JJ
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Yes, but I guess I’d wonder whether it’s possible to play 6 with Johnson and show much?You’re right, Metcalfe hasn’t shown any game other than his running game, passing is mediocre and kicking is average
Yes, but I guess I’d wonder whether it’s possible to play 6 with Johnson and show much?You’re right, Metcalfe hasn’t shown any game other than his running game, passing is mediocre and kicking is average
Metcalf never overcalls SJ. I guess that's intentional from the coach or Luke showing his respect to SJ. What we need to see is Luke to come out of his shell and be a little ballsy over call SJ. CHT has no issues doing that. TMM and Metcalf need to work on that.Yes, but I guess I’d wonder whether it’s possible to play 6 with Johnson and show much?
SJ didn't develop a complete halfback game until much later in his career. Metcalf still has the potential to be a number 7. CHT has a strong long kick, TMM excels in passing, and the juniors are still a bit inexperienced. Metcalf should be given a chance to prove himself, as injuries and SJ have hindered his development in that role.Metcalfe came through as a highly rated junior 7, I remember that from the fanfare when Manly signed him. A couple of seasons later Hasler had him playing fullback before he got released. Time at the sharks I seem to recall being a 6 or utility off the bench. He must be 25-26 now so just think maybe it’s a stretch for him to be an NRL 7 where he has barely played any of it for 6-7 years
I was wondering what you saw in his game to suggest you'd be happy to select him at 7 - based on his play. Not where he wants to play.Luke said he signed with the Warriors to play halfback, biding his time until SJ moves on. I wouldn't mind if SJ continues to mentor him post-retirement. Jett is still far from ready, so I don't see a better option than Metcalf. Where's Volkman at? He could be a useful option to explore.
You’d assume so, and he’s also not contracted to anybody and presumably living in AustraliaI assume Volkman's rehabing still?