Signings, Suggestions & Rumours Discussion

[BlackWhiteGold]

Cody is old and stuff, but man, how many tries he sets up on the left is crazy. That side attack would have no problems that's for sure

Wonder how Benji would fit Cody, Latu & Javon all on that left side lol dilemmas!

 

[Flippedy]

Well it's not like they can have the bears lose their first ever game

I think they will lose much more than just their first game. No favours for Perth.

 

[1itiger]

Tom Dearden would be light years ahead as No. 1 Halfback option

 

[jrtiger]

Wonder how Benji would fit Cody, Latu & Javon all on that left side lol dilemmas!

Latu can play both sides which helps, while Javon’s probably still 12 months away.

still unsure about SG’s mail given his history, let alone if it actually happens.

 

[Curly_Tiger]

I’d be dubious that it’s even the original SG, even though I do hope it is
Good to have anyone who promotes a bit of positivity in here, even if he gets drowned in negativity

Go for it SG if it’s really you

 

[cktiger]

Tom Dearden would be light years ahead as No. 1 Halfback option

In a fantasy world Dearden or Sam Walker.
Hard to believe it could happen, though.

 

[clontarfkid]

Ok
I think it’s time I give the forum a rest until the competition starts again in 2027.
To many children on here name calling others for my liking.
For those that show respect to others on this forum I wish you all a safe and healthy Christmas and New Year.

Hi no

Our best periods in the season coincided with Hunt and Fainu being the middle rotation

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No way, madden is on 50k of our salary cap and Fogarty is on like 700

Brisbane heavily subsidised him..not sure whether so much in yr 2 next year

 

[Plato]

Cody is old and stuff, but man, how many tries he sets up on the left is crazy. That side attack would have no problems that's for sure

Cody is a class act, and a late bloomer, at least so far as the NRL goes, so should have plenty of time left in his legs. Looking for value for money I wouldn't mind getting Jayden Sullivan back and developing him further. I thought there was plenty of improvement late in the season when he filled in for Ashton Ward, and Bennett seems to have preferred him to Humphries. He's only at the Bunnies for next year and at the very least would be a good back up for us.

 

[gregjm87]

So what combination you thinking for next year?

Depends on the availability and development of players.
I think Madden and Doueihi is probably the best option currently but I believe there is more to it than that.

Firstly, who is the 13? I believe the style of player you have at 13 determines what style you want from your 7. If Twal plays the bulk of the minutes there, I think that locks Madden into the 7. If someone like Mann and/or Brailey gets big minutes through the middle I think Fainu/Doueihi is probably the better halves option, assuming Fainu proves he is up to it on the training field.

Madden you know what you will get, which admittedly isn't great but he will provide direction.

I hope Fainu makes an irrefutable case for a starting jersey over the preseason. I think he is our future halfback and would not be upset to see him start there (or 6). So long as he is starting in the halves in either grade I won't be upset, not used as a lock off the bench.

Doueihi is undoubtedly in our best 13 but firstly has he earnt the trust of his teammates to be selected? I'd be tempted to give him reps at both centre and backrow (as well as obviously 6) over the preseason to teach him some humility and ensure he doesn't feel entitled to a starting spot. Just keep him well away from the 7 role.
Next is there a centre or winger out injured, as I think centre is his best spot. I'd happily start him there if any of the outside backs were missing long term (just not chopping and changing between centre and 6, must be long term injury cover) and fit the 3 of them in.
Plenty of options but sadly no-one demanding selection currently.

 

[TigerVinnie]

In a fantasy world Dearden or Sam Walker.
Hard to believe it could happen, though.

if Dearden is ever coming to Sydney, the Roosters would have him signed before he steps on the plane.

 

[SmokingGun]

A question one might ask SG is .. is this half back currently playing in the NRL .. ??

This halfback (or 5/8) is NOT currently playing in the NRL.
Nobody is currently playing in the NRL.

 

[Camel2281]

luke Brooks is back my friends lol

He said Half-back. Not 5/8

 

[Camel2281]

I’m guessing Reynolds

He retired

 

[tigertragic]

This halfback (or 5/8) is NOT currently playing in the NRL.
Nobody is currently playing in the NRL.

Adam Reynolds fits ‘previously chased’ ‘not currently playing’.
Plus I’m not sure he was ready to retire . Maybe 1 year contract

 

[Plato]

This halfback (or 5/8) is NOT currently playing in the NRL.
Nobody is currently playing in the NRL.

Bevan French?

 

[bptiger 0]

Bevan French?

I like French , can play anywhere in the backline , has good speed

 

[Betterdays22]

Latu can play both sides which helps, while Javon’s probably still 12 months away.

still unsure about SG’s mail given his history, let alone if it actually happens.

Would be contingent on S.Walker to Bunnies I imagine anyway. Fair bit to happen.

Wary of feeding SG but we are a desperate lot here

 

[LiamFulton]

Humouring this though. Sam Walker probably the first domino, linked to the Bunnies who would possibly be telling Cody Walker he could explore options? Only guy who would really fit the bill (or Moses but I seriously doubt that).

id prefer fogarty over cody walker

 

[king_sirro]

This halfback (or 5/8) is NOT currently playing in the NRL.
Nobody is currently playing in the NRL.

You really are a clown with the games you play. I can just picture you sitting back having a chuckle at people missing the last line you put in small print thinking your are amazing

 

[Plato]

I like French , can play anywhere in the backline , has good speed

And homesick, having recently lost his mother (I think?)