Aliceinwonderland
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The out of respect part is surely a dig at the Dogs
Revenge a dish served cold. Yep it's a non subte dig at the dogs. Just letting them know who the kings of the west are. Brilliant.
The out of respect part is surely a dig at the Dogs
Anyone think that Blacker might eventually make a Kikau replacement? He's got the size.
In my opinion, Kikau is a once in every 10 year type of player; not sure there is anyone else in the game with his current mix of size, athleticism and skill. The closest in the game at the moment is TPJ, but the gap is huge.Anyone think that Blacker might eventually make a Kikau replacement? He's got the size.
we should go to Fiji and bring a few home. I have 2 spare bed roomsIn my opinion, Kikau is a once in every 10 year type of player; not sure there is anyone else in the game with his current mix of size, athleticism and skill. The closest in the game at the moment is TPJ, but the gap is huge.
We should never stop developing our players but trying to create another Kikau (I think) is futile; I would like to see us tweak what we do using the players we have available.
we should go to Fiji and bring a few home. I have 2 spare bed rooms
In my opinion, Kikau is a once in every 10 year type of player; not sure there is anyone else in the game with his current mix of size, athleticism and skill. The closest in the game at the moment is TPJ, but the gap is huge.
We should never stop developing our players but trying to create another Kikau (I think) is futile; I would like to see us tweak what we do using the players we have available.
I tend to think you are right about Burton.. I imagine Bennett would always have a plan B or C when it comes to marquee signings. Would love it if he joined the Dolphins and became the face of the new Franchise.I'd say Fafita who if in a good set up would be more explosive and I'd love to see Jim in a good club. Imagine Kikau at the Titans. Be average.
Shaun Lanes offloading is as good but his run game isn't close to Kikau. He is a plodder .
Kikaus the best attacking 2nd rower in comp.
He average 23 tackles, 96mtrs, has 4 line breaks and 11 line break assists.
Lane has same line breaks, 6 LBAS, averages 106mtrs, 29 tackles and a higher tackle efficiency in a side that has shit house defense.
Kikau in a poor defensive side would struggle a little.
What I see is a great system. And great side where everyone looks great. I highly doubt a lot of these players would look anywhere near as good in a shit side. You wear opponents down, they become tired, everyone looks better. Easier to damage the defensive line.
How he goes at the Dogs depends on how others go. They should have a fairly strong side.
I do hope Burton squeezes every drop out of the orange for 2024. I still beleive he will get offers of 1.1million once Nov 1 comes. I get a feeling he will be the Dolphins HUGE NAME. 5 mill for 4 yrs.
Roosters keary is one conclusion assy from retiring medically .Burton is a good fit for themI'd say Fafita who if in a good set up would be more explosive and I'd love to see Jim in a good club. Imagine Kikau at the Titans. Be average.
Shaun Lanes offloading is as good but his run game isn't close to Kikau. He is a plodder .
Kikaus the best attacking 2nd rower in comp.
He average 23 tackles, 96mtrs, has 4 line breaks and 11 line break assists.
Lane has same line breaks, 6 LBAS, averages 106mtrs, 29 tackles and a higher tackle efficiency in a side that has shit house defense.
Kikau in a poor defensive side would struggle a little.
What I see is a great system. And great side where everyone looks great. I highly doubt a lot of these players would look anywhere near as good in a shit side. You wear opponents down, they become tired, everyone looks better. Easier to damage the defensive line.
How he goes at the Dogs depends on how others go. They should have a fairly strong side.
I do hope Burton squeezes every drop out of the orange for 2024. I still beleive he will get offers of 1.1million once Nov 1 comes. I get a feeling he will be the Dolphins HUGE NAME. 5 mill for 4 yrs.
Not mobile enough, strictly a middle.Anyone think that Blacker might eventually make a Kikau replacement? He's got the size.
It’s a nothing statement, no dig at anybody. We’re above that. I’m sure other clubs use similar types of statements around mid season signings.Dunno about this - we've been using this kind of disclaimer for many, many years. I always thought it was a Gould mandate to be honest.
Roosters keary is one conclusion assy from retiring medically .Burton is a good fit for them
The Roosters will make a play for Matt Burton it is a given.They'd need to move Teddy. Sualii and Manu and the young halfback are 4 expensive players in the backline
I'll be honest and admit I'm pleased he is choosing to stay with Penrith. Do feel for the W/T fans and members. They will be devestated.
I assumed he would go to the Bulldogs
No they won’t, Gould and Politis have an arrangement.The Roosters will make a play for Matt Burton it is a given.
They won’t have to move anyone on, Luke Keary retiring will be enough for them to get the deal done.
Not the money you were suggesting but $800 a season maybe a little more.