Hutcho

[Andrew Walker]

Runs well & has the long boot. We need to stop expecting him to be a superstar. There’s a reason he’s a back up player. Does what he does well but has his limitations. I’m happy we have him.

No different to Anasta but at a 1/4 of the price. He tries really hard. Cant wait for that field goal moment

[roostersrule2]

Keary and Walker will be the best halves combo in the comp by the length of a straight.

1. Teddy
6. Keary
7. Walker
9. Verrills

Stupid amounts of speed and skill.

[dice]

Don't you think the opposition would heavily mark Keary and limit his impact in a game or maybe you think they will just allow him to run the ball at will. If your season hinges on one player then your not going to have a successful season one would say.

You only half understand the problem which is why you were pissed that we got rid of Flanagan. A good half threatens the line with their running game. That threat attracts defenders and hence creates space for those on the outside. If you don't have two decent running halves then the opposition will absolutely heavily mark the other half as you describe, and as what happened last year.

Think back to our successes over the years. It was always when we paired up good running halves (Carney, Maloney, Keary). Each time we paired with an impotent running half (Anasta, Hastings, Flanagan) we ended up underperforming.

[Johnny Brass]

Chooks would still win with Pearce at half in my view and well Flanno was hard done by and not the reason the Chooks were eliminated from last years finals - we don't know why Flanno was not extended - it could well be salary cap issues or if he was then Walker walks.

In my view they don't need to sign PJP with Verrills back and Lussick and Benny M and Lam if not playing 5/8 as alternate 14's

Can't agree with you on Flanagan Salvo, he didn't take the line on at all with any semblance of a running game , his kicking consisted of weak bombs and no confidence for repeat set grubbers in the in goal and he got driven back in defence.
Robbo lost all faith in him by midway through the season and thought Lam was a better option.
The dogs are realising now that Flanagan is a very average halfback and not up to NRL standard.
Walker has proved he's a far superior player in less than a handful of games, we pulled the right reign offloading flanno.

[Johnny Tobin]

1. Teddy
6. Keary
7. Walker
9. Verrills

Stupid amounts of speed and skill.

Add Rads as well to the mix because he plays like another half.

[Rooster1908]

You obviously have proven to have trouble understanding people's comments so if you re-read my comments about our chances I have always been one to say that we can win the comp this year but we will not win the comp with Hutch or Lam at 5/8. We have other options and Keighran is one of them. He has not been given his shot at 5/8 yet. He has not really had a shot anywhere because of his injuries.And prior to the announcement of TJ I would have hoped that Keighran was given his shot. It may surprise many but until he has a shot none of us know whether he will be a better option or not. TJ is another level imo but you again question Robbo's motives about signing another superstar. Based on history your opinion against Robbo's recruitment policy gives me great confidence that he has once again made the correct decision. Let's hope we get TJ so we can get on our way at giving the title another shot.

Mine had a lol , who's proven what .lighten up princess

[Thirteen]

1. Teddy
6. Keary
7. Walker
9. Verrills

Stupid amounts of speed and skill.

About as appealing as an orgy with the Victoria Secret models.

[BUDDY]

Mine had a lol , who's proven what .lighten up princess

For someone who non stop whinges about those who have a differing opinion to his and doesn't see the irony in his own comments then you need to lol a little bit more.

There you go. There is a poked tongue.

FFS

[The Axe]

Not super talented. Not expensive. Great enthusiasm. Gives 100%. Has errors and attracts bad luck in his plays like the ankle tap. You ride his successes and feel his letdowns. You’d want him next to you in the trenches.

I think eventually Manu will slot into 5/8 and take Hutch’s starting spot. I see Hutch being ideal off the bench because he can play 2nd row, halves and centre if need be.

Winning teams need good club men......event if he does test fans’ patience. An enigma

[King Salvo]

You only half understand the problem which is why you were pissed that we got rid of Flanagan. A good half threatens the line with their running game. That threat attracts defenders and hence creates space for those on the outside. If you don't have two decent running halves then the opposition will absolutely heavily mark the other half as you describe, and as what happened last year.

Think back to our successes over the years. It was always when we paired up good running halves (Carney, Maloney, Keary). Each time we paired with an impotent running half (Anasta, Hastings, Flanagan) we ended up underperforming.

There are organising halves and running halves - Flanno is an organising half .

Teams don't have two running halves as one is always more of an organsing half as it confuses the attack as who does the dummy half pass the ball to if both are running halves and each demanding the ball.- get in each others way and over play their hand in attack.

Two narrow finals defeats had naught to do with not having two running halves though or one not taking the line on - 28 unanswered points vs Penrith ( up 10 -0 and lose 29-28 ) and 16 unanswered points vs Raiders ( down 16 nil and lose 22-18) - defence cost those games - Raiders game Chooks had a number of opportunities in the second half but couldn't nail them.

[Snapn1]

Good player but is only there because injuries! LAM back an possibly TJ Hutchinson will be playing for the bears on standby for the rest of the season

[King Salvo]

Can't agree with you on Flanagan Salvo, he didn't take the line on at all with any semblance of a running game , his kicking consisted of weak bombs and no confidence for repeat set grubbers in the in goal and he got driven back in defence.
Robbo lost all faith in him by midway through the season and thought Lam was a better option.
The dogs are realising now that Flanagan is a very average halfback and not up to NRL standard.
Walker has proved he's a far superior player in less than a handful of games, we pulled the right reign offloading flanno.

Robbo was sick of Flanno snr ringing him i suggest for no extension - Robbo thought 3 more years of that - no thanks

[Rooster1908]

For someone who non stop whinges about those who have a differing opinion to his and doesn't see the irony in his own comments then you need to lol a little bit more.

There you go. There is a poked tongue.

FFS

Lol lol lol , there you go princess

[Vasco]

Haha, not gonna run at you Buddy but I think you are wrong about Lam.

If he can get in injury free run at his best position (6) we should see some real improvements. Has had no time or continuity there yet. Was our first choice this year don't forget, for a reason.

The only way I can see him getting another go in the no.6 jumper is if Hutcho is out injured or suspended.

Hutcho has the position for the season if his current form continues.

[Flipper Hands]

You should put it on repeat where he falls over 1m from the line against st George and the ball pops out hahahaha

To be fair, I have had a chuckle about that, even while at the game. And again rewatching at home.