Rumours and Stuff

[Gronk]

He is (or was) above NRL average in terms of pure ability. But he hasn't put himself in a position to use it, and possibly never will. If he goes to a desperate club he'll continue to regress. If he goes as a 'depth signing' to a better club, or as cover for a long term injury he might just turn it around. The errors and hothead stuff can change as one gets older. Not saying they will.

I think that BA could get best out of him, but I don’t think a club can afford two expensive centres. It’s pretty obvious that Flanno is sending a message that he’s just not worth the cash and either needs to take a paycut or best of luck, champ.

 

[the phantom menace]

Wow re Johnson, that would potentially even this game up just a little bit...

 

[JokerEel]

Wow re Johnson, that would potentially even this game up just a little bit...

Bit of context

 

[the phantom menace]

If the other is paywalled:

Shaun Johnson in doubt for big Warriors match - but for good reason

The halfback is due to play his 200th NRL match for the Warriors.

ground.news

 

[Eelementary]

I think that BA could get best out of him, but I don’t think a club can afford two expensive centres. It’s pretty obvious that Flanno is sending a message that he’s just not worth the cash and either needs to take a paycut or best of luck, champ.

Also, Simonsson has been playing very well at centre, and for a fraction of Lomax's cost.

 

[eels_fan]

No Johnson would tip it back in our favour, especially if one of RCG & Paulo is overlooked

 

[Avenger]

A year ago I would have said yes but now I don’t think Lomax is the right fit for our team.

 

[Barry O'Speedwagon]

I think that BA could get best out of him, but I don’t think a club can afford two expensive centres. It’s pretty obvious that Flanno is sending a message that he’s just not worth the cash and either needs to take a paycut or best of luck, champ.

Yeh I wasn't suggesting us as a new home.

 

[TheRam]

He is (or was) above NRL average in terms of pure ability. But he hasn't put himself in a position to use it, and possibly never will. If he goes to a desperate club he'll continue to regress. If he goes as a 'depth signing' to a better club, or as cover for a long term injury he might just turn it around. The errors and hothead stuff can change as one gets older. Not saying they will.

Best thing he could do is go to the Storm on a largely reduced salary if he wants to resurrect his career. Just one year under Bellamy is worth more the 3 under most other coaches if you want to get all the sh*t out of your game.

 

[Poupou Escobar]

He is (or was) above NRL average in terms of pure ability. But he hasn't put himself in a position to use it, and possibly never will. If he goes to a desperate club he'll continue to regress. If he goes as a 'depth signing' to a better club, or as cover for a long term injury he might just turn it around. The errors and hothead stuff can change as one gets older. Not saying they will.

Lomax? He will be starting 13 wherever he goes. The only difference will be how much they pay him. He would absolutely kill it at a strong club, but if he is 100% motivated by money he will always end up at a weak club where his opportunities to shine will be outweighed by his opportunities to fail. Like Papali'i and probably any player.

 

[Chipmunk]

If I'm correct, Lomax has played his best football at right centre, and been pretty poor as a left centre. We don't need a player who can't play left centre, and we have a better right centre already.

 

[Pazza]

In a post dyl Mitch salary cap. Lomax seems like the kinda player we wouldn't look at.

 

[emjaycee]

Big, if true.

Paywalled - what's the reason?
*edit - don't bother. I read on and saw why.

 

[parra pete]

Seems like the Cameron Ciraldi legend may have been 'over stated"...

 

[the phantom menace]

Crikey, another cricket score!

It's a race to the bottom for the Tigers and Dogs.

 

[TheCrowe]

Crikey, another cricket score!

It's a race to the bottom for the Tigers and Dogs.

Bulldogs are going to provide competition for the spoon.
Its very exciting!

 

[the phantom menace]

Should be promotion and relegation, with the Jets and Bears a chance to take the spoon-getter's place!

(Interestingly, Bulldogs are currentjust in front of both in NSW Cup... so if we did have that, the Doggies reserve grade team could be promoted in place of their first grade team!)

 

[TheCrowe]

Rheed looks so happy to be a dog. Doesnt believe fans have the right to boo that performance.

 

[parra pete]

Seems like the Cameron Ciraldi legend may have been 'over stated"...

Bet the Tigers are ruing the fact that they missed out on Ciraldo - and signed Timmy. Could have saved themselves eight points...

 

[Barry O'Speedwagon]

Best thing he could do is go to the Storm on a largely reduced salary if he wants to resurrect his career. Just one year under Bellamy is worth more the 3 under most other coaches if you want to get all the sh*t out of your game.

Yes I agree.