2017 And Beyond

[Coffs dragon]

http://www.theroar.com.au/2017/02/17/nrl-season-preview-st-george-illawarra-dragons-2/

Although we have a decent pack, this reporters view of our spine really wraps it all up......."terrible & one of the worst I've seen"

 

[ALSGI]

Thanks ALSGI, unfortunately I have to agree 100% with the summation of last year Just hope he has got it wrong for this year. So far McWreckers selections IMO arent helping our cause

Yes, let's hope he's way off the mark by the end of the year. Hopefully today's trial will be used as a trial and put McCrone / Lafai to bed.

 

[Crush]

That article is clearly written by a roosters supporter who was annoyed his team finished 15th last year.
Dragons won't finish 15th, we are better than that.

 

[possm]

Our spine was credited with being our main problem. So why not revise the spine and see if our attack improves.

Field / Dufty - speed and elusiveness with ability to pass.
Macdonald - tall, robust and able to take the high ball
Dugan - big, strong and can bust through the line
Milne - big, strong and can slice through the line
Nightingale - dependable
Mann - runs to the line, kicks well, good passing game
Widdop - let's see what he has to offer 2017
Vaughan - big, strong and aggressive
Havili - big, strong, good passing game and quick from dummy half
Ah Mau - when fit bends the line and a good middle defender
Thompson - can bust through the line and aggressive in defence
Frizell - one of the best second rowers in the game today
De Belin - a workhorse who needs to setup in 2017

Mosoe - when fit can be devastating in defence and attack
Sims - very aggressive in defence and attack
Host - young forward with a great future
Leilua - still has a bit to learn but showing signs of being a future star

Would be a good start.