Rumoured & Confirmed Signings - Part 5

[Black Magik]

Why does Spencer need to start? Aslong as he gets 40mins

He can't do 40 minutes at the moment!

We start him, he does the first 15-20 minutes are that's it. Maybe come on late in the game for a 5-10 minute bash.

 

[hindy111]

He can't do 40 minutes at the moment!

We start him, he does the first 15-20 minutes are that's it. Maybe come on late in the game for a 5-10 minute bash.

My thing is what does it matter if start or off bench if minutes are equal.
You also can't pay a guy 500k+ if he isn't pu ping out close to 50mins. 40 would be minimum

 

[martielang]

There's probably a bit of ego involved in being a starter v benchie. I completely get it tbh.

 

[Whino]

Mahoney gave 100% Oppostion just kept running big men at him knowing he is small

I though he was poor. TBH I didn't watch every Eels match.

 

[Buzzard Breath]

He can't do 40 minutes at the moment!

We start him, he does the first 15-20 minutes are that's it. Maybe come on late in the game for a 5-10 minute bash.

It is how he is used. His stamina is low because his role is to come off the bench and give as much energy as possible in short bursts after the opening sting has gone. Leave nothing out there.
In reggies when he starts he plays more controlled and lasts longer. I have seen him play 50-60 minutes in reserves. Obviously there is a step up in class and speed to FG.
I can't see why they can't find the right balance of aggression to grind more minutes out there. Aim for 20-25 minutes and build on that.

 

[Murraymob1]

Why does Spencer need to start? Aslong as he gets 40mins

He wants this .I think money wise there will not be a great difference .But Ciraldo being over there has been the trigger for a few of them .Fast track a few of the young kids and we are ready either way if he leaves or stays

 

[Original Name]

My thing is what does it matter if start or off bench if minutes are equal.
You also can't pay a guy 500k+ if he isn't pu ping out close to 50mins. 40 would be minimum

What motivates a guy to run at a brick wall when he's a kid who isn't getting paid. Most NRL players enjoy how physical League. The start is more physical and tougher period. You want to prove yourself there just like you'd want prove yourself in tough arenas like Origin.

It's that mentality most forwards have.

 

[hindy111]

What motivates a guy to run at a brick wall when he's a kid who isn't getting paid. Most NRL players enjoy how physical League. The start is more physical and tougher period. You want to prove yourself there just like you'd want prove yourself in tough arenas like Origin.

It's that mentality most forwards have.

Sure that is true but I just think aslong as gets the minutes it isn't a huge deal.
If stays there is nothing wrong with alternating him with Leota for the starting spot.

 

[Original Name]

Sure that is true but I just think aslong as gets the minutes it isn't a huge deal.
If stays there is nothing wrong with alternating him with Leota for the starting spot.

To the type of guy who wants to prove he's the the top dog, compete with and dominate the best props who are pretty much all starters I think it would matter if that's the reason you wanted to play the game in the first place. That's the type of competitiveness that drives these type of guys.

 

[GongPanther]

If you guys think that fair enough, can’t recall anyone saying that about him until now when he’s decided to leave the club though, funny how that works.

Critta held Penrith over a barrel in his last extension negotiations a few years ago.

 

[GongPanther]

I’d throw the kitchen sink at Leniu

Just let that sink in for a moment.

 

[GongPanther]

I think I'm going to enjoy a Bulldogs loss as much as a Penrith win this year.
Is that wrong?

I'd like to see the Dogs go well with the ex-Panther contingent. They were a part of our history, so I wish them well.

 

[Blues Riff]

I'd like to see the Dogs go well with the ex-Panther contingent. They were a part of our history, so I wish them well.

You might have a point.
..... nah fk'em.

 

[Blues Riff]

I think the thing that will shit me the most is a full season of "Crichton, Bulldogs bound in '24" everytime he touches the ball. It's like we only have these players on loan. Same with Api this last year with "Wests Tigers will be rubbing their hands together".

 

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[mxlegend99]

Good thing Ciraldo won't talk to anyone we want to keep. I'd hate to see how many we would lose otherwise

 

[globalpanther]

My gosh Pete can sit on the fence... @Blade23 what can you add? There aare a few fans on facebook replying to Pete stating otherwise...

 

[InSucToSivE]

I really hope his wrong.

 

[Blues Riff]

I know someone who spoke to him at the fan day. Said he hopes to stay. I trust my source. Spence, not so much.

 

[Aliceinwonderland]

Critta held Penrith over a barrel in his last extension negotiations a few years ago.

I could go back and dig out the tweets, If I could be bothered too. It was like pulling teeth.