I think that we'll see a few of the lesser lights probably end up as the best buys.
1) Nathan Peats (Rabbitohs to Eels)- He's a f**king good player this kid, and was stuck behind Issac Luke. The eels are going from Matt Keating (the Bani of Hookers) to Peats. I think he improves the team immeasurably. He's a smart footballer too.
2) Martin Tapau (Bulldogs to Tigers)- He's not the Kasiano/Graham type prop, but he works hard. And that's what the tigers desperately need. Someone in the middle helping Farah out.
3) Tyrone Peachey (Sharks to Panthers)- Lots of class in this kid. Wouldn't mind betting that they're looking at him as an alternative 6.
4) Josh Starling (Rabbitohs to Manly)- He's got the attitude to fit right in at Manly. Was stuck behind some pretty decent players at souths but still got a few opportunities and played well when he got the shots.
5) Dunamis Lui (Broncos to Manly)- I'm a bit of a fan of this bloke. And Manly is the right place for him to be as well.
6) Chase Stanley (Dragons to Bulldogs)- Looks like a player who needs a few strong mentors. Enter Dezbollah.
7) Elijah Taylor (Warrior to Panthers)- Always been a big fan of this kid, and the only reason why he's not higher is I believe that they've paid top dollar for him.
8) Dylan Farrell (Rabbitohs to Dragons)- Farrell can play, no doubt. He was a little out of place at souths as their game plan was more focussed on a power game where as Farrell is more finesse, although he's got good size about him. I think Maguire also saw him more as a utility. The best thing the dragons can do is train him at centre and leave him there. Get him some early ball with room, and he'll return dividends.
9) Martin Kennedy (note- subject to not being exposed as a dirty drug cheat)- Kennedy would be no.1 on this list if he wasn't so injury prone. And injury prone he is. But when fit, can play and will give the broncos some much needed intimidation.
10) Kalifa Fai Fai Loa- I don't know what this kid did to upset Henry (and now Henry's at the titans as well, I know), but he can play football. Amazing athlete. If they can get him focussed, will be great for the titans.
I'll be more interested to see who people think will be the worst buys of the year. I actually believe that a few of the high profile guys are going to fall flat on their face...
