Re: Shopping list for 2024 : Mon Mar 20, 2023 11:33 pm  

People Nedd to forget about previous seasons, both Taylor and Griffin are now injury free, both started the season well.

Look at the market and players available, we aren't going to easily replace half the squad.

If there form continues then I'd offer them both one year deals, new coach, fresh start.

Some posters just can't let go of previous opinions.

Re: Shopping list for 2024 : Tue Mar 21, 2023 12:01 am  

Dave K. wrote:

People Nedd to forget about previous seasons, both Taylor and Griffin are now injury free, both started the season well.

Look at the market and players available, we aren't going to easily replace half the squad.

If there form continues then I'd offer them both one year deals, new coach, fresh start.

Some posters just can't let go of previous opinions.

Taylor been so good that he was dropped to the bench for Saints.He is making himself a laughing stock with the missed big hits he tries to do.Better display at Saints but needs to go.
Griffin is bang average and just filing a gaping hole we have in the second row which many of us highlighted as a real weak link with the departure of Mau.
To have 20 players off contract end of this season is really bad management and the club cant afford any more to be sentimental with senior players.
They need to go

Re: Shopping list for 2024 : Tue Mar 21, 2023 12:37 am  

bonaire wrote:

Taylor been so good that he was dropped to the bench for Saints.He is making himself a laughing stock with the missed big hits he tries to do.Better display at Saints but needs to go.
Griffin is bang average and just filing a gaping hole we have in the second row which many of us highlighted as a real weak link with the departure of Mau.
To have 20 players off contract end of this season is really bad management and the club cant afford any more to be sentimental with senior players.
They need to go

Player don't get dropped to the bench, they get dropped or are in the 17, just changing things up. It's a 17 man game and all of the 17 play an part. particularly with the forwards. Sometimes Satae is on the bench, sometimes Taylor.

Griffin and Savelio is decent backrow pairing, but they haven't played there, certainly need some more depth and quality, weak link is Lane at the moment. Let's be honest you will never give Griffin any credit, no matter what he does, you have something in your head and cannot get rid of it, probably need to see someone about it

Re: Shopping list for 2024 : Tue Mar 21, 2023 2:28 am  

I agree with Ellam regarding Savelio , I think we're better team with him in it .

Re: Shopping list for 2024 : Tue Mar 21, 2023 4:09 pm  

Anyone clued up on the nrl reserve league or nrl who can suggest some realistic Props or Second Rows?

I think a big emphasis will go on promoting youth, backed up by about 4 signings. Wouldnt suprise me to see Matty English, as well as 2 overseas signings possibly a loose forward and a second Row who pack a punch in attack and defense.

Re: Shopping list for 2024 : Tue Mar 21, 2023 4:21 pm  

Rocknrolla69er wrote:

Anyone clued up on the nrl reserve league or nrl who can suggest some realistic Props or Second Rows?

I think a big emphasis will go on promoting youth, backed up by about 4 signings. Wouldnt suprise me to see Matty English, as well as 2 overseas signings possibly a loose forward and a second Row who pack a punch in attack and defense.

Not English. He's just signed a contract extension at Huddersfield.

Re: Shopping list for 2024 : Tue Mar 21, 2023 4:58 pm  

I'd take a look at Owen Trout from Hudds since they've kept English. He's only 23. Had big raps at Leeds and has done well since moving to Hudds.

Jayden Berrell would be worth a shot too if we are looking for a new 9. Dominated the Q Cup in 2021 (I think) moved to the Sharks but hasn't really had a shot. Cronulla are really well covered at hooker. Had a very good year in the NSW Cup last season too.

He's too good for the aussie reserve grade, but just hasn't got a decent go in 1st grade.

Re: Shopping list for 2024 : Tue Mar 21, 2023 6:19 pm  

mwindass wrote:

I'd take a look at Owen Trout from Hudds since they've kept English. He's only 23. Had big raps at Leeds and has done well since moving to Hudds.

Jayden Berrell would be worth a shot too if we are looking for a new 9. Dominated the Q Cup in 2021 (I think) moved to the Sharks but hasn't really had a shot. Cronulla are really well covered at hooker. Had a very good year in the NSW Cup last season too.

He's too good for the aussie reserve grade, but just hasn't got a decent go in 1st grade.

Was it you who mentioned Amone would be a good signing? Any current reserve grade second rows or props worth a punt? I think Satae needs some help we need a busy prop who makes good consistent yards.

Re: Shopping list for 2024 : Tue Mar 21, 2023 6:29 pm  

Rocknrolla69er wrote:

Was it you who mentioned Amone would be a good signing? Any current reserve grade second rows or props worth a punt? I think Satae needs some help we need a busy prop who makes good consistent yards.

Yeah...... now he's playing really well for Leigh

Re: Shopping list for 2024 : Tue Mar 21, 2023 7:38 pm  

Oh to have Motu Tony back , he had a great eye for very good under the radar signings . The reserve game in Australia is littered with big bad South Sea Islanders but let’s be honest - at the moment why come to Hull to put yourself in the window? Got a better shot in the NSW Cup where they can attract potential suitors .