Rumoured & Confirmed Signings - Part 5

[Iamback]

And I know we've been discussing it for years, but everytime I see Jake Averillo play I get more convinced that he'd be a massive stud for us. Straight swap for Critta, at half the price.

He and Topine should of been who they built their team around

 

[age.s]

Averillo would be an unreal signing. Already very good with plenty of time for growth. Not sure he'll be an option though.

 

[age.s]

I dunno about Flanno Jr. He doesn't seem bad enough to be dumped by clubs in the way he has been, so I'd like to know what's going on with him behind the scenes.

 

[soc123_au]

I dunno about Flanno Jr. He doesn't seem bad enough to be dumped by clubs in the way he has been, so I'd like to know what's going on with him behind the scenes.

I think he is just the scapegoat at the Dogs. The Roosters dumping him is a little concerning and iirc had something to do with attitude. You would think he would be a bit more mature now though and keen for a chance to prove himself in a good setup.

 

[Copperhead]

I think he is just the scapegoat at the Dogs. The Roosters dumping him is a little concerning and iirc had something to do with attitude. You would think he would be a bit more mature now though and keen for a chance to prove himself in a good setup.

He doesn't run as a half, so I can't see him doing it as a hooker, and that's something we desperately need. That and clean service.

 

[soc123_au]

He doesn't run as a half, so I can't see him doing it as a hooker, and that's something we desperately need. That and clean service.

I think his lack of running game is over stated tbh. He runs it, just lacks confidence to know when. At 9 it's a bit easier, quick ptb, markers out of position = run. He isn't going to replicate Api, but I think there is enough there that he would be coachable.

 

[BossleyPanther]

I think his lack of running game is over stated tbh. He runs it, just lacks confidence to know when. At 9 it's a bit easier, quick ptb, markers out of position = run. He isn't going to replicate Api, but I think there is enough there that he would be coachable.

Can't believe I'm warming to this. Maybe sign of desperation in my half, but what the heck! Maybe something in it, though Egan should be tried 1st.

 

[John Hamblin]

Maybe a swap is on the cards?

Ryley Smith is STAYING at Panthers. Crap rumour!!

 

[Luke Bowden]

And I know we've been discussing it for years, but everytime I see Jake Averillo play I get more convinced that he'd be a massive stud for us. Straight swap for Critta, at half the price.

I’m still on board with signing him. Always been a fan. Great kid on and off the field

 

[The Realist]

I wonder if Ben Hunt would like to play Hooker? When Hook gets the punt, he has already said he isnt at all keen on restarting under someone else at the Dragons.. Dragons pay a bit of freight, we solve our 9 issue and he comes to a team with potential to win a premiership once again in the next few years.

Hmmmm that isn't a bad idea - a bit of a J.Wighton going on. Come to the Panthers to win a premiership at 1/2 your market value. He'd instantly solve the #9 problem.

 

[Iamback]

He doesn't run as a half, so I can't see him doing it as a hooker, and that's something we desperately need. That and clean service.

At 7 you need to time when you run.

At 9 he can just play eyes up footy

 

[soc123_au]

At 7 you need to time when you run.

At 9 he can just play eyes up footy

Prett much, only need to scan a 10 meter corridor around the ruck as well.

 

[ColdWetPanther]

At 7 you need to time when you run.

At 9 he can just play eyes up footy

To me Young Flanno doesn’t really seem to be an eyes up footballer; plays better in structure.

Maybe he would prove me wrong, and at 60k it is a gamble worth taking (even if just to play a few games of halfback during the Origin series).

 

[Chins get the wins]

It would probably be easier to build a time machine and go back to slap some sense into Ivan about keeping Api than getting Hunt in a 9 jersey.

 

[Iamback]

To me Young Flanno doesn’t really seem to be an eyes up footballer; plays better in structure.

Maybe he would prove me wrong, and at 60k it is a gamble worth taking (even if just to play a few games of halfback during the Origin series).

Even if so. Give the halves better ball and the odd kick puts us in a better spot as it isn't predictable

 

[Original Name]

I wonder if Ben Hunt would like to play Hooker? When Hook gets the punt, he has already said he isnt at all keen on restarting under someone else at the Dragons.. Dragons pay a bit of freight, we solve our 9 issue and he comes to a team with potential to win a premiership once again in the next few years.

He's publicly said multiple times after playing hooker post game when asked about this he considers himself a halfback which is a polite way of saying he isn't interested in playing hooker. I don't know why Dragons would pay freight to get rid of Hunt anyone more than we would pay freight to get rid of Cleary or Yeo.

And I know we've been discussing it for years, but everytime I see Jake Averillo play I get more convinced that he'd be a massive stud for us. Straight swap for Critta, at half the price.

What's the benefit for the Dogs. They get Crichton for 3/4ths of a year and lose Averillo for the next 12 years? Why would they do it?

 

[soc123_au]

He's publicly said multiple times after playing hooker post game when asked about this he considers himself a halfback which is a polite way of saying he isn't interested in playing hooker. I don't know why Dragons would pay freight to get rid of Hunt anyone more than we would pay freight to get rid of Cleary or Yeo.

What's the benefit for the Dogs. They get Crichton for 3/4ths of a year and lose Averillo for the next 12 years? Why would they do it?

I think its questionable if there a spot at the Dogs for Avarillo going forward. They cant seem to settle on a position for him, have a few decent prospects in the outside backs coming through and have Critta and Xerri signed for next year. He might get squeezed out.

 

[BossleyPanther]

I think its questionable if there a spot at the Dogs for Avarillo going forward. They cant seem to settle on a position for him, have a few decent prospects in the outside backs coming through and have Critta and Xerri signed for next year. He might get squeezed out.

Forgot they signed Xerri, that makes Crichton's signing even more strange. Would be great if we did pick up Averillo.

 

[soc123_au]

Forgot they signed Xerri, that makes Crichton's signing even more strange. Would be great if we did pick up Averillo.

No idea if we have even considered it tbh, or Flanno jnr for that matter. @Blade23 any idea if the club has given any thought into Avarillo as a Crichton replacement or Flanno Jnr as a 9?

Personally as much as I rate Avarillo, I think we are ok in the backs.

 

[snickers007]

What's the benefit for the Dogs. They get Crichton for 3/4ths of a year and lose Averillo for the next 12 years? Why would they do it?

I meant for next year. Sorry should have been clearer