Queensland Reds 2024

[RebelYell]

PVL said last year they'd start targeting saffas... Bahahahaha - oh the inflated view that game has of itself. What would cause a saffa to play Jail rugby in some pissant corner of the world.....

$$$ and lifestyle

 

[Marce]

LOL, which one of you Reds nutters is doing this?

I'm thinking either @Jimmy_Crouch or @Adam84

Absolute gales of laughter either way

Is this guy on the forum?

 

[Marce]

Force would be the most likely target. They are short on outside backs, and the guy who SHOULD be playing fullback, is an import (tiatia)

That would be massive

 

[Kevinsons]

Wonder how genuine the Dragons interest is? He's a Centre and unproven in their game so wouldn't command huge money. My guess would be 400-500k if he went over. Dragons have a stink on them at the moment and have been missing on everyone. They wanted Joey Manu and missed. They also wanted JS and missed.

Haven't the NRL proposed salary cap exemptions for signings from other football Codes? I wonder how that might inflate the $$$. You would think JP would be the type of potential signing it was designed for.

 

[Red Twist]

Is this guy on the forum?

It's not you?

 

[Coleman Rees]

Reds 12 and 13 from the weekend are their best centres.

 

[dru]

Reds 12 and 13 from the weekend are their best centres.

Ah, they were last weekend, sure (obvious). Hunter Paisami will slot straight back at 12 when he returns in my opinion. Josh Flook is another step up though - a complete lock on the #13 - I don't think 'm in a minority to suggest big wraps on the guy.

 

[Mug Punter]

Our centre depth is outrageous - where does everyone think O'Connor will play when he returns?

 

[Derpus]

Our centre depth is outrageous - where does everyone think O'Connor will play when he returns?

Running drinks.

 

[SouthernX]

Our centre depth is outrageous - where does everyone think O'Connor will play when he returns?

I would have said start of year he is the utility off the bench but HMP has been playing great in the 1A & 1B flyhalf pairing of Lynagh/HMP.

after Issac Henry performance on Saturday. When Paisami & Petaia return - I’d have Henry somewhere in the mixer but ultimately could be left out if LK wants to go forward orientated bench split.

 

[liquor box]

Our centre depth is outrageous - where does everyone think O'Connor will play when he returns?

assistant coach running drinks to the younger players

 

[Red Twist]

Ah, they were last weekend, sure (obvious). Hunter Paisami will slot straight back at 12 when he returns in my opinion. Josh Flook is another step up though - a complete lock on the #13 - I don't think 'm in a minority to suggest big wraps on the guy.

He's getting better and better, has a very rounded game. Very good balance.

 

[capalaba]

I wouldn't be surprised if Hodgman makes the Wallabies.

 

[LeCheese]

I wouldn't be surprised if Hodgman makes the Wallabies.

Boy do I have some unfortunate news for you

Edit: Turns out I have some news for myself and he is in fact Wallabies eligible - missed that one

 

[Mr Pilfer]

There are plenty of wingers going around, let these guys go and spend the money on forwards as that is where the game is won. Start recruiting South African and Argentinian tightheads

 

[upthereds#!]

He's 29 so still in his prime. Since he's already there I could see him trying to get another deal in Japan and set yourself up for good.

Yeh for sure, he isnt going to go from 1.5 down to a point where the force and RA can actually table a competitive offer.

 

[Strewthcobber]

There are plenty of wingers going around, let these guys go and spend the money on forwards as that is where the game is won. Start recruiting South African and Argentinian tightheads

How about we start with a Fijian and Samoa/NZ front row?

 

[TSR]

We’ve got a current Wallaby tightheads who is still young and one of the best up coming young props already in our system. There always needs to be a production line but I don’t think that’s our position of immediate need

 

[The Ghost of Raelene]

Australia is producing good young Props over the last few years. De Luttis (Reds), Barrett (Tahs), Alatini (Brums), Pearce (Force) are just a few that will filter/already have with Pearce into Super Rugby over the next few seasons.

They take time to develop so plugging holes can be required but overall it's not a position of concern IMO. Hooker is one we lack elite depth though.

 

[Derpus]

Australia is producing good young Props over the last few years. De Luttis (Reds), Barrett (Tahs), Alatini (Brums), Pearce (Force) are just a few that will filter/already have with Pearce into Super Rugby over the next few seasons.

They take time to develop so plugging holes can be required but overall it's not a position of concern IMO. Hooker is one we lack elite depth though.

Throwing the ball in a straight line really does seem beyond us.