Rumours.. Cronk agreed to terms a few months back. Pearce to 14 or shipped to Souths

[Bondicigar]

That’s easy to say, but what “world class centre and prop” are available for 2018? I think we all know that’s where the biggest holes are, but without someone to fill those spots then maybe Cronk for 1 year is the best improvement we can make.

Patience must be shown. A one season quick fix is not the answer. Nothing short of a premiership would be considered a success.
2 year deal or nothin imo

[Big Poppa Pump]

I'd say the weak capitulation in the big game only strengthened Nicks resolve to seal this deal.

There had to be casualties.

This . Whether Cooper Cronk is a Rooster in 2018 or not there must be consequences for the finish of 2017.

[rented tracksuit]

There is a good chance Steakface will be running the city to surf backwards covered in his own excrement while disembowling himself lol. Those were his own words if Cronk comes to the Roosters...

Looking forward to seeing that but I think he's a pretty safe bet of not needing to pay up.

[Bigchook]

Haven’t signed in for a while. Really glad I did. God I needed a laugh today. Cyas in 2018.

[Steakface]

I am hearing that the Roosters have 800k to spend still under the cap - don't know how true this is -If Cronk is signed does any player need to leave in that case??? - And if so which player(s)?? I am hearing that Cronk may play 5/8 and Pearce at half with Keary filling the utility role off the bench held this year by Watson(although Cronk's best position is half but he can play 5/8) - On a Parra fan site they are saying Napa maybe released to play for Parramatta as a result of a Cronk signing? -Even if they could sign Cronk the NRL would expect the Roosters to release a player or two as the other 15 teams and their supporters will be questioning how he could be fitted in under the cap

A few scenario's have been listed as possible ways the chooks could sign Cronk- Cronk a straight contract out of the salary cap budget/ Contract made up of salary cap and TPA payments/ Contract made up of Salary Cap and Coaching staff budget - (i.e Cronk signs on as a player and assistant coach (be hard for this to be passed by the NRL I suggest as other teams would want to do the same)

Do we need Cronk or should the Chooks be looking for another Front rower and centre of NRL standard though and or fast tracking players from the lower grades identified as NRL standard - I haven' seen the full NRL squad for 2018 to evaluate the depth in a number of positions

I know that Uncle Nick and the Board expected at least a Grand final appearance as a minimum and were not happy in losing another prelim final and considered it a failure for the club. Nick wants premierships not excuses or failures at the penultimate step - 3 prelim final defeats in 4 years- 2 when minor premiers and one as the second place team.



https://realsport101.com/news/sports...of-the-puzzle/

Everything you are 'hearing' is speculation, either from here, other fan forums or Twitter. Don't pretend to be an insider. None of the information you are regurgitating is coming from insiders either.

Rather than contributing to a 'Cronk fund', any cap money 'you are hearing' we have left over should be going to upgrades to Mitchell and Keary + sourcing another reliable meter eating prop. If Napa is booted, Robbo will want him replaced with another prop. You realise how skinny up front that would make our team? You can't just lose Napa/Guerra/Evans & replace them with Collins/Butcher/Vunackece in one foul swoop without an instant and possibly long term negative affect on our go forward ability.

Nick wants premierships

So what? Everyone wants fking premierships. I am sick to death of that ol' bullshit line of 'the Roosters play for premierships' or 'Uncle Nick wants premierships', as if it's unique to us. News flash : EVERY club plays for premierships.

[Arties Pie]

So use the money to upgrade JWH and Fergo’s contracts?

Lol, like they deserve upgrades.... NOT

[The Axe]

JuJu to 9 is my best case scenario, with Radley coming off the bench.
The Cronk rumour has definitely made this place interesting post season!

Is it still post season?

Cronk talk brings me to pre season

[The Axe]

I think a new acronym is called for. T.I.N. Trust in Nick

[Jacks Fur Coat]

I'd say the weak capitulation in the big game only strengthened Nicks resolve to seal this deal.

There had to be casualties.

[Waylander]

If its a 1 year deal forget it . Spend the money on a world class centre and prop.

That’s easy to say, but what “world class centre and prop” are available for 2018? I think we all know that’s where the biggest holes are, but without someone to fill those spots then maybe Cronk for 1 year is the best improvement we can make.

[The Sack]

1/ Teddy
6/ Keary
7/ Cronk
9/ Pearce

Would look great but will never happen. Plus if it was an option I can't see Pearce agreeing to not playing 7.

If Pearce had played a little hooker over the years and shown selectors his versatility, as Ben Hunt has done towards the end of year, he may have been in the World Cup squad. Instead, Hunt is in as he can cover for hooker as well. If Cronk comes across to the Roosters, I'd also move Pearce to hooker and find a place for Friend at either lock or move him on.

[ism22]

If its a 1 year deal forget it . Spend the money on a world class centre and prop.

So use the money to upgrade JWH and Fergo’s contracts?

[PeeGee]

If its a 1 year deal forget it . Spend the money on a world class centre and prop.

Maybe 2 props. Agree 100%.

The fact that we came second this year is a miracle.
The all round club performance, including chosen subs, in the prelim was disgraceful.
i was screaming for a prop and centre early in 2017. We got done in the end by a tougher and more committed team.
Cronk will not fix the cancer at our club on his own, that’s for sure.

[Bondicigar]

If its a 1 year deal forget it . Spend the money on a world class centre and prop.

[roosterproud]

no no no no no