What if SBW finished the season with us?

[ism22]

1 season only, if Toronto agree to pay out the rest of the season he signed up for then yes I can see him signing on 400K and with Radley, Verrils out already pretty sure we won't have to release anyone in order to put him on our roster for the remainder of the season.

The NRL won't object either as they want the publicity around SBW. If Greenturd was still in charge this would have being definitely voided with some political correctness surrounding it.

People would hate us but with Smith, Radley and Verrills out with ACLs, IMO there'd be a fair case for some sorta exemption.

[Snapn1]

Dont give a flaming fuk about other teams SBW at lock an that is all #3peat

[Smee]

Could we release one of our squad, pay them out in full, hire SBW for "very little now, and a lot next year" now on a back ended contract [like Dragons did with Gasnier in 2010], he medically retires end of season 2020, and we re-hire our released squad member next season?

I suspect Gasnier was paid more as the Merge's waterboy than what most of the 1st grade squad were paid for 2012/13/14.

[bondi.boy]

On ch9 new just now...4.25pm...segment featured SBW...that Dogs would welcome him back with open arms...Dogs player Thompson interviewed.

[kruT]

The Roosters also have a full squad - meaning someone would needed to be released (permanently) for us to take on any new players.

we would have to cut one of our squad members and pay them out in full (which counts for the salary cap) or have another team take one of our players (which would be probably only attractive for one our better up coming players eg Farmer, which is not a good deal for 2020 SBW or any other player they have on offer)

Garbage. Roosters have $400k left in the 2020 cap and the deadline for new signings isn't here yet..

[NorthChook]

Garbage. Roosters have $400k left in the 2020 cap and the deadline for new signings isn't here yet..

No, we have a full roster - NRL clubs can only register so many 1st grade players in their squad (I think it’s 25 with 5 development player contracts).

We have filled that capacity so we would need to release a player to have a spot available. This is beside the point we have reportedly $400k of cap available and the transfer deadline is extended - that’s all great but currently we don’t have a spot to fill unless we get rid of someone.

[King Salvo]

Not worth the hassle as he will have to go into quarantine for 2 weeks and no guarantee of getting a flight back here quickly plus time in negotiating a contract and will it be registered by the NRL - They will look at that closely in terms of what he would sign for - market value -wont be a loan situation as he is from a different league - NRL only allows loans between NRL clubs- be lucky to play 4 or so regular comp games as would take time to get fit for matches - sure available for finals - but need to go with what they have- be 35 soon in any case - 6 years out of the NRL/League

[King Salvo]

No, we have a full roster - NRL clubs can only register so many 1st grade players in their squad (I think it’s 25 with 5 development player contracts).

We have filled that capacity so we would need to release a player to have a spot available. This is beside the point we have reportedly $400k of cap available and the transfer deadline is extended - that’s all great but currently we don’t have a spot to fill unless we get rid of someone.

30 NRL players and 6 Development players

[The Marshall]

Not for me, we have moved on and SBW has declined.

[Mickie Lane]

If Nick & Robbo think its worth it we will get him if they dont we wont get him.
My original thinking was that he is not needed & that the Roosters have other players doing the job but after chatting with Thirteen I now think that it would be a good idea to get him. The guy is a one off fitness machine who inspires all around him & even if he just played every 2 or 3 weeks he would still bring that aura like he did in 2013-14. He would take up that leadership role that Cronk had over the last 2 years.
He could be the key to a 3peat.

[Arties Pie]

As much as I loved the time he spent here especially 2013 as he was great that year he is only a mere shadow of the player he was even then, Even super League looked a step too far for him so I imagine the rigors of the NRL are well and truly beyond him. I also seem to remember him saying that his body couldn't really cope with the rigors of League at the end of 2014 season and that was 6 years ago.

[ROC181]

Give him number 23. Can't wait for other fans to whinge!

[bondi.boy]

Not worth the hassle as he will have to go into quarantine for 2 weeks and no guarantee of getting a flight back here quickly plus time in negotiating a contract and will it be registered by the NRL - They will look at that closely in terms of what he would sign for - market value -wont be a loan situation as he is from a different league - NRL only allows loans between NRL clubs- be lucky to play 4 or so regular comp games as would take time to get fit for matches - sure available for finals - but need to go with what they have- be 35 soon in any case - 6 years out of the NRL/League

He said he struggled in 2014...as Arties Pie said...game is faster now.
But, he hasn't exactly been wearing himself out in the other comps.
We could probably psyche him up for the rest of the season.

ITWT.
(His job is safe, as his "win percentage" is good atm...must keep it high, and keep his playing roster of good winning quality).
SBW is an X factor player (2013).
This Sat's game against Warriors in pouring rain at Gosford...90% precipitation...will tell the story.
If we can get him, I would do it...he would boost the size of our team.
If he fails we've lost nothing.

[King Salvo]

As much as I loved the time he spent here especially 2013 as he was great that year he is only a mere shadow of the player he was even then, Even super League looked a step too far for him so I imagine the rigors of the NRL are well and truly beyond him. I also seem to remember him saying that his body couldn't really cope with the rigors of League at the end of 2014 season and that was 6 years ago.

Don't need the circus that will follow him either - who will he sign with/what will it be like playing with him if he sign's etc etc etc . players need to concentrate on the job at hand preparing for the Warriors this Saturday.

[King Salvo]

He said he struggled in 2014...game is faster now.
But, he hasn't exactly been wearing himself out in the other comps.
We could probably psyche him up for the rest of the season.

ITWT.
(His job is safe, as his "win percentage" is good atm...must keep it high, and keep his playing roster of good winning quality).
SBW is an X factor player (2013).
This Sat's game against Warriors in pouring rain at Gosford...90% precipitation...will tell the story.
If we can get him, I would do it...he would boost the size of our team.
If he fails we've lost nothing.

That's Sheepy Bro(Kiwi) weather too and will suit them to a T for an upset if the Chooks minds are not on the job and focused.