Signings, Suggestions & Rumours Discussion

[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 ?

 

[cochise]

“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 ?

We got in trouble for not telling them.

 

[Vicious]

It's because Douehi is a human turnstile. He alongside Nofa and Toa are the worst defenders I've seen play first grade

Have you seen Turuva defend ?

 

[Telltails]

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?

Pretty sure if he wants to retain a FG position anywhere addressing his weaknesses in D will be a given..

 

[Buttface]

We got in trouble for not telling them.

I thought is was bcoz Fruit Pascals couldn’t keep his mouth shut?

 

[Buttface]

Have you seen Turuva defend ?

He’s the Great Wall compared to the other 3. They got more holes in their defence than a Charles Manson alibi.

 

[Merlot]

I was reading an article on Hunt.Dolphins v Bronco money.Good 2c that the nrl nominal fee still stands, but taken by surprise with the line, in the final year of their career a player can be paid off the salary cap as part of their transition to retirement.Still learning something every day

 

[Coastie_Tiger]

If we're one of the clubs looking at Cobbo, id probably want to hold my powder dry until we find out whats going on with May in March. If he's able to play i think i'd prefer him, tbh i think part of getting Terrel was contingent upon us being able to offer him something if he does become available.

 

[bptiger 0]

I see lodge is still looking for a club , think he would be a good pick up , might even be a good 13 has a great off load , and wood not break the bank

 

[JC99]

Either one of Cobbo or Staggs will become available... we should be chasing whoever comes onto the market

We have a massive weakness in the outside backs and Cobbo can cover every position. He's big, fast and strong and exactly what we need out there. Hope we are one of the 3 clubs.

 

[batboy]

Either one of Cobbo or Staggs will become available... we should be chasing whoever comes onto the market

We have a massive weakness in the outside backs and Cobbo can cover every position. He's big, fast and strong and exactly what we need out there. Hope we are one of the 3 clubs.

Staggs - Sure....

Cobbo, FK NO!!
Everyone has fallen in love with his potential (Shown rarely)

His attitude, Output and Price Tag are a complete joke.

 

[hammertime]

I thought is was bcoz Fruit Pascals couldn’t keep his mouth shut?

I think it was more that he actually signed a blooming contract and put it in a desk drawer. If it's just a handshake, it's a very different story.

 

[supercoach]

In 2025 AD is what every one wants in their roster. A cheap experienced versatile player. Okay he has issues in defence, but for a guy on a very modest contract he is good to have on the books. Sadly we need roster spots so he is probably the most likely to get a nibble. If we were paying him 500g it would be completely different. Okay unlikely to get in the first up 17 but when injuries and suspensions hit he is better than players we have used in the past on the same coin

 

[coivtny]

In 2025 AD is what every one wants in their roster. A cheap experienced versatile player. Okay he has issues in defence, but for a guy on a very modest contract he is good to have on the books. Sadly we need roster spots so he is probably the most likely to get a nibble. If we were paying him 500g it would be completely different. Okay unlikely to get in the first up 17 but when injuries and suspensions hit he is better than players we have used in the past on the same coin

I really don't understand this. If he can't tackle it doesn't matter how cheap he is, he'll lose you games.

 

[diedpretty]

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

There is a report saying they are going to get around the cap by offering him a job after football and thereby paying him less on the cap. Apparently can be done under NRL transition to retirement plan. Nothing to see here.

 

[Kaito]

There is a report saying they are going to get around the cap by offering him a job after football and thereby paying him less on the cap. Apparently can be done under NRL transition to retirement plan. Nothing to see here.

True, wasn't he on 800k or something as well?
signing potentially 4 way less than market value

 

[magpies forever]

There is a report saying they are going to get around the cap by offering him a job after football and thereby paying him less on the cap. Apparently can be done under NRL transition to retirement plan. Nothing to see here.

But here is the steel behind the NRL judgement- the afterwards job has to be at market rate. Apart from lip service now by club and player concerned, how can the NRL have any say over actual payments to a ex-player once retired? None.