McHunt
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- Aug 25, 2018
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Reality is every position is important, but some are more crucial. You would be better off asking: where can we save money?
Kevvie's masterstroke was bringing in his son on 240k, less than Cory Paix on 320k. Should the bloke who handles the ball most, controls the speed of play and potentially makes the most tackles be the best place to save money? Maybe. Or would you get better value from a veteran or rookie in the same role? The same applies to 14.
Prop is the most obvious place you shouldn't overspend, unless that player brings game winning muscle. Does Payne do that? Despite winning 5 Paul Morgan medals, many argue he still doesn't bring enough beast.
The sensible mix has a few veterans playing for peanuts, who can bring experience and smarts, but who you don't rely on for stamina. Then you need some Cup hardened rookies, who are a couple of years off being paid their potential.
And then you need your marquees, who you need to turn every game.
On that count, we haven't been getting sufficient value from Mam, Riki, Cobbo, and unfortunately, Reynolds. Rather than offload them, all these players are capable of more. If we get their potential we're in good shape.
