Signings, Suggestions & Rumours Discussion

[tigerballs]

I really liked the idea of getting Cust. He fits perfectly with with Maguire is doing. Tough, well-priced, talented. I'd be shocked if we go anywhere near Widdop as he seems too old compared to what we've targeted so far. Wouldn't be surprised to see one of the big contracts loaned to someone else for next year. Even paying half of it allows us to throw solid cash at an up-and-comer

Apparently, Madge went in hard, he really wanted him but it seems he's the loyal type and told Manly he'd stay if they went close with the dollars. Definitely the type of player you want at a club. I've also been told Madge won't sign anyone over 21 and Pascoe had to really twist his arm to sign BJ, so it doesn't bode well for JAC and the likes. If Luce wasn't here BJ was no chance of a job. I guess he's from the Bellamy school of recruiting and developing rather than the Roosters school of spending millions no matter what.

Appreciate the info. Any new names pop up recently?

Cust was a must (apologies). I'm forming my opinions on what I hear from a particular player manager ( my nephews). It seems his major objective is a half/5/8. We're happy with the pack and outside backs but he needs a quarterback. The fact that he's searching far and wide for a decent half indicates, I think, there won't be any major signings unless it's a gun half, ESL or Canterbury Cup, whatever it takes but he won't sign an established $1m loafer.

 

[Newtown]

I really liked the idea of getting Cust. He fits perfectly with with Maguire is doing. Tough, well-priced, talented. I'd be shocked if we go anywhere near Widdop as he seems too old compared to what we've targeted so far. Wouldn't be surprised to see one of the big contracts loaned to someone else for next year. Even paying half of it allows us to throw solid cash at an up-and-comer

Apparently, Madge went in hard, he really wanted him but it seems he's the loyal type and told Manly he'd stay if they went close with the dollars. Definitely the type of player you want at a club. I've also been told Madge won't sign anyone over 21 and Pascoe had to really twist his arm to sign BJ, so it doesn't bode well for JAC and the likes. If Luce wasn't here BJ was no chance of a job. I guess he's from the Bellamy school of recruiting and developing rather than the Roosters school of spending millions no matter what.

Appreciate the info. Any new names pop up recently?

Cust was a must (apologies). I'm forming my opinions on what I hear from a particular player manager ( my nephews). It seems his major objective is a half/5/8. We're happy with the pack and outside backs but he needs a quarterback. The fact that he's searching far and wide for a decent half indicates, I think, there won't be any major signings unless it's a gun half, ESL or Canterbury Cup, whatever it takes but he won't sign an established $1m loafer.

Canberra signed a very good half this year from ESL.

 

[Celticguy97]

I really liked the idea of getting Cust. He fits perfectly with with Maguire is doing. Tough, well-priced, talented. I'd be shocked if we go anywhere near Widdop as he seems too old compared to what we've targeted so far. Wouldn't be surprised to see one of the big contracts loaned to someone else for next year. Even paying half of it allows us to throw solid cash at an up-and-comer

Apparently, Madge went in hard, he really wanted him but it seems he's the loyal type and told Manly he'd stay if they went close with the dollars. Definitely the type of player you want at a club. I've also been told Madge won't sign anyone over 21 and Pascoe had to really twist his arm to sign BJ, so it doesn't bode well for JAC and the likes. If Luce wasn't here BJ was no chance of a job. I guess he's from the Bellamy school of recruiting and developing rather than the Roosters school of spending millions no matter what.

Appreciate the info. Any new names pop up recently?

Cust was a must (apologies). I'm forming my opinions on what I hear from a particular player manager ( my nephews). It seems his major objective is a half/5/8. We're happy with the pack and outside backs but he needs a quarterback. The fact that he's searching far and wide for a decent half indicates, I think, there won't be any major signings unless it's a gun half, ESL or Canterbury Cup, whatever it takes but he won't sign an established $1m loafer.

Any news on where Saab will end up ?

 

[TigerSJ]

There are some fans on here suggesting we drop Benji for Madden! I have only seen Madden play 3 or 4 times and in my view he wasn’t anything special in any aspect of the game (including goal kicking). Putting him in the same sentence as Benji is ridiculous. I’ll be surprised if we even keep him.
On another point, our young pack might seem like they have potential, but the games we have lost disappointingly have not been because of our halves, but because our forwards have been convincingly dominated. We have no real leader in the pack, not enough guys who can actually bust tackles or get over the ad line, no genuine ball playing forwards or even guys who can consistently offload. The majority of our pack are one out, vanilla flavoured and very predictable. Until they can poke their bodies through and get a roll on down field our halves and backs will never look good no matter who we have!!

 

[Snake]

First priority-fullback, 2nd hooker, 3rd centre with speed,4th an attacking 5/8.

Beggars can't be choosers

Opps forgot the most important signing A KICKER!

 

[Cairnstigers]

First priority-fullback, 2nd hooker, 3rd centre with speed,4th an attacking 5/8.

Beggars can't be choosers

Opps forgot the most important signing A KICKER!

And one that kicks goals not stones

 

[JD Tiger]

I respect everyone's view on Benji but with limited funds i can't see we are in a position to sign a big name 6 or 7. In the absence of a signing, assuming we went with a Douehi, Mbye, Talau with Brooks, he's not exactly a bad backup on a pretty low salary, which gives us better spending options for the remaining 3 spots after only $200k for Benji
If we could pick a young half, say like Chanel Harris Tevita from the Warriors, I would feel differently about hanging on to Benji. Maybe I just answered my own question, perhaps we need to take a punt on an up and comer that doesn't cost the world

We will have our $337k cap fine to spend next year as well, Benji is part of the problem not part of the solution, we have to move on, keep him around the club in some capacity but not as a player

Yeah I had factored it in, regarding Benji, he is basically free with the veteran player allowance, pretty sure he's the only option for that

The thing with Benji is that he is low cost and therefore not the problem or anywhere near it. If he isn't the best option he won't be picked so he isn't holding anyone back.

We need to sign some quality players but it appears we have to get juniors and let them develop. An aging cheap half can slot into the team.

Anyway if Madge has a better option he will take it.

But that's just it. Benji being on a low cost salary is not the issue, us having no one better in that role is the issue.

 

[bathursttiger1]

First priority-fullback, 2nd hooker, 3rd centre with speed,4th an attacking 5/8.

Beggars can't be choosers

Opps forgot the most important signing A KICKER!

What's a Kicker haven't seen one at WT for a long time.

 

[TheDaBoss]

First priority-fullback, 2nd hooker, 3rd centre with speed,4th an attacking 5/8.

Beggars can't be choosers

Opps forgot the most important signing A KICKER!

What's a Kicker haven't seen one at WT for a long time.

We have seen a few people kick the bucket ?

 

[supercoach]

I respect everyone's view on Benji but with limited funds i can't see we are in a position to sign a big name 6 or 7. In the absence of a signing, assuming we went with a Douehi, Mbye, Talau with Brooks, he's not exactly a bad backup on a pretty low salary, which gives us better spending options for the remaining 3 spots after only $200k for Benji
If we could pick a young half, say like Chanel Harris Tevita from the Warriors, I would feel differently about hanging on to Benji. Maybe I just answered my own question, perhaps we need to take a punt on an up and comer that doesn't cost the world

We will have our $337k cap fine to spend next year as well, Benji is part of the problem not part of the solution, we have to move on, keep him around the club in some capacity but not as a player

Yeah I had factored it in, regarding Benji, he is basically free with the veteran player allowance, pretty sure he's the only option for that

The thing with Benji is that he is low cost and therefore not the problem or anywhere near it. If he isn't the best option he won't be picked so he isn't holding anyone back.

We need to sign some quality players but it appears we have to get juniors and let them develop. An aging cheap half can slot into the team.

Anyway if Madge has a better option he will take it.

But that's just it. Benji being on a low cost salary is not the issue, us having no one better in that role is the issue.

Benji might be on a low value contract, but the bottom line we have to move on and find or develope the next Benji. You can’t rebuild a roster by rolling out half the old players

 

[balmain boy]

There are some fans on here suggesting we drop Benji for Madden! I have only seen Madden play 3 or 4 times and in my view he wasn’t anything special in any aspect of the game (including goal kicking). Putting him in the same sentence as Benji is ridiculous. I’ll be surprised if we even keep him.
On another point, our young pack might seem like they have potential, but the games we have lost disappointingly have not been because of our halves, but because our forwards have been convincingly dominated. We have no real leader in the pack, not enough guys who can actually bust tackles or get over the ad line, no genuine ball playing forwards or even guys who can consistently offload. The majority of our pack are one out, vanilla flavoured and very predictable. Until they can poke their bodies through and get a roll on down field our halves and backs will never look good no matter who we have!!

So you're just going to judge an 18 year old on a couple of performances playing against men in one of the worst reserve grade sides we've ever had....?

Seems fair 🙄

 

[Tiger5150]

I respect everyone's view on Benji but with limited funds i can't see we are in a position to sign a big name 6 or 7. In the absence of a signing, assuming we went with a Douehi, Mbye, Talau with Brooks, he's not exactly a bad backup on a pretty low salary, which gives us better spending options for the remaining 3 spots after only $200k for Benji
If we could pick a young half, say like Chanel Harris Tevita from the Warriors, I would feel differently about hanging on to Benji. Maybe I just answered my own question, perhaps we need to take a punt on an up and comer that doesn't cost the world

We will have our $337k cap fine to spend next year as well, Benji is part of the problem not part of the solution, we have to move on, keep him around the club in some capacity but not as a player

Yeah I had factored it in, regarding Benji, he is basically free with the veteran player allowance, pretty sure he's the only option for that

The thing with Benji is that he is low cost and therefore not the problem or anywhere near it. If he isn't the best option he won't be picked so he isn't holding anyone back.

We need to sign some quality players but it appears we have to get juniors and let them develop. An aging cheap half can slot into the team.

Anyway if Madge has a better option he will take it.

But that's just it. Benji being on a low cost salary is not the issue, us having no one better in that role is the issue.

Benji might be on a low value contract, but the bottom line we have to move on and find or develope the next Benji. You can’t rebuild a roster by rolling out half the old players

Im with you here. No matter how little Benji costs us, I feel its time to draw a line in the sand and make it work without him. If we cant function without a 35yo (36?) 5/8 we arent Rugbeh Leeginging properly.

 

[pawsandclaws1]

There are some fans on here suggesting we drop Benji for Madden! I have only seen Madden play 3 or 4 times and in my view he wasn’t anything special in any aspect of the game (including goal kicking). Putting him in the same sentence as Benji is ridiculous. I’ll be surprised if we even keep him.
On another point, our young pack might seem like they have potential, but the games we have lost disappointingly have not been because of our halves, but because our forwards have been convincingly dominated. We have no real leader in the pack, not enough guys who can actually bust tackles or get over the ad line, no genuine ball playing forwards or even guys who can consistently offload. The majority of our pack are one out, vanilla flavoured and very predictable. Until they can poke their bodies through and get a roll on down field our halves and backs will never look good no matter who we have!!

Madden's game against the Panthers in the trial was quite impressive. I thought his kicking was good, his ability to get repeats sets excellent and the way he directed the team around the field fine. For a young player he did well.

 

[Goanna57]

I really liked the idea of getting Cust. He fits perfectly with with Maguire is doing. Tough, well-priced, talented. I'd be shocked if we go anywhere near Widdop as he seems too old compared to what we've targeted so far. Wouldn't be surprised to see one of the big contracts loaned to someone else for next year. Even paying half of it allows us to throw solid cash at an up-and-comer

Apparently, Madge went in hard, he really wanted him but it seems he's the loyal type and told Manly he'd stay if they went close with the dollars. Definitely the type of player you want at a club. I've also been told Madge won't sign anyone over 21 and Pascoe had to really twist his arm to sign BJ, so it doesn't bode well for JAC and the likes. If Luce wasn't here BJ was no chance of a job. I guess he's from the Bellamy school of recruiting and developing rather than the Roosters school of spending millions no matter what.

And yet they went all out to get Latrell isn’t he over 21

 

[weststigerman]

I really liked the idea of getting Cust. He fits perfectly with with Maguire is doing. Tough, well-priced, talented. I'd be shocked if we go anywhere near Widdop as he seems too old compared to what we've targeted so far. Wouldn't be surprised to see one of the big contracts loaned to someone else for next year. Even paying half of it allows us to throw solid cash at an up-and-comer

Apparently, Madge went in hard, he really wanted him but it seems he's the loyal type and told Manly he'd stay if they went close with the dollars. Definitely the type of player you want at a club. I've also been told Madge won't sign anyone over 21 and Pascoe had to really twist his arm to sign BJ, so it doesn't bode well for JAC and the likes. If Luce wasn't here BJ was no chance of a job. I guess he's from the Bellamy school of recruiting and developing rather than the Roosters school of spending millions no matter what.

And yet they went all out to get Latrell isn’t he over 21

Yeah sounds like rubbish. How old are Jennings and Musgrove?

 

[JC99]

I doubt Madge will refuse to sign anyone older than 21. If there’s a good player he can sign he’ll sign them

 

[Goanna57]

There’s a lot of people saying Benji should be nowhere near the side this or next year as a player.His position is there for anyone good enough to take it away from him and yet we still wait.I’m guessing that’s Benjis. fault as well

 

[tony soprano]

There are some fans on here suggesting we drop Benji for Madden! I have only seen Madden play 3 or 4 times and in my view he wasn’t anything special in any aspect of the game (including goal kicking). Putting him in the same sentence as Benji is ridiculous. I’ll be surprised if we even keep him.
On another point, our young pack might seem like they have potential, but the games we have lost disappointingly have not been because of our halves, but because our forwards have been convincingly dominated. We have no real leader in the pack, not enough guys who can actually bust tackles or get over the ad line, no genuine ball playing forwards or even guys who can consistently offload. The majority of our pack are one out, vanilla flavoured and very predictable. Until they can poke their bodies through and get a roll on down field our halves and backs will never look good no matter who we have!!

Don’t forgot Zac cini coming straight into first grade.

I agree with u based on Madden last year form but thought the same of McIntyre on his form last year and he has kicked on.

But madden doesn’t fill me with any excitement

 

[JC99]

There’s a lot of people saying Benji should be nowhere near the side this or next year as a player.His position is there for anyone good enough to take it away from him and yet we still wait.I’m guessing that’s Benjis. fault as well

That’s the major issue.... we have no good halves. Should be priority for next season

 

[JC99]

We tried to get Sailor on loan and hopefully we try sign him for next year. I like him as a 5/8