i really think the long tenure of our player and the lack of threat of moving on has a lot to do with this malaise hey
I agree.
There's no quick fix here.
We were a top 4 side 2 years ago. But a player reaches the end of his career quicker than he plans.
JT great example.
I think Fitzy has a few guys who have peaked in their game. Also dont think Fitzy or his crew are the type to improve a guys game or develop skills like Ciraldo and Taylor are doing. Like Ciraldo did with cleary and a host of young pennies 6 or 7 years ago. Like Kristen Wolf is doing with katoa the young half. Like Bellamy does with any player of any age who walks into his club, even guys at the end of their careers.
We are a team on the slide for all to see.
And Fitz has spoken to them about defence for 3 years. About playing for 80 mins for 3 years. He's had his honesty session.
He still cannot get certain guys to follow basic RL instincts.
He is now at the point where he has to change things up. Even if it means 2 or 3 back to reggies to freshen up and show him they want another chance.
If he sends this mob out again in 2 weeks he deserves to get smacked.
But what we need first up is a tougher halfback. A guy with balls. A winner.
Do we have one?
Maybe the least looking candidate is that guy. Brayley.
I reckon if Hynes doesn't play against Dolphins we see a totally different side right across the park.
Is there any evidence to that?
Yep. Only last year.