Signings, Suggestions & Rumours Discussion

[The Chad]

I just can't agree with this, he has extremely poor defensive reads and for a big guy gets bumped off one on one far too easily. When he does get beaten he flatly refuses to turn around and chase and just jogs along slowly in the background, there is zero urgency from him.

There are many times tries are scored after a break due to his lack of effort getting back into the defensive line.

This has been an issue for a long time, he talks a good game but just doesn't have the commitment and desire for NRL level.

That's a fair assessment too.

I don't remember this being an issue prior to 2024, at least not at the level we have now.

I still believe better players around poor defenders, with an emphasis of removing the hero-ball mentality, would disguise the issue.

It's not as if every club has 17 great defenders on the field at any one time. You just can't have 5 guys manning one side of the field all playing different defensive reads, as it often feels like.

 

[cochise]

That's a fair assessment too.

I don't remember this being an issue prior to 2024, at least not at the level we have now.

I still believe better players around poor defenders, with an emphasis of removing the hero-ball mentality, would disguise the issue.

It's not as if every club has 17 great defenders on the field at any one time. You just can't have 5 guys manning one side of the field all playing different defensive reads, as it often feels like.

It's been a pet peeve of mine for a while lol. We played Canberra a couple of years ago and was beaten on about the 20 as Canberra did a shift from their own half. He really good have chased hard and possibly helped save a try but just didn't put in the effort.

I can cop guys missing tackle or getting a read wrong, I don't like when they don't chase to fix that error.

 

[palms]

The inability for Douehi to set up his outside man, or even think about passing in general, is also another major fault with his play.

 

[851]

I get the feeling we have completely moved on. Richo's comments to me sounded like we were planning on signing one of Horsburgh or Hetherington and they both agreed at different points in time. But the clubs bailed and we got May instead. I think the chase was only ever after 1 middle and the media might have beat it up to think we were signing more. I would expect Sione Fainu is now the next priority for a Top 30 contract.

Wouldn’t it be funny if we have moved on, now Madge needs the cap space for Hunt and we say no too late. Hetherington will be one unhappy camper, and that isn’t good for team morale. I hope the Broncos crash and burn

 

[weststigerman]

It’s up to Doueihi to change people’s opinion of him.

His lateral defence was not good enough in the centres this year. Was that to do with his injury? No idea, maybe he’ll be better next year, maybe he never will.

If he’s doing medicals with the Dragons you’d think he’s on the way out eventually.

 

[Buttface]

Ciraldo maybe isn't the be all and end all of coaches that some people make him out to be.

He better not yawn, Gus will think he needs a rest.
I will love the gus sacking Cam interview.
🥤

 

[Tcat]

Not just any speedster.

Tommy T.

I think there is a bias against Doueihi- not completely undeserved- on this forum, where his failings get exaggerated & his abilities overlooked.

Is he a poor defender? Yes. But, so was every member of the side he defended on. I don't remember the board going into meltdown over his defence 2-3 years ago.

His metres-per-game AFTER returning from his 3rd knee injury are superior to every other centre option we played.

Not sure what side Luai/Galvin will defend. But, if Doueihi plays on the side that has Luai, Bird & Turuva, I expect his defensive failings will not be as highlighted. If Bird is playing #13, then Seyfarth or Bateman are out that side- both are good defensive players as well.

Our poor 2024 defence wasn't due to 1 bad defender. It was a collective of terrible defensive reads & players feeling like they had to produce heroics to save the day.

Put it this way- Doueihi's WORST defensive plays were running between attacking players hoping for an intercept. When he stayed in line- he was an effective defender. The club needs to remove the hero-play in defdefence

My biggest issue with AD are his injuries, which are just bad luck. The bloke just can't stay on the field and it's a terrible return on investment.

 

[Telltails]

AD may benefit from having competition for FG. Any delusions he had about being our main man are well and truly gone, and there will be no place for him without significant improvement in his attitude to addressing his weaknesses.

 

[Buttface]

There are at least 3 Sydney based teams showing interest in Cobb .. ?? who wants to play with fullback or centres .. ?? U have gotta reckon 2 of those clubs are the Rorters and the Dogs .. would we be the 3rd club .. anyone want him here to play in the centres .. ??

Nope. He makes a good winger. Where’s he gunna go mud crabbing in Campbelltown? Same reason I won’t live there.
Staggs is their centre I want.

 

[jadtiger]

AD may benefit from having competition for FG. Any delusions he had about being our main man are well and truly gone, and there will be no place for him without significant improvement in his attitude to addressing his weaknesses.

That is the best case scenario,however is he prepared to attempt to do so or just take the easy way out and sign elsewhere?

 

[cochise]

That is the best case scenario,however is he prepared to attempt to do so or just take the easy way out and sign elsewhere?

Option 2

 

[batboy]

I just can't agree with this, he has extremely poor defensive reads and for a big guy gets bumped off one on one far too easily. When he does get beaten he flatly refuses to turn around and chase and just jogs along slowly in the background, there is zero urgency from him.

There are many times tries are scored after a break due to his lack of effort getting back into the defensive line.

This has been an issue for a long time, he talks a good game but just doesn't have the commitment and desire for NRL level.

Then follows it up with mutilple press conferences stating how much he hates defending.
EVERY opposition player knows he hates getting in front, And only turns up when we're on the front foot.
Could be one of the best Lock / Backrowers in the game - Just doesn't want it enough...

 

[GNR4LIFE]

There are at least 3 Sydney based teams showing interest in Cobb .. ?? who wants to play with fullback or centres .. ?? U have gotta reckon 2 of those clubs are the Rorters and the Dogs .. would we be the 3rd club .. anyone want him here to play in the centres .. ??

Sharks maybe.

 

[gregjm87]

It's been a pet peeve of mine for a while lol. We played Canberra a couple of years ago and was beaten on about the 20 as Canberra did a shift from their own half. He really good have chased hard and possibly helped save a try but just didn't put in the effort.

I can cop guys missing tackle or getting a read wrong, I don't like when they don't chase to fix that error.

Likewise. It used to annoy me to no end when commentators and half this forum would bang on about him being our best player back in 2021. Even then his defensive commitment/effort just wasn't there. In attack, which he got all his praise for, his highlight reel was good but he was selfish with the ball.

 

[GCfan]

It’s up to Doueihi to change people’s opinion of him.

His lateral defence was not good enough in the centres this year. Was that to do with his injury? No idea, maybe he’ll be better next year, maybe he never will.

If he’s doing medicals with the Dragons you’d think he’s on the way out eventually.

I didn’t realise Douehi was doing medivals with the Dragons. I’d only heard of Ilias

 

[king_sirro]

Then follows it up with mutilple press conferences stating how much he hates defending.
EVERY opposition player knows he hates getting in front, And only turns up when we're on the front foot.
Could be one of the best Lock / Backrowers in the game - Just doesn't want it enough...

I've never heard him say he hates defending. He clearly does, but I've never heard him say it, let alone multiple times in press conferences.

 

[cochise]

Then follows it up with mutilple press conferences stating how much he hates defending.
EVERY opposition player knows he hates getting in front, And only turns up when we're on the front foot.
Could be one of the best Lock / Backrowers in the game - Just doesn't want it enough...

Would be a great 13 in attack, but just won't put in the work in defence.

 

[batboy]

I've never heard him say he hates defending. He clearly does, but I've never heard him say it, let alone multiple times in press conferences.

They exist - I'd find them for you if I could be bothered....

 

[cochise]

I'd find them for you if I could be bothered

Sounds like AD in defence.

 

[Tigerwould]

Yes Broncos now in the box seat for Hunt but they need to make room in their cap so may be forced to release Kobe Hetherington

“The Brisbane Broncos have reportedly offered Ben Hunt a job after his football career in a last-ditch attempt to lure him home. And crucially, it means they might not have to pay him as much to get the deal over the line”

Didn’t we get in trouble with the NRL doing this with Farrah ?