So we've lost Kiks, and are probably 50/50 on losing Api as well.
That leaves a fair chunk of cash to throw around.
There are a fair few Hooker's off contract for 2023 - obviously you have Brandon Smith and Reed Mahoney as the elite options, but also Blayke Brailey too. I reckon we're gonna take a wait and see approach with this position, and see how Mitch Kenny and Sean O'Sullivan go, but if we do go to market, I reckon Freddy Lussick could to a job for a modest price. Especially if Smith goes to the Roosters, he'll be well down the pecking order (again).
In terms of Second Rowers, again I wouldn't be breaking the bank - but we should be looking at bringing back Billy Burns or Corey Harawira-Naera. Both real good gap runners, know the system, CHN in particular is still very close to alot of the polynesian boys.
Should still leave plenty of cash to upgrade Hopgood, Lindsay Smith, and either Kenny/O'Sullivan. If Tiny May has a big off season, I'd be looking to lock him up early before the other clubs get too much of a sniff and drive his price up.