Adam Doueihi #227

[hammertime]

Still the most bizarre signing for me in 26+.
Can’t wait to see how he’s used ( if at all) and how’s much he’s developed as a Bronco.
But then again, maybe there’s something happening that Benji knows but hasn’t shared ( ie Luai decides he’s had enough?

Purely depth. He played 10 games for Broncos FG in 2024, with 25 marred by injury. Was in their Top 30. So he's not nothing.

He'd be after Luai, Doueihi and Latu in pecking order, so we'd need to have a couple of injuries.

Solid depth signing and a good news story to have someone return.

 

[crazycat]

Would have preferred Latu starting the year at 1/2.
ADs actions almost caught up to his self-appraisal last year, Got to give him credit for that.
Hoping Madden will impress Bengie, bit more ying n yang -Madden Luia
Opposed to AD Luia ,as long as we are winning ,no need to fix it

So your preference at Halfback is Madden or Latu?

We really need 1x halfback and that person gets control of the team.

5/8 is a position that can roam. Only a few 5/8's have really directed teams, Terry Lamb comes to mind.

I wouldn't mind it if Luai were to grab the team by the balls and say "Boom I am halfback", he can play the position. Otherwise I really think AD is the only other person who shows the ownership.

Fainu doesn't, Madden also is a half but not your "batman".

 

[Merlot]

So your preference at Halfback is Madden or Latu?

We really need 1x halfback and that person gets control of the team.

5/8 is a position that can roam. Only a few 5/8's have really directed teams, Terry Lamb comes to mind.

I wouldn't mind it if Luai were to grab the team by the balls and say "Boom I am halfback", he can play the position. Otherwise I really think AD is the only other person who shows the ownership.

Fainu doesn't, Madden also is a half but not your "batman".

Jerome is best being second fiddle, but he took the mission ,
Your glossing over some talent with your words

 

[crazycat]

Jerome is best being second fiddle, but he took the mission ,
Your glossing over some talent with your words

Do you mean a 5/8 who lead their squad...

I probably am.

Darryn Lockyer comes to mind, although it's Brisbane and he established himself at Fullback.

Most 5/8 though are more strike weapons:
Munster, GI (at 5/8 fullback or center, he was a strike weapon and not a director of play).

Honestly strugging to think of too many more 5/8's that really lead their sides around the park... I don't think it's that common but I am sure there are a heap of names I have forgotten.

 

[lathami]

Just don’t get the signing of madden, below average half. As proven when broncos went down by 2 halves in one game, he basically was 5th choice! We should have done better.

 

[wstigers11]

Just don’t get the signing of madden, below average half. As proven when broncos went down by 2 halves in one game, he basically was 5th choice! We should have done better.

It’s just to play cup mostly

 

[GNR4LIFE]

Madden is a 3rd string halfback. Who should we expect to have as a 3rd string half? DCE?

 

[wstigers11]

Madden is a 3rd string halfback. Who should we expect to have as a 3rd string half? DCE?

Ikr Madden is the least of our worries lmao

 

[lathami]

It’s just to play cup mostly

I know, but couldn’t we fine someone with more upside. Calling him vanilla is an overstatement.

 

[lathami]

Madden is a 3rd string halfback. Who should we expect to have as a 3rd string half? DCE?

With our injury prone top 2 halves, it’s not hard to see him being needed. Thought that was pretty obvious!
Also considering that out top two half backs are not really ‘half backs’.

 

[Telltails]

Madden is depth - don't know why people are seeing it as anything other or how that is a bad thing. He may be needed at some point and can fill a gap and he is capable of that.
You are not going to attract quality halves to WTs to play in reserves.

 

[Mighty_Tiger]

Madden is depth - don't know why people are seeing it as anything other or how that is a bad thing. He may be needed at some point and can fill a gap and he is capable of that.
You are not going to attract quality halves to WTs to play in reserves.

Exactly. Everyone wants 30 players of all NRL star quality. Madden wasn’t signed to play 100% of games and be a match breaker. He is here for squad depth which based on previous history our halves and hooker do have challenges playing out a season. Also having a half of his quality in reggies isn’t a bad thing it should make us more competitive which plays apart in developing a winning culture.

 

[wstigers11]

I know, but couldn’t we fine someone with more upside. Calling him vanilla is an overstatement.

He’s a controlling 7 to guide Mason, Javon and the rest of the young cup squad around and to learn their craft. He’s exactly what they need to help them lol

 

[innsaneink]

Exactly. Everyone wants 30 players of all NRL star quality. Madden wasn’t signed to play 100% of games and be a match breaker. He is here for squad depth which based on previous history our halves and hooker do have challenges playing out a season. Also having a half of his quality in reggies isn’t a bad thing it should make us more competitive which plays apart in developing a winning culture.

Yes.
He ...along with (last year) the Nadens and Staines will also help.the young huys coming up the grades and just cracking reggies...learning to play against men.
Reggies needs to be a blend of developing players and expreirnced depth guys

 

[Tiger Stripes]

It’s just to play cup mostly

And teach-direct-positional play for the young guys I suspect.
Pass on what's required to succeed at NRL level.

 

[Chunk]

I'm backing Doueihi all the way, he has all the attributes to being a very good halfback. Also, plenty of experience and drive because of what challenges he's had to face.

Him and Luai could become a great pairing, they have plenty of knowledge and experience and balance each others games.

Latu can hopefully develop but I don't thinks he's ready just yet.

Lets hope the forwards can dominate, an obvious key to success.