OFFICIAL Jahream Bula #269

[JC99]

The knocks on him seem to be comparing him to very unique and talented superstars, I’ve seen GI and Hayne mentioned.

There’s actually a benefit in having a reliable, consistent fullback, especially if you think he’s going to get better.

He’s not a walking highlight reel yet, but he’s not going to cost you games either, like some fullbacks can do on a bad day.

Pay him.

As Terrell said, he's the glue of the team. Last year we were noticeably worse when he didn't play

As our combinations will improve he will score more highlight reel tries. For now he does a great job supporting guys like KPP

 

[Alex Seyfarth's #1 Fan]

For me, Jahream has improved since last season. His organisational skills are way up, can't recall the last time he dropped a bomb, and his support play is also better. My only nitpick is that I don't see him there often to make the last tackle on the winger. Tedesco and Edwards, you see these guys sprint from one wing to the other and are at least in the frame to save a try. Against Parra I saw Jock Madden there a couple of times, would've been nice if Bula could've been there too.

If he maintains his current form throughout the season without any dips (barring a game or two here and there), then I would be happy to give him his payday. A fullback in defence is like a wicketkeeper in cricket - you won't notice a good one doing his job - and I am quite happy for him to go about his job with minimal errors.

But if he is inconsistent, then we have to consider our young players who will need upgrades at some point and hold our ground on the initial offer. Atard looks decent enough to provide some sort of value next year, although he is a completely different player. There is also the option to sign a veteran player on a short deal until Atard is ready.

All-in-all, like many have said here, would prefer to keep him, but if it doesn't work out then we have options.

 

[wstigers11]

Purdue re-signing with the cows. Cue the forum meltdown

 

[Jedi_Tiger]

let the Dragons take drinkwater at a stupid price, bloke is a turnstile in defence

 

[Tiger Stripes]

I like Bula but, I agree with you, I can't see 900 k to 1 mil worth of value in him. To me, he doesn't run with enough commitment and physicality, doesn't get involved enough and often throws wayward passes when trying to set up his supports. I also wonder, whether we're seeing his ceiling already which is only worth 600k to be honest. Does he lack confidence?

I agree that what we see now is his ceiling.
It has taken 3 years of hope........ but his acceleration and tackle breaking ability have plateaued.
This is as good as it gets.

 

[mtd#2]

Purdue re-signing with the cows. Cue the forum meltdown

Forum or @Vicious 😀

 

[GNR4LIFE]

Purdue re-signing with the cows. Cue the forum meltdown

Why? Was he ever coming here? Was there interest from our club? Good
luck to him. He’s a weapon.

 

[Tiger_Fanatic3]

 

[Mighty_Tiger]

Sitting behind the posts watching the game live, his communication in defence was excellent. Kept our line very organised all game long

Don't know how he can be criticised. Saved a try, scored one, didn't make a mistake, he's looking better every week. Seems like he always takes a little bit to warm into seasons

People often forget about defensive structures and importance a fullback has on this.

 

[Tiger Stripes]

If a deal does not get done, what about Will Kennedy? Would nearly get the same output for 500-600k a year

IMO I think Ken̈nedy is playing better than Bula. At half price!
Is it Luai or Doueihi or does the coach need to stress this flaw in our attack to these players to get it sorted.
Some on here say Bula has a voice for defence positioning?
Well use that voice for attack as well. Let Doueihi and Luai know if they have stuffed up. Call for the ball. It needs to be rectified ASAP. Explain to Benji the dilemma.

 

[supercoach]

He's on 350K at the Sharks this year took a massive drop to stay

Buy of the century at 350. Junior Buba is basically the Sharks attack and is very handy in defence. I would rate Buba and Bulla at about the same dollar value and it is certainly more than 350

 

[Milky]

If he left I would raid the Fins

Sign Trai Fuller until the end of next year and then Hamiso for 28' onwards

Otherwise, Fuller until the end of next year before Attard comes in 28'

 

[Tigerstigerstigers]

Purdue re-signing with the cows. Cue the forum meltdown

gus never met him, cause his cap is full from over paying his last super purchase 🙂

 

[Vicious]

Forum or @Vicious 😀

No meltdown, just dumb recruitment and retention to offer more money to a far lesser player just because he is already with us and he is a nice likeable bloke.

 

[WesternSuburbsBoy]

No meltdown, just dumb recruitment and retention to offer more money to a far lesser player just because he is already with us and he is a nice likeable bloke.

So the solution is to offer more money to a player that's never played FB before?

 

[Telltails]

Retention of key players will finally show that this club is being taken seriously. It is the best way for coaches to build a squad.

 

[Vicious]

So the solution is to offer more money to a player that's never played FB before?

The answer is certainly not paying a contract value that is only set aside for elite match winners to someone who is not an elite match winner, but by not being serious about signing an elite match winner, we will now be forced to make do with what we have as nobody else is available.

 

[Tiger-ferret]

The answer is certainly not paying a contract value that is only set aside for elite match winners to someone who is not an elite match winner, but by not being serious about signing an elite match winner, we will now be forced to make do with what we have as nobody else is available.

Doesn’t that happen any way because we have to pay 95% of the cap?

 

[Hbom]

Expecting a members first email this Friday 5pm.

 

[WesternSuburbsBoy]

The answer is certainly not paying a contract value that is only set aside for elite match winners to someone who is not an elite match winner, but by not being serious about signing an elite match winner, we will now be forced to make do with what we have as nobody else is available.

I'm yet to see Purdue do any sort of elite match winning things for the Cowboys either.