Signings, Suggestions & Rumours Discussion

[Cultured_Bogan]

Dale Finucane ?

A thousand times yes.

 

[Cultured_Bogan]

Bye bye Mbye.

I wouldnt get to cocky Mike,if Laurie doesnt get up to the level required to play fb in NRL quickly enough we will be glad to have Mbye in the position,no matter how much you dislike him he can do a job for us this year...

Agree it is too early to go off half cocked about Laurie but plenty of my mates whom are Panthers fans are pretty upset he's going. They all reckon he has the goods.

 

[Chipofftheoldblock]

@THE_POM is Ky Rodwell still training with us? Some good raps on him. Really not a fan of Docker_Clay. Was very ordinary in the SL and seems more like Pita Godinet signing which was terrible. Surely there is a better back up half 5/8 option out there?

 

[GNR4LIFE]

Apparently we’re trying to work out a swap, Walters for Isaako. I know he’s a goal kicker, but we’re overflowing with outside backs as it is.

 

[mike]

Apparently we’re trying to work out a swap, Walters for Isaako. I know he’s a goal kicker, but we’re overflowing with outside backs as it is.

That was my thoughts as well. I think we are still short a lock.

 

[getagrip]

Apparently we’re trying to work out a swap, Walters for Isaako. I know he’s a goal kicker, but we’re overflowing with outside backs as it is.

I agree, we have plenty of outside backs, but I wouldn't mind a back up (or possibly even first call) goal kicker.

 

[Shooter Mcgavin]

Isaako showed plenty of promise in his debut year but has been ok since without being spectacular. Say his drop in form was from his fathers sickness and eventual death, combined with Sieboldgate I’m confident he can get back to that.

Upside - GK, FG (something we probably lack too), good finisher, wouldn’t be hugely priced off a couple average seasons.

Downside - potentially blocks AJ and Talau who by all reports are meant to be something special and unless we plan on cutting either one or both or JTJ/BJ loose from their club options we could lose one or both of them to rivals.

 

[happy_tiger]

Juat a quick question

Anyone know who our attack and defence coaches r this year?

Juat a quick question

Anyone know who our attack and defence coaches r this year?


Happy is attack coach. Currently working from home. Sending in daily PowerPoint docs for the team to study and marvel over

They can't afford me lol

 

[Deleted member 3518]

@THE_POM is Ky Rodwell still training with us? Some good raps on him. Really not a fan of Docker_Clay. Was very ordinary in the SL and seems more like Pita Godinet signing which was terrible. Surely there is a better back up half 5/8 option out there?

Maybe that’s what the isaako signing is about . Mbye becomes the backup , with Laurie and madden . And Isaako serves as a backup for fullback and wing . Or starter on the wing . I don’t know . Seems like better roster balance if they are looking at it that way . Instead of guy who failed at CC cup and SL. Not saying he sux , as I’ve said before , anybody in a NRL or even SL squad is probably the best junior you ever saw in your age group growing up . But like you said . Surely there’s something better out there .

 

[BAGNF05]

Isaako showed plenty of promise in his debut year but has been ok since without being spectacular. Say his drop in form was from his fathers sickness and eventual death, combined with Sieboldgate I’m confident he can get back to that.

Upside - GK, FG (something we probably lack too), good finisher, wouldn’t be hugely priced off a couple average seasons.

Downside - potentially blocks AJ and Talau who by all reports are meant to be something special and unless we plan on cutting either one or both or JTJ/BJ loose from their club options we could lose one or both of them to rivals.

Think Talau and AJ both looked up to it without shining too bright. Potentially Madge wants a bit more.

 

[Moh]

Really like Isaako, wanted him last season. His form slump is temporary.

But as mentioned, we have a lot of backs and some with good potential that will be blocked.

Really think Talau and AJ have what it takes, just need consistent grade time.

 

[momo_amp_medo]

Apparently we’re trying to work out a swap, Walters for Isaako. I know he’s a goal kicker, but we’re overflowing with outside backs as it is.

It’s a good SWAP if it comes off .... good goal-kicking backline allrounder for good allrounder that’s just coming off a serious injury.

After that we still have 3 vacancies so yes 5/8 and lock are next priorities.

 

[Goanna57]

Isaako showed plenty of promise in his debut year but has been ok since without being spectacular. Say his drop in form was from his fathers sickness and eventual death, combined with Sieboldgate I’m confident he can get back to that.

Upside - GK, FG (something we probably lack too), good finisher, wouldn’t be hugely priced off a couple average seasons.

Downside - potentially blocks AJ and Talau who by all reports are meant to be something special and unless we plan on cutting either one or both or JTJ/BJ loose from their club options we could lose one or both of them to rivals.

If they are playing well in form and they are good enough
You won’t be holding any player back they will force their way into the team it’s up to them

 

[carltonleach]

I know it’s not signing related but I just noticed how big all the tigers players are now, is this the same at all clubs or are the tigers players just really smashing the gym like never before!! Even blokes like Jacob liddle has arms like legs now?

 

[sleeve]

I know it’s not signing related but I just noticed how big all the tigers players are now, is this the same at all clubs or are the tigers players just really smashing the gym like never before!! Even blokes like Jacob liddle has arms like legs now?

Tigers i believe have the 3rd biggest pack in the comp shared with one other side,and looking at the bodies the new trainers know what their doing.

 

[carltonleach]

I know it’s not signing related but I just noticed how big all the tigers players are now, is this the same at all clubs or are the tigers players just really smashing the gym like never before!! Even blokes like Jacob liddle has arms like legs now?

Tigers i believe have the 3rd biggest pack in the comp shared with one other side,and looking at the bodies the new trainers know what their doing.

Completely agree, training them to become super human lol. It amazes me how much muscle they have stacked on!! Fingers crossed it helps on the field.

 

[pawsandclaws1]

Isaako showed plenty of promise in his debut year but has been ok since without being spectacular. Say his drop in form was from his fathers sickness and eventual death, combined with Sieboldgate I’m confident he can get back to that.

Upside - GK, FG (something we probably lack too), good finisher, wouldn’t be hugely priced off a couple average seasons.

Downside - potentially blocks AJ and Talau who by all reports are meant to be something special and unless we plan on cutting either one or both or JTJ/BJ loose from their club options we could lose one or both of them to rivals.

Think Talau and AJ both looked up to it without shining too bright. Potentially Madge wants a bit more.

I always like a young player to improve incrementally. Both Talau and Kepaoa imo have significant improvement in them. You could say that for all our young players which makes the future so exciting

As a separate issue, I understood Isaako lost his father. That would impact most human beings. I like him and he would be a great buy for WTs.

 

[Jedi_Tiger]

Dale Finucane ?

Throw the kitchen sink at him.

Haha I only just noticed he is off contract this year as well. Yep id take him in a heartbeat.

Solve our lock problem instantly.

In my opinion either him or Jake Turbo are the missing piece that would make us top 8 maybe top 4. Leadership, defence, mental toughness, will to win. All boxes ticked. ✅

Jake Trjobevic is a step up on Finucane ...he can ball play at or before the line ...that is a massive advantage


The only way he or his brother will ever leave Manly is if they get 2-3 years of the spoon.It is not a money thing with either of them

Yeah realize that ..was just putting it in perspective ....Jake is the best 13 in the comp along with Taumalolo

And we will probably never get within cooee of signing either


Ehhh you reckon? I'd take Murray or Radley over either of those two, and we are no chance of signing them aswell

Nah Jake has a huge set of kahunas ...he'd kill his entire family just to jump on a loose ball ....the other two are pretty boys

Mate radley plays 10kg above his weight. I've seen him drop Tapau front on and Tapau would have 15-20kgs on him easily

Agree on Jurbo but he looks lost without his bro...had a quiet season by his standards imo

Jake T definitely had a down year. Was ball playing too much which often didn't lead to much and his running game seemed less effective. Don't get me wrong he's a good player but there's quite a few better locks in the Nrl I reckon

He came off a serious injury and then lost his brother who compliments him very well

I thought the problem was he got really worked over defensively and his attack got blunted ..which when you take Tommy away as well didn't help .....throw in the fact we had a stop start season didn't help him

The main reason he struggled was because they lost there hooker api koroisau he is unbelievable at keeping the ruck guessing just look what he did for penrith

An uncommon opinion, but saw the ruck as WT attacking weakness this past season as well.

yeah that Harry Grant is pretty ordinary ....

 

[Tim Sheens]

Dale Finucane ?

Throw the kitchen sink at him.

Haha I only just noticed he is off contract this year as well. Yep id take him in a heartbeat.

Solve our lock problem instantly.

In my opinion either him or Jake Turbo are the missing piece that would make us top 8 maybe top 4. Leadership, defence, mental toughness, will to win. All boxes ticked. ✅

Jake Trjobevic is a step up on Finucane ...he can ball play at or before the line ...that is a massive advantage


The only way he or his brother will ever leave Manly is if they get 2-3 years of the spoon.It is not a money thing with either of them

Yeah realize that ..was just putting it in perspective ....Jake is the best 13 in the comp along with Taumalolo

And we will probably never get within cooee of signing either


Ehhh you reckon? I'd take Murray or Radley over either of those two, and we are no chance of signing them aswell

Nah Jake has a huge set of kahunas ...he'd kill his entire family just to jump on a loose ball ....the other two are pretty boys

Mate radley plays 10kg above his weight. I've seen him drop Tapau front on and Tapau would have 15-20kgs on him easily

Agree on Jurbo but he looks lost without his bro...had a quiet season by his standards imo

Jake T definitely had a down year. Was ball playing too much which often didn't lead to much and his running game seemed less effective. Don't get me wrong he's a good player but there's quite a few better locks in the Nrl I reckon

He came off a serious injury and then lost his brother who compliments him very well

I thought the problem was he got really worked over defensively and his attack got blunted ..which when you take Tommy away as well didn't help .....throw in the fact we had a stop start season didn't help him

The main reason he struggled was because they lost there hooker api koroisau he is unbelievable at keeping the ruck guessing just look what he did for penrith

An uncommon opinion, but saw the ruck as WT attacking weakness this past season as well.

yeah that Harry Grant is pretty ordinary ....

Geez, that's a bit harsh on a guy that works like a cattle dog.

 

[Cairnstigers]

@THE_POM is Ky Rodwell still training with us? Some good raps on him. Really not a fan of Docker_Clay. Was very ordinary in the SL and seems more like Pita Godinet signing which was terrible. Surely there is a better back up half 5/8 option out there?

Maybe that’s what the isaako signing is about . Mbye becomes the backup , with Laurie and madden . And Isaako serves as a backup for fullback and wing . Or starter on the wing . I don’t know . Seems like better roster balance if they are looking at it that way . Instead of guy who failed at CC cup and SL. Not saying he sux , as I’ve said before , anybody in a NRL or even SL squad is probably the best junior you ever saw in your age group growing up . But like you said . Surely there’s something better out there .

Maybe this is why Mbye has stood down as captain
This could make the possibility of him moving to Brisbane much smoother
Just a guess on my behalf
But if frees up a spot in the back line for Isaako and gives us another option for a kicker
Still leaves us room for a lock and or back rower