2021 - Squad, Signings, Re-signings

[Como Connection]

I think that Griffin is beginning to sort the wheat from the muk now , so in season ‘22 the Dragons will have a very willing pack of forwards - no more slackers .

Who are the slackers on your opinion.
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[blacksafake]

junior / talatau looks likely as a centre or 5/8............signed on till end of 2023.........is he Normans replacement in 2022? or now?

Thanks for that Auntie.
He's certainly got some skills, especially against the junior teams. If he can bring that running game as well as solid defence to the nrl he'll be a beauty. Also looks like a team player unlike a lot of kids who are all for themselves.

 

[Gareth67]

Who are the slackers on your opinion.
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I believe that Josh Kerr could liven his game up more , he has been with the Dragons for an eternity yet still hasn’t quite hit his straps - how many more seasons before he does is anyone’s guess .

Simms performances are too hot and cold , he needs to step up and stamp his authority upon games. There is a big difference between the Simms whom arrived from Newcastle and the player at present .

Perhaps the man will shift up a cog with the return of JDB
, but with Molo arriving next season I believe that Griffin is looking towards a more mobile younger pack , one that has plenty of vigor and vitality about them .

 

[Forbes Creek Dragons]

I believe that Simms performances are too hot and cold , he needs to step up and stamp his authority upon games. There is a big difference between the Simms whom arrived from Newcastle and the player at present ?

Perhaps the man will shift up a cog with the return of JDB
, but with Molo arriving next season I believe that Griffin is looking towards a more younger pack , one that has plenty of vigor and vitality about them .

You mean our sole Origin rep?

 

[Gareth67]

You mean our sole Origin rep?

The one and the same , so he got selected for origin what of it ? Freddy Fittler always gets the very best from the players he has selected ,after all the man is undoubtedly one of the best coaches in the game ( )

The chances are Simms will play the footy he is capable off during origin and when he returns to his club , a good performance every now and then .

If the Dragons are serious about going forward in season 2022 then they require players that will give their all week in , week out .

If they played consistently as does Jack Bird , whom has only joined us this year , then their places would be assured.

 

[possm]

I think that Griffin is beginning to separate the wheat from the chaff now , so in season ‘22 the Dragons will have a very willing pack of forwards - no more slackers .

And as far as McGuires tackle having no intent I do agree , after all the halo on his head shines ever so brilliantly - as one would expect from a saint .

So which players do you think we are moving on? I think we all know a couple that are on their way or should be on their way.

 

[Forbes Creek Dragons]

The one and the same , so he got selected for origin what of it ? Freddy Fittler always gets the very best from the players he has selected ,after all the man is undoubtedly one of the best coaches in the game ( )

The chances are Simms will play the footy he is capable off during origin and when he returns to his club , a good performance every now and then .

If the Dragons are serious about going forward in season 2022 then they require players that will give their all week in , week out .

If they played consistently as does Jack Bird , whom has only joined us this year , then their places would be assured.

I think he’s been pretty good this year, there were at least two games he’s won man of the match and a handful where he did a really good job. Last year he was injured most of the year but prior to that he was a consistent beast.

 

[blacksafake]

I think he’s been pretty good this year, there were at least two games he’s won man of the match and a handful where he did a really good job. Last year he was injured most of the year but prior to that he was a consistent beast.

He can’t be accused of not having a go & as you say he’s been pretty good. Being injury free is a bonus.

 

[Gareth67]

I believe that Josh Kerr could liven his game up more , he has been with the Dragons for an eternity yet still hasn’t quite hit his straps - how many more seasons before he does is anyone’s guess .

Simms performances are too hot and cold , he needs to step up and stamp his authority upon games. There is a big difference between the Simms whom arrived from Newcastle and the player at present .

Perhaps the man will shift up a cog with the return of JDB
, but with Molo arriving next season I believe that Griffin is looking towards a more mobile younger pack , one that has

plenty of vigor and vitality about them .

Well talking about having egg all over ones face ! Simms played a great game tonight and I certainly did underestimate the mans value to the Dragons .

 

[st.phil]

whens Fui being signed back up?

 

[Como Connection]

whens Fui being signed back up?

Very soon I trust!
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[boardlumps62]

For those giving it to Sims hope he can play like that for us. Also can someone send Corey Norman a copy of that game to see he how a good 5/8 plays the game.

 

[Forbes Creek Dragons]

For those giving it to Sims hope he can play like that for us. Also can someone send Corey Norman a copy of that game to see he how a good 5/8 plays the game.

Norman has never had a game like that in his life and never will. He couldn’t have a game like that vs a reserve grade side let alone Origin. One of the great Origin debut’s of all time, Luai was immense.

 

[Twenty10]

I believe that Josh Kerr could liven his game up more , he has been with the Dragons for an eternity yet still hasn’t quite hit his straps - how many more seasons before he does is anyone’s guess .

Simms performances are too hot and cold , he needs to step up and stamp his authority upon games. There is a big difference between the Simms whom arrived from Newcastle and the player at present .

Perhaps the man will shift up a cog with the return of JDB
, but with Molo arriving next season I believe that Griffin is looking towards a more mobile younger pack , one that has plenty of vigor and vitality about them .

Kerr has been the greatest disappointment this year. Errors, no aggression… nothing. Really wasting his size and talent.

 

[Gareth67]

Kerr has been the greatest disappointment this year. Errors, no aggression… nothing. Really wasting his size and talent.

Unfortunately I must agree with you Twenty10, for his size I had expected more ooomph in his engine, more so considering he has played along side some very good forwards since he has been with the Dragons .

Still perhaps Griffin can help him along in his game and we may still see the best from him yet .

 

[Dragon David]

Kerr has been the greatest disappointment this year. Errors, no aggression… nothing. Really wasting his size and talent.

Talk about Matt Dufty! Has Kerr shown improvement in his game? For such a big lad he doesn't threaten the opposition much.

 

[possm]

whens Fui being signed back up?

In my opinion, our best back row is Sims, Bird, and De Belin. Our best centre pairing is Lomax and Max Feagai. So I'm not sure where Fue fits in and because he is off-contract, Hook has to decide if he wants him as a depth player or if he needs the cap instead.

 

[thebigredv]

In my opinion, our best back row is Sims, Bird, and De Belin. Our best centre pairing is Lomax and Max Feagai. So I'm not sure where Fue fits in and because he is off-contract, Hook has to decide if he wants him as a depth player or if he needs the cap instead.

Fui is a good bench player in our ideal team. I hope he stays on with us, deserves a pay rise but wouldn't be going crazy with the coin.

 

[Dragon David]

I'd like our next prop signing to be a beast. I'm sick to death of seeing other clubs state that they will play a beast prop here and a beast prop there. Why don't we? While our current crop of props are going ok and I mean ok, no-one can be classed as a beast.

We might even need a couple of beasts who have power, strength, running and off loading prowess to put fear into the opposition every game day!

 

[JubileeJeffro]

I'd like our next prop signing to be a beast. I'm sick to death of seeing other clubs state that they will play a beast prop here and a beast prop there. Why don't we? While our current crop of props are going ok and I mean ok, no-one can be classed as a beast.

We might even need a couple of beasts who have power, strength, running and off loading prowess to put fear into the opposition every game day!

ok, so which beast is available to satisfy your craving?