young and full of potential.
• Defensive consistency is an issue, particularly against more physical opponents, but is likely to improve with expereince and age.

 

[jrtiger]

Quick question for you all. It's pretty well known we are pretty lean in the 2nd row, no doubt Richo and Benji will be doing some shopping for 2026, who realistically do you all think we should be looking at to bolster our 2nd row ?

we're going to have to get crafty with who we pursue. we don't really have too much cash to throw around and we need to be mindful that we don't block the path of Pheonix Godinet.

I've banged on about Simi Sasagi a few times and he's a guy that we could easily put in jersey 17 and give 30-35 minutes and he could swing momentum. he has flair and tackle breaking ability that Seyfarth simply doesn't have, and if we want a bit of contrast to what he brings then I'd be looking there, but there is work to do defensively.

Dylan Egan is a Liam Martin clone, but that's probably why Flanagan won't want to let him go. that said, there's a lot of good young backrowers at the Dragons and its an option given he's off contract at the end of the year.

I can't take credit but I absolutely love @gregjm87's Oryn Keeley shout. he'd be a great buy. @Jolls' Mav Geyer shout isn't a bad one either.

 

[BlackWhiteGold]

We have some development options in our own back yard that we need to be mindful of. But, if we are shopping, I would be considering two players coming in. One an experienced ready to go NRL player and the second an emerging player ready to enter FG. No players over 25 would be on my list so that we can build towards a stable tilt at the premiership. I have a narrowed it down to a short list of four:

Kai Pierce-Paul

• Exceptional athleticism for a forward, with impressive height and reach.
• Versatile, able to play in both the second row and center positions (no need to carry a back on the bench).
• International and NRL Experience.
• Do we have the cap space?

Egan Butcher

• Powerful ball-runner with good line-breaking ability.
• Reliable defender with a high work rate and physicality.
• Strong experience, coming from a competitive Roosters system.
• Injury history raises concerns about durability.

Mavrik Geyer

• Aggressive and fearless playing style, reflecting his pedigree and potential.
• Solid defensive technique and a high motor.
• Youthful and mouldable, with the potential to grow into a key player.
• Limited top-level experience, but well developed in the Penrith reserve-grade system.

Simi Sasagi

• Highly versatile, capable of playing in the back row and as a utility in the backline.
• Creative attacking skills, including the ability to offload and break the line.
• Young and full of potential.
• Defensive consistency is an issue, particularly against more physical opponents, but is likely to improve with expereince and age.

Like the possible targets @Jolls . I agree that we need an experienced backrower to provide depth in that position & become another forward leader for the squad with the likes of Godinet, Duncombe, Taotua & Broederlow emerging in a couple of years. I've heard Egan Butcher is close to resigning with the Rorters. The other I would add to this list who would add so much to our squad is Ethan Bullemore, except for the fact he is managed by Isaac Moses.