Quite right, b. But it also makes me wonder WTF the Tahs didn't snag a decent second-rower, or two.
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Quite right, b. But it also makes me wonder WTF the Tahs didn't snag a decent second-rower, or two.
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Peter Johnson (47)
Do we think there will be an exodus? Some players like Reid, Stirzaker & Hutchison have already moved on, others like Mafi and Parling will not be retained, plus Fainga'a and mayyybe Timani (hope not) have already said they are leaving.
Won't be a need for a post season exodus at this rate.
Won't be a need for a post season exodus at this rate.
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Michael Lynagh (62)
Already seeing that big exodus - McGregor gone, Hutchison gone plus the others whose names will escape me.
No space under the cap and maybe the players didn't want to go to NSW?
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Steve Williams (59)
Well they got Simmons...
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Stirling Mortlock (74)
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Jason Little (69)
And apparently didn't anticipate RA waiving the cap for this year to accommodate the suddenly surplus ex-Force players on the market. Of course, it really looks like only the Rebels had the foresight to see that coming.
And apparently didn't anticipate RA waiving the cap for this year to accommodate the suddenly surplus ex-Force players on the market. Of course, it really looks like only the Rebels had the foresight to see that coming.
Strangely, the timing seemed to be poor for most franchises to take advantage of that stroke of fortune.
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Tony Shaw (54)
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Steve Williams (59)
Ah right. Well, the at least at this stage with either Holloway or Hanigan able to partner Simmons in the 2nd row it really hasn’t turned out too badly. With Dempsey returning next year (and hopefully returning to form) the backrow will be stronger. Just missing a bruiser like Skelton or Palu to round out the pack.
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Arch Winning (36)
Since they got rid of Strirzaker, Lance, Hanson, Siliva, McGregor, Horwitz, Toolis, Reid, Fou and Shipperley, and now you can add Hutchison to the list, the Rebels are actually cap compliant.
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Jim Lenehan (48)
Why are people arguing about the cap; they're either over it and will be done, or not and will be fine. I'm definitely inclined to think the CFO will make sure it's the latter.
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Dick Tooth (41)
Off the topic somewhat, well done Tahs. I traveled down from Newcastle and the crowd was much bigger and enthusiastic than earlier in the season when I went. Kudos to coaches and players. Semi final spot secured for the first time since 2015. I'll be down next to see if they can secure a home final. They've achieved more than most expected this year
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Nathan Sharpe (72)
We are only into the quarters and will have to play a semi-final away from home.
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Jim Lenehan (48)
If you were looking to develop a younger player.
Clements and/or McTaggart, both class acts.
IMO both will make it to Supe sooner than later.
Unfortunately neither have body build of Taqele. Both good finishers and a ton of talent.
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John Solomon (38)
Not many do - I don't think we need to be fixated on a like-for- like replacement for Taqele who would certainly be a downgrade, let's just focus on recruiting a solid attacking winger.
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