Benny Hunt

[Qld Chook]

Be interesting what the NRL determines his contract value is as reportedly was on 950k at the Dragons - Hard to see the NRL allowing clubs to sign him for 600k as the Salary Cap Auditor can value his contract at 950k for salary cap purposes irrespective of what clubs pay him.

Reported that the Bulldogs , Dolphins , Roosters and Bronco's are interested in his services - not sure how the Bronco's could afford him unless they punt Mam. Bulldogs punted Addo-Carr who was on 500k but are also interested in May who would command around the same 500k

My understanding is yes the NRL needs to sign off on it to ensure he doesn't take massive unders but if it is a multi year deal on a lower value, it can be accepted (within reason). Also, if the club is smart they won't sign him until January, after his 8 week mandated break after rep duties. This way you can sign him for $660K, which actually equates to $800K / year (because the contract period starts November) which imo could be considered reasonable.

[Qld Chook]

The Broncos will be applying for dispensation for Mam who will be stood down by the NRL for some period of time pending his court case and outcome of the court case - They could well have the money to sign Hunt. - The Dragons received dispensation for De Belin for the period he was stood down by the NRL.

Does that mean Mam will be gone for the year?

Surely you can't give financial aid to a team to allow them to sign a Kangaroos player just for Mam to return mid or even late in the season.

[King Salvo]

Does that mean Mam will be gone for the year?

Surely you can't give financial aid to a team to allow them to sign a Kangaroos player just for Mam to return mid or even late in the season.

No report of the result of the second drug test, and the wheels of justice are slow moving, so anyone's guess when the case goes to court and how long it will take to be concluded. One assumes Mam would be subject to the NRL's No-Fault Stand Down Policy until the matter is resolved.

There will probably be some sort of compromise that the Bronco's could sign another player using this 800k of Mam's, and if Mam can return to play, he can only play Queensland Cup, not NRL in 2025.

[ism22]

> Mam failed a roadside drug test and Queensland police contend he was driving unlicensed during the head-on collision with an Uber driver in Brisbane on October 18. Mam has not been charged.

Meanwhile Sandon was sober, licensed and edging out of his carpark because a stupid truck was blocking the way. Some pedestrian was walking his dog on the road and 2 cars came screaming down, one crashing into Sandon... pushing him onto the pedestrian's foot.

Boom. Charged right away, here's your court date brother. No chance of the cops saying 'mate sorry about your foot but he's licensed, insured and was edging out at a slow speed [you shoulda been looking too!!!!]... it's bad luck. I can't really charge him with anything but I suggest you take all their details down and contact your insurance company as it should be covered'.

Mam? It's kinda academic whether his 2nd sample comes back dirty as he was driving without a license and had a head-on collision (probable reckless / negligent driving as he was possibly not on the correct side of the road at the time of the accident). Arrest him right a way, charge him with unlicensed driving + reckless/negligent driving (also charge him with failing a roadside test - can drop that later if his second sample's clean) and oh... no license means no insurance... AY! Call your insurance company and get their lawyers to give Mam + Broncos HQ a call. This was a traumatic experience, my car's gone, I've lost business as an Uber driver and oh no... ow me back! Gonna get myself checked out for whiplash.

Oh but what about the (minimal) impact this will have on the Broncos? Well... I heard that Hayne and Mortimer are available if you need help replacing Mam and Walsh

[HDTONE]

> edging out of his carpark because a stupid truck was blocking the way. Some pedestrian was walking his dog on the road and 2 cars came screaming down, one crashing into Sandon... pushing him onto the pedestrian's foot.

If thats how it went down hows that neg driving . You cant control some fool crashing you from behind.

[mightyrooster]

Every indication is Hunt wants to return to QLD. He’s been agitating the Merge for a release to do just that for over 12 months now.

[Thirteen]

Every indication is Hunt wants to return to QLD. He’s been agitating the Merge for a release to do just that for over 12 months now.

I think he’s been using the “I’m homesick” BS as an excuse to leave Saints. I reckon if the deal suited he’s stay in Sydney.

[Easts75]

He also has stated he wants to win a comp. We'd need to get him for two......because we aren't winning anything next year

[Fishwa]

I think he’s been using the “I’m homesick” BS as an excuse to leave Saints. I reckon if the deal suited he’s stay in Sydney.

if he did sign for a Sydney club - it would be one of the biggest 'F-you' to the Dragons..... would be pretty funny

[The Brain]

Never won anything as a leader and never will.

[Thirteen]

if he did sign for a Sydney club - it would be one of the biggest 'F-you' to the Dragons..... would be pretty funny

By the sound of it, he did tell them to get f****d when he walked out the door.

[HDTONE]

No inside knowledge but thinking if we've not moved on any player yet I don't reckon we will. That's sweet and next year is what it is.

Maybe the brains trust at Roosters HQ are happy and confident in who we got and I'll go with that.

BUT imo Nick being Nick might give Robbo 2 years.....then re evaluate the relationship like if we're on the up or if we're just being blitzed by the same suspects. That's not taking a shot a Robbo but you don't get to billionaire status by being Mr Nice Guy......just saying.

[Rooster36]

If thats how it went down hows that neg driving . You cant control some fool crashing you from behind.

You shouldn’t reverse if you can’t see …. I agree but it’s harsh it’s a horrible situation and feel for the pedestrian and Samson could happen to any of us …

[ism22]

Never won anything as a leader and never will.

Didn't he win a premiership for the Cowboys?

[ism22]

I heard the deal's off and we're closing in on a deal with Wishart :P

BTW for old mate's enjoyment, here's a photo of his dad's quads. Remember... it's not gay so long as you're just watching a game of footy.