Munky
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That is the flip side.
Given how Api's back end of the season went. Guys like Mason or Smith would of played NSW Cup and we would see how they went.
Some of the guys we want in the side will effectively be jumping 2 grades
Sam Walker took to first grade amazingly well. IMO the Roosters did his career a disservice by continuing to play him when it was obvious to everyone his body in it's 2021 state couldn't handle the defence required in first grade especially against well coached teams who can set up the plays to work him over.
Allowing Kikau and NAS to isolate and trample him was not a great look given the damage it could to his already flimsy shoulders.
But what do I know, I'm just a clueless fan with no medical qualifications.