Rumoured & Confirmed Signings (2025 Season)

[Oldpanther86]

1. Burton coming home? unlikely but yes we take him - do we play Blaise as a 14 or in the centres? Im also not against Burton in the centres but he doesnt have Kikau inside him so im not convinced he will be as effective

2. we dont need Gus - its perfect timing for Gus to leave Canterbury now as the squad is in really good shape and performing - the Bears or PNG should be going after him - he is ruthless enough to get a good team together - but once he starts meddling when its in good shape is when things come undone - get the popcorn ready for Canterbury

3. If we cant find a spot for Jack in the team then its time to move him on - who fits the squad better now - Cole or Toelau?

Schneids should be moved on - but he will be the cheapest option of Cole & Toelau and is defensively better than both. Maybe he is a necessary burden for another 12 months whilst the Flegg guys eventually get promoted to Cup.

Keep Cole over Toelau easily. TT is like soni Luke in that he looks flashy so at first you fall for him but over time you see the flaws. Cole is a better defender and just more solid all round ran Schneider and TT other than possibly long kicking.

 

[Chins]

Cole is a better defender than Brad and its not close.

I was happy for Brad to be our backup until last week. That game against Newcastle is enough, no point playing him again

 

[age.s]

We can keep both. TT wouldn't cost much and seems fine as the 5th choice half in the squad. You're never going to get a superstar in that part of the squad. Schneider at first drop is a much bigger problem.

 

[Oldpanther86]

I was happy for Brad to be our backup until last week. That game against Newcastle is enough, no point playing him again

We have to frame this for people who say you can't change with times.

 

[Oldpanther86]

We can keep both. TT wouldn't cost much and seems fine as the 5th choice half in the squad. You're never going to get a superstar in that part of the squad. Schneider at first drop is a much bigger problem.

For sure just answering the question. TT is definitely fine filling the cup squad.

 

[Chins]

We have to frame this for people who say you can't change with times.

I'm a f**kwit but I'm honest

 

[Bred not Bought]

That's Hasset to me looked like a half decent prospect.
Mclean is going to be great just needs time.

I've said for a while L.Smith is a toiler. You missed JFH big time.

We need a mongrel in the pack for sure.

 

[Panfa]

Storm signed pulu from the titans 1 how can they afford him with that roster and 2 why didn't we grab a guy like that hes a monster.

 

[Goonji]

Braith giving Jack Cole a wrap on NRL 360 as a potential number 6 replacement at the Eels next year..thoughts?

Cole is a keeper, haven't seen his best yet. We've given worse players more opportunities.

 

[Goonji]

Lang on League: Why Panthers should pounce on Toby Sexton • The Western Weekender

Crazy or genius? Peter Lang declares Penrith should chase Bulldogs discard Toby Sexton.

westernweekender.com.au

 

[Oldpanther86]

Lang on League: Why Panthers should pounce on Toby Sexton • The Western Weekender

Crazy or genius? Peter Lang declares Penrith should chase Bulldogs discard Toby Sexton.

westernweekender.com.au

Not his idea but it might be worth a shout.

 

[Black Panther]

I would have, Cole, Toelau and Lamont over Sexton in the 6 or 7 everyday of the week.

 

[Chins]

Sexton would be far better off going to England than playing cup

 

[Fangs]

Would give us a bit of depth for 2026 alongside Toelau. Beyond that Sexton should eye off a deal with the Bears tbh.

 

[Bred not Bought]

Lang on League: Why Panthers should pounce on Toby Sexton • The Western Weekender

Crazy or genius? Peter Lang declares Penrith should chase Bulldogs discard Toby Sexton.

westernweekender.com.au

He would be better off going to the Tigers or ESL. I read his management were seeking close to $500k. That is too much for a reserve grade here.

Could Lamont be a back-up HB option next year?

 

[BossleyPanther]

1. Burton coming home? unlikely but yes we take him - do we play Blaise as a 14 or in the centres? Im also not against Burton in the centres but he doesnt have Kikau inside him so im not convinced he will be as effective

2. we dont need Gus - its perfect timing for Gus to leave Canterbury now as the squad is in really good shape and performing - the Bears or PNG should be going after him - he is ruthless enough to get a good team together - but once he starts meddling when its in good shape is when things come undone - get the popcorn ready for Canterbury

3. If we cant find a spot for Jack in the team then its time to move him on - who fits the squad better now - Cole or Toelau?

Schneids should be moved on - but he will be the cheapest option of Cole & Toelau and is defensively better than both. Maybe he is a necessary burden for another 12 months whilst the Flegg guys eventually get promoted to Cup.

I don't want to see Brad again. Cole would be a good Centre, but a better 14. Ivan really needs to show what he is made of or he will be remembered as the "Steven Bradbury" of NRL coaches. I like Ivan, but sometimes I wish he showed passion/animated like Ricky Stuart or Craig Bellamy.

 

[John Hamblin]

I don't want to see Brad again. Cole would be a good Centre, but a better 14. Ivan really needs to show what he is made of or he will be remembered as the "Steven Bradbury" of NRL coaches. I like Ivan, but sometimes I wish he showed passion/animated like Ricky Stuart or Craig Bellamy.

I heard a good nickname a while back MUDGUARD shiny on top and shit underneath. Does anyone think this applies to BS?

 

[BossleyPanther]

I heard a good nickname a while back MUDGUARD shiny on top and shit underneath. Does anyone think this applies to BS?

Which part?

 

[Roosters rule]

MUDGUARD shiny on top and shit underneath. Does anyone think this applies to BS?

Applies to Chad Townsend.

 

[BossleyPanther]

Applies to Chad Townsend.

He was good at Cronulla