Signings, Suggestions & Rumours Discussion

[Buttface]

Just reading that rag the Tele & May said God will tell him when to return to Footy. Also said Tigers fav to sign him or still interested, take it for what its worth.

So basically they said nothing and charged money for that nothing.
It must be a great biz to be in.

 

[SeanT]

We definitely need a second rower, if not two. I know some will disagree but i don't think we need another prop as much as we need a lock.

If we were to get a good quality lock, Twal would move back to the front row. We have May who can play big minutes (ideally only 60mins a game) and Pole who can play decent minutes (should be around 50mins). Hunt and either Twal or Sione Fainu can cover the other 50mins between them. If Twal and Hunt are the bench rotation, that would leave Sione and Kit Laulilii out of the 17 and as depth. Adding another prop would block their pathway/opportunities. With the additional second rower, that would also allow Seyfarth to move back to the bench and cover prop if required. That's 7 players capable of playing in the prop position.

If we can get a couple of second rowers, lock AND a prop, thats great but we also don't want to block Sione and Kits pathway moving forward.

Yeah agree. Twal I can handle as a bench front rower. Does decent minutes and compliments Hunt well.

Definately need a lock. Both 2nd rowers need to do more. Fainu needs to start playing harder. Seyfarth just doesn't do anything in attack.

 

[hank37w]

I’ll be very disappointed if we do not sign Taylan May, on the field he is an absolute Gun.. the only thing that gives me hope that it is in the works is the absolute radio silence around it, which is indicative of How Richo and the club operate currently.. we could really use a centre with his talent and aggression ,, also hope Terrell is not disenchanted with us if it doesn’t happen !! 🤞

Maybe Terrell he needs to be more disenchanted with his brother if it doesn't happen.

 

[Tucker]

So now we have about 1.4 to spend on 2 players plus Galvin.

Thats not a great sign. We'll be needing to spend more than that.

 

[Tucker]

Even more bizarre when he’s already been dropped from the 17 a couple games in!!

We’ve been that talent baron in recent years we’ve blurred the lines between top 17, reserve grade and depth players…

We’d have to have a dozen top 30 spots taken by ordinary or below players already - crazy!!

He hasnt been dropped has he?
A contracted player returned from injury and took his place in the side.

 

[Tucker]

I'm gutted that it's looking very unlikely for Taylan to end up here.

I really thought it was a given.

His head space is obviously not right.
Probably dodged a bullet if so.

 

[das tigers]

Just reading that rag the Tele & May said God will tell him when to return to Footy. Also said Tigers fav to sign him or still interested, take it for what its worth.

I'm still hoping we pick up Taylan May. Seems unlikely the long it goes. We just look at bit stacked in
the backs now. I'd prefer to move a few on.... Interesting what happens with staines though maybe
for May.

We do need more NRL depth in the forwards on the edges but i wouldn't mind us having
a look at Adam Elliot too at lock. Richo has been pretty impressive shaping the roster. Curious
to see what he does with the remaining spots.

 

[Roar_Power]

Just reading that rag the Tele & May said God will tell him when to return to Footy. Also said Tigers fav to sign him or still interested, take it for what its worth.

Is the Forbes Ferrari making way for Taylan? Mmmm....

 

[Kelce68]

What a bizarre move when we’re already having depth issues… why waste a valuable top 30 spot on someone who could play NRL already?

I agree, it is odd, but it does open up a dev spot.

Maybe they've got somebody in mind for a development contract and think Sol would be better suited to Top 30.

But that's just spit balling.

 

[Kelce68]

I'd say this is to create room in the Development squad for Makasini when he turns 18 in July. We were already at a max 6 dev spots when Tristan Hope was upgraded.

My thinking too.

 

[Rock Hopper Steve]

Is the Forbes Ferrari making way for Taylan? Mmmm....

It's a puzzling situation not knowing what's going on with Staines, could be injured or on the way out for Taylan or some other left field signing.
One thing for sure we all hate being left in purgatory over the matter, hope something comes to light soon to clear things up.

 

[hodgo]

With no actual knowledge there is a possibility that the tigers have asked may to get footy ready. Go hit the gym get your fitness up etc and we will review in 6 weeks or something. He just might not be footy ready after such a long lay off

 

[pawsandclaws1]

I apologise if this article has already been posted but confirmation Faataape into top 30 for remainder of season.

MSN

 

[jrtiger]

club's done well with the Mapapalangi and Tu'itupou signings. both are big bodies with speed and strength that are an improvement on our current stocks below first grade. means we won't be relying on Feledy and Lobb should injuries persist.

 

[Muffstar]

Just reading that rag the Tele & May said God will tell him when to return to Footy. Also said Tigers fav to sign him or still interested, take it for what its worth.

Is God also known as Richo ?

 

[Rock Hopper Steve]

club's done well with the Mapapalangi and Tu'itupou signings. both are big bodies with speed and strength that are an improvement on our current stocks below first grade. means we won't be relying on Feledy and Lobb should injuries persist.

Could this be a sign that some top 30 backs are going to be tapped jr, sure smells like it.

 

[Buttface]

club's done well with the Mapapalangi and Tu'itupou signings. both are big bodies with speed and strength that are an improvement on our current stocks below first grade. means we won't be relying on Feledy and Lobb should injuries persist.

Are those two players a definite upgrade are they?

 

[Buttface]

Is God also known as Richo ?

In my footy bubble, yes.

 

[Rock Hopper Steve]

In my footy bubble, yes.

Sssh, lots of people out there with pins B waiting to jump into action and ruin your day.

 

[jrtiger]

Are those two players a definite upgrade are they?

not to the top 30, no, but if they perform then there's spots on the development roster that are available.