Team v Newcastle - Yes, he's back!!!

[The Real King]

could be they're thinking about sammy not playing the full 80. that might be why the 17 includes both sandon and zdc at this stage

Sam won't/can't play 80.

[ism22]

That’s right, Jackaaaw Hastings is back for Newie — and somehow he’s pushing 30 like a bloke still borrowing his old man’s ute. Ready for a masterclass? Maybe… if it’s on how to run sideways and grow a beard to scare off puberty.

PS: What do Hastings and Walker have in common? They’re both kids playin’ grown-up footy, rockin’ the kinda beards that scream “please take me seriously, I swear I’ve done my RSA.”

[ism22]

A lot made by one on the dropped bombs against the Dogs on a windy, wet night trying to catch Burton bombs where the ball was coming down with snow on it.

Prior to that game Marky dropped one from 16 attempts and may have dropped one or two in the next couple of games. A bit of a long bow that he can't catch bombs.

Marky is one of the few wings in the game that can actually turn try scoring opportunities out of nothing with his stepping, incredible passing skills and kicks and has had plenty of success at that. A rare talent that we are blessed to have. An incredible find. Hopefully he re-signs for another 5 years.

Dom on the other hand can run fast. Meh

Marky is also on the Roosters Podcast this week for anyone interested.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/6fH5s7nCvRKpa1vFcBcCVL

Thanks for the link. It's a little bit cold but I'll be sure to have a listen tonight while walking the corgis around my stately neighbourhood.

Link didn't work but I presume it's Pearce and Carney's poddie as they were talking about having a Walker show ready for the fans.

Fair play to ’em — they’ve finally loosened up and stopped sounding like blokes reading footy stats off a bloody teleprompter. First few eps were stiffer than a schooner in the snow, but they’ve hit their stride now.

And credit where it’s due — they’re not floggin’ off multis disguised as “banter with the boys.” Too many other poddies these days are just betting ads with a laugh track, like TAB sponsored a yarn at the pub. At least Pearce and Carney seem to get that maybe pumping gambling to punters while talkin’ trauma isn’t the most ethical side hustle. They’re not saints, but at least they’re not Sunday school teachers tryin’ to sell ya a sportsbet login between confessions.

[Vasco]

That Newcastle team is NSW Cup standard at best the Roosters should absolutely belt the ever loving crap out of them which in my experience of watching this club for 30 years we will put in a majestic 60% completion rate, give away 10+ penalties, bomb 3 tries and lose 18-6

Don't be such a cynic.

That's exactly what will happen!

[ARD]

Sandon is a very effective utility whereas Hugo doesn’t seem as flexible or effective moving positions. Sandon at 14 would hurt the kids ego but it’s objectively the best and most selfless thing to do for the team - this week. Possibly this season too, because we are a better team with both Watson and Sandon in rotation.

2025 is a completely different story. Robson changes everything.

[SamKerrSimp]

Don't be such a cynic.

That's exactly what will happen!

The only thing I hate more than the Roosters playing off a bye is when they play a team they should smash lol at least NSW should smash that QLD rabble, right?

[Mickie Lane]

Nope the twat is you -as Warney somewhat said Marky can't catch - how many kicks can someone drop though and cost games - Dom crucified on here but Crickets for Mark "dropsy" Nawaqanitawase

Wake up

21 handling errors - dudes on here pick on Egan Butcher with 1 handling error - clueless

They both make mistakes like all of us but they're both good players King

[Mickie Lane]

I don't think Dom's leaving though? I see it as a test of loyalty if anything. Noting the Knights just sacked their coach so I wouldn't believe anything coming outta their recruitment team anyway.

If I were coach I'd be like mate you're on our books and they made you look stupid/childish when you were dropped for an Origin centre and a Wallabies winger (when that's totally not what you're about!!!) Whatcha gonna do about it? Here's your chance to show 'em who's boss!!!

Is that just in your head?
Where did you get that info from?

[Mickie Lane]

Wouldnt surprise me if the Knights win.
Another 50/50 game for me.

[Rooster36]

Wouldnt surprise me if the Knights win.
Another 50/50 game for me.

Trolling at it’s best

[Mickie Lane]

Trolling at it’s best

Hello mate, how are you?
I havnt heard from you lately its good to hear from you.

[ARD]

Thanks for the link. It's a little bit cold but I'll be sure to have a listen tonight while walking the corgis around my stately neighbourhood.

Link didn't work but I presume it's Pearce and Carney's poddie as they were talking about having a Walker show ready for the fans.

Fair play to ’em — they’ve finally loosened up and stopped sounding like blokes reading footy stats off a bloody teleprompter. First few eps were stiffer than a schooner in the snow, but they’ve hit their stride now.

And credit where it’s due — they’re not floggin’ off multis disguised as “banter with the boys.” Too many other poddies these days are just betting ads with a laugh track, like TAB sponsored a yarn at the pub. At least Pearce and Carney seem to get that maybe pumping gambling to punters while talkin’ trauma isn’t the most ethical side hustle. They’re not saints, but at least they’re not Sunday school teachers tryin’ to sell ya a sportsbet login between confessions.

If there’s a forum Point of Difference award, ism, id vote you in - always interesting posts if nothing else… Play on fella.

[ARD]

Wouldnt surprise me if the Knights win.
Another 50/50 game for me.

Newcastle in Newcastle can’t ever be taken lightly.

[Mickie Lane]

Newcastle in Newcastle can’t ever be taken lightly.

100% thats why I said it.
We've got 5 origin players out plus its Sammys first game back plus ex Rooster Hastings is back for them.
The bloke can play & will have a point to prove.
Now I just need Rooster36 to come on in with one of his riveting posts again.
I love ya Rooster36

[Bates]

I actually see Dom scoring a couple of tries, which will make it awkward when he’s with the Knights boys next week. What a funny game we follow that transfers like that are allowed to happen.

What happens if he does his ACL and we're stuck with him for another 12 months?

Surely he doesn't play!