Brooks

[Tiger05]

I know it is early days but how good does he look. He just looks a class above any option we have had at 7 in years. He reads the play well and has a great passing and kicking game. He will get run over when he is defending but geez he is putting his body on the line as well.

Great to see when he was sent off that the crowd gave him a massive wrap.

I thought he was our best last night. Yes the forwards were unbelievable and they gave him space however he was quality.

 

[gronkathon]

A game like last nights will shape his character and make him a better player quicker

 

[super_coach]

Just good having a number seven that actually directs the team for the first time in living memory. No more nothing cross field runs,fluffy blind side raids every second play. Okay the forwards deserve a big rap, but with Farah playing a no9 role and Brooks playing a no7 role, we look like a quality football team

 

[macnaz]

He was left to play his own game which was great to see . He has plenty of ticker as well

 

[851]

He may well be the deciding factor in re-signing Teddy,we have some real good juniors coming through,hope they all stay together.

 

[ucantseeme]

Luke Brooks is playing well but I think the media need to pull back and stop the Andrew Johns comparisons. He has played 4 games. Take it slow.

Check out the cover of the new RLW if you doubt the hype, "once in a generation": https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?...02325688.23881.110919635615955&type=1&theater

 

[super_coach]

Luke Brooks is playing well but I think the media need to pull back and stop the Andrew Johns comparisons. He has played 4 games. Take it slow.

Check out the cover of the new RLW if you doubt the hype, "once in a generation": https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?...02325688.23881.110919635615955&type=1&theater

So right--I surprised the club have not put a media ban on him just to try and take a little pressure off him. On the other hand all the media stuff is great for the club,sponsors and potential sponsors . So far he seems okay with it, but I would like him to be off limits for six months and let him learn his trade at this level

 

[Dr Gonzo]

I hope he gives away the chip and chase... hasnt been a good option for anyone in years.. he tries it every game and just ends up giving possession over in the middle of the tackle count. Otherwise, awesome young player!

 

[bjm8]

I hope he gives away the chip and chase... hasnt been a good option for anyone in years.. he tries it every game and just ends up giving possession over in the middle of the tackle count. Otherwise, awesome young player!

That chip & chase for Tedesco against the Titans was ordinary.

 

[macnaz]

That chip & chase for Tedesco against the Titans was ordinary.

I think he means the solo ones .

 

[gronkathon]

In the right field position it is fine.

Putting it as an option in defenders minds all helps ask more questions then they can process efficiently in the long run

 

[Dr Gonzo]

I think he means the solo ones .

correct

 

[BrotherJim05]

Nah i'm a massive fan of the chip and chase. When it pays off its just so awesome to watch.

Has anyone else noticed that Brook's kicks just confuse the shit out of defenders? It almost looks like he goes to kick in one direction but screws up and it goes the other way. Even his bombs look like they are going up in one direction then accidentally start coming back in field and it completely muddles the defending fullback.
Obviously he is doing all this on purpose which is why I think it is 100% totally badass.

 

[Radical Rat]

I don't want to see any of Brooks' natural instincts stifled. The chip and chase is fine with me. He's already shown me enough in 4 first grade games to suggest he can balance out his creativity with good structured play (with minimal brain explosions along the way).

 

[N.C.]

Come on guys... I mean it's not like he's Benji Marshall or anything. Most of his chip kicks are even somewhere within the realm of regatherable...

 

[madunit]

Ie, in the field of play

 

[BuffaloRules]

I think Brooks had a mixed game tonight.

I thought he would have got more involved with Anasta off the field.

A couple of poor kicks in general play.

Blew a try that would have wrapped it up much sooner when he was too slow passing the ball to an unmarked Richards allowing the defender to knock the pass down.

Defence looks improved though.

 

[super_coach]

Had a poor first half, but was better in the second half. He missed his main target in Teddy

 

[TV Ted Ellery]

Brooks was poor in attack but he impressed in defence with a few big hits. I admire his courage. Hopefully his decision-making improves as the season progresses.

 

[Ghipo]

Not the best game by Brooks I think he really missed his partner in crime.