Broncos Player Movement and Rumours 2020

[NYCDB]

Laybutt is an average Qld Cup player. Chudleigh should be great but his knees are cooked.

 

[Super Freak]

Why when already have someone?

We could use some more depth in that department.

Macca goes down, we have Turpin but who else do we have? We were forced to use Thaiday, McGuire and Glenn at hooker this year.

In saying that, I think we could do better than Chudleigh.

 

[Wolfie]

We could use some more depth in that department.

Macca goes down, we have Turpin but who else do we have? We were forced to use Thaiday, McGuire and Glenn at hooker this year.

In saying that, I think we could do better than Chudleigh.

I'd be having a look at Hugh Pratt from Redcliffe, who tbh has probably been better than Turpin for them. Harry Grant as well is another i'd have a pop at getting out of the Melbourne Storm. He is going to be stuck behind Cam Smith and Brandon Smith, might be worth a shot.

 

[upthebroncs]

Cameron Cullen.

Could cover halves and hooker.

I think he's a great player

 

[PerthBrissy987]

I'd be having a look at Hugh Pratt from Redcliffe, who tbh has probably been better than Turpin for them. Harry Grant as well is another i'd have a pop at getting out of the Melbourne Storm. He is going to be stuck behind Cam Smith and Brandon Smith, might be worth a shot.

Yeah Harry Grant looks the goods

 

[Wolfie]

Cameron Cullen.

Could cover halves and hooker.

I think he's a great player

In all honesty Cullen would offer no more than Knik.

 

[upthebroncs]

In all honesty Cullen would offer no more than Knik.

Agreed. Still better back up to Milf/Nikorima/Macca than what we had this year.

Cullen has NRL experience and is a former Bronco.

Not sure what Matt Parcell is up to these days but he was a gun. As underrated as Damien Cook once was.

 

[upthebroncs]

That’s a big call tbh. I like him, don’t get me wrong, he has an insane cut-out pass, but otherwise, I’m not so sure.

Cullen? Has a good running game too and can sneak in some forced line drop outs. He's also a good guy, would be nice to bring in someone naturally humble.

Would be able to sign him for bottom dollar considering he hasn't attracted a contract from any NRL side.

 

[Thelmus]

I wouldn't mind cullen on a base salary. I guess it depends on who gets left out for him though. I'd hate to see a repeat of the staggs situation with an up and comer missing out for him. He looks the dependable sort though. Still, I'd rather see a youngster blooded. Knik, SoS both look stronger in attack, though his defence would have to be better than knik (lets face it, the only player to compete with for missed tackles would be milford and his defence has improved this season).
Knik's gotten better too but has these brain-fades quite often, where he charges up into the line to cut off the attack and put himself in for an intercept. Its worked a few times, but it was always going to come unstuck at some stage and unfortunately, it was in a knockout final.
The halves defence is something that needs work in the pre-season.

 

[Bronco4life]

I wouldn't mind cullen on a base salary. I guess it depends on who gets left out for him though. I'd hate to see a repeat of the staggs situation with an up and comer missing out for him. He looks the dependable sort though. Still, I'd rather see a youngster blooded. Knik, SoS both look stronger in attack, though his defence would have to be better than knik (lets face it, the only player to compete with for missed tackles would be milford and his defence has improved this season).
Knik's gotten better too but has these brain-fades quite often, where he charges up into the line to cut off the attack and put himself in for an intercept. Its worked a few times, but it was always going to come unstuck at some stage and unfortunately, it was in a knockout final.
The halves defence is something that needs work in the pre-season.

Time to blood in our youth halves - Tana Boyd Corey Paix and even Sean O'sullivan. The first two have so much hype, Boyd is a constant rep player QLD and Australia (good game managment kicking and running game). Has a great combination with Fifita dating to Keebra Park SHS.

 

[Allo]

Time to blood in our youth halves - Tana Boyd Corey Paix and even Sean O'sullivan. The first two have so much hype, Boyd is a constant rep player QLD and Australia (good game managment kicking and running game). Has a great combination with Fifita dating to Keebra Park SHS.

Looks like DCE when he runs. I think it’s worth trialling SOS (obviously) and Tanah, and keeping the kids training with first grade. But these are still 18yo they’re playing against, so expectations need to stay tempered. I do hope that Wayne considers the depth halves seriously though. And depth hookers for that matter

People will say they need to get Qcup experience, and while that’s true, they’ll be in first grade sooner than later with all the retirements happening.

 

[Bronco4life]

Another link to Broncos youth coming through:
20 QLDers to watch for the future

www.qrl.com.au

Queensland's State of Origin team is currently undergoing a 'changing of the guard' period with long-term greats like Johnathan Thurston, Cameron Smith, Cooper Cronk and Billy Slater hanging up the boots.
This year saw the highly-anticipated debut of Kalyn Ponga in Maroon, along with other talented Queensland youngsters Jai Arrow and Felise Kaufusi.
The state has a plethora of young talent progressing through the ranks that could potentially one day step up.
Below is a list of Queensland youngsters to keep an eye on over the next few years, as they look to make a name for themselves in the NRL:
1. AJ BRIMSON
(HALVES, FULLBACK)
GOLD COAST TITANS / TWEED HEADS SEAGULLS
SUMMARY: Young playmaker who has represented Queensland at junior rep levels, and is now making a name for himself on the Gold Coast, teaming up with fellow Queensland emerging player Ash Taylor at the Titans. A versatile young player who is most dangerous when he is running the ball.

2. JAKE CLIFFORD
(HALVES, FULLBACK)
NORTHERN PRIDE / NORTH QUEENSLAND COWBOYS
SUMMARY: Regarded by Johnathan Thurston as the future of North Queensland Cowboys. Clifford has lead the 'total points scored' tally for the most part of the season in the Intrust Super Cup, and has recently stepped up to partner JT in the halves at the Cowboys. Recently starred for Queensland Under 20s, scoring two tries and winning the Man of the Match award (pictured).

3. David Fifita *******
(BACK ROW, FRONT ROW)
BRISBANE BRONCOS / SOUTHS LOGAN MAGPIES
SUMMARY: A star in the making, David Fifita is an 18-year-old wrecking ball, and is one of few players to have played Mal Meninga, Intrust Super Cup and NRL in the one season. Recently captained the Queensland 18s, and was selected to represent Queensland 20s, but withdrew due to NRL commitments. Watch this space.

4. COREY ALLAN
(FULLBACK)
BRISBANE BRONCOS / SOUTHS LOGAN MAGPIES
SUMMARY: Talented young fullback who is highly regarded by the Brisbane Broncos. Allan has represented Queensland and Australia at junior rep levels and was recently a part of the Queensland Under 20 side in their 30-12 victory over NSW. Allan is set to link up with former Queensland assistant coach Anthony Seibold next year, after recently signing a three-year deal with the South Sydney Rabbitohs.

5. TANAH BOYD ******
(HALVES)
BRISBANE BRONCOS / SOUTHS LOGAN MAGPIES
SUMMARY: 17-year-old Tanah Boyd is a young gun playmaker currently contracted to the Brisbane Broncos. Tanah has made a named for himself, representing both Australia and Queensland at junior rep levels. Boyd has forged a solid combination with fellow Brisbane Broncos contracted players David Fifita and Fanitesi Nui, after recently winning the Mal Meninga competition together with Souths Logan Magpies.

6. PAT CARRIGAN *****
(BACK ROW, FRONT ROW)
BRISBANE BRONCOS / WYNNUM MANLY SEAGULLS
SUMMARY: A talented young forward with a huge motor. Carrigan recently captained the winning Queensland Under 20s, and has been one of the standout forwards in the Intrust Super Cup in 2018.

7. REED MAHONEY
(HOOKER, BACK ROW)
PARRAMATTA EELS / WENTWORTHVILLE MAGPIES
SUMMARY: A dynamo hooker who is making a name for himself at Parramatta. Mahoney recently made his NRL debut at hooker for the Eels and has been impressive with his solid defence and crafty dummy half running game. Another player who was a part of the Queensland Under 20 side in 2018.

8. HARRY GRANT
(HOOKER)
MELBOURNE STORM / SUNSHINE COAST FALCONS
SUMMARY: A revelation in the Intrust Super Cup, in Season 2018 with the Sunshine Coast Falcons. Currently contracted to the Melbourne Storm, Grant has represented Queensland at junior rep levels and will be looking to lock down an NRL jersey at the Storm as Maroons great Cam Smith nears the end of his career.

9. TINO FA'ASUAMALEAUI
(BACK ROW, FRONT ROW)
EASTS TIGERS / MELBOURNE STORM
SUMMARY: Tino is a powerhouse young forward who has represented Queensland at junior levels and was recently part of the Queensland 18s and 20s sides.

10. LACHLAN LAM
(HALVES)
SYDNEY ROOSTERS / WYONG ROOS
SUMMARY: The son of former Queensland Maroons captain, and halfback Adrian Lam. Like his father, Lachlan is a talented half with a great kicking game. Having already represented PNG in the World Cup and Queensland at junior rep levels, it won't be long before we see Lam running around in the NRL.

11. GEHAMAT SHIBASAKI *****
(WING, CENTRE, FULLBACK)
BRISBANE BRONCOS / NORTHS DEVILS
SUMMARY: Like many others on this list, Shibasaki has represented Queensland for a number of years at junior rep level. In 2018, Shibasaki has played for the XXXX Queensland Residents and Queensland 20s and is on the cusp of an NRL debut with the Brisbane Broncos.

12. LACHLAN LEWIS
(HALVES)
CANTERBURY BULLDOGS
SUMMARY: Nephew of Queensland Maroons legend and the King, Wally Lewis. Lachlan recently debuted for the Canterbury Bulldogs, and has also represented Queensland at junior rep levels. A talented young halfback with a solid kicking game and is not afraid to take the line on.

13. ENARI TUALA
(CENTRE, WING & FULLBACK)
NORTH QUEENSLAND COWBOYS / NORTHERN PRIDE
SUMMARY: Currently looking to cement his spot in the North Queensland Cowboys backline. At only 19 years of age, Tuala has already represented Queensland at junior rep levels, and has been impressive in his first 10 NRL Games.

14. TRISTAN SAILOR
(WING)
ST GEORGE DRAGONS
SUMMARY: Son of former Maroons flyer Wendell Sailor. Tristan is a young Queensland speedster who has already represented Queensland at junior rep levels, and will be looking to progress into the NRL in the next few years.

15. LACHLAN TIMM
(FRONT ROW & LOCK)
MELBOURNE STORM / SUNSHINE COAST FALCONS
SUMMARY: Powerful young forward who is not far off an NRL debut for the Melbourne Storm. Currently playing for the Sunshine Coast Falcons in the Intrust Super Cup, and has represented Queensland at junior rep levels.

16. JAKE TURPIN ******
(HOOKER)
BRISBANE BRONCOS / REDCLIFFE DOLPHINS
SUMMARY: Another young Queensland hooker who is on the cusp of NRL. Previously made his NRL debut for the Brisbane Broncos in Round 17, and has been a solid performer for the Dolphins in the Intrust Super Cup.

17. BILLY WALTERS
(HALVES)
MELBOURNE STORM / EASTS TIGERS
SUMMARY: Son of former Maroons legend and current Maroons coach, Kevin Walters. A young half who is looking to progress into the NRL over the coming years. Walters has been a standout for Melbourne Storm feeder club, Easts Tigers and will be looking to take the next step and lock down an NRL jersey.

18. MURRAY TAULAGI
(CENTRE, WING, FULLBACK)
NORTH QUEENSLAND COWBOYS / NORTHERN PRIDE
SUMMARY: Talented young winger who is currently playing for the Northern Pride, in the Intrust Super Cup. Taulagi has represented Queenslandat junior rep levels and will be looking to transition into the NRL in the near future.

19. FANITESI NIU ******
(FULLBACK)
BRISBANE BRONCOS / SOUTHS LOGAN
SUMMARY: A freakish young talent coming through the Queensland junior system. Niu has represented QLD at junior rep levels and has formed a great partnership with fellow Queensland young gun Tanah Boyd. Watch for these two over the next few years as they look to force their way into the NRL.

20. CORY PAIX ******
(HALVES)
BRISBANE BRONCOS / NORTHS DEVILS
SUMMARY: Cory Paix is another young half whom Brisbane Broncos are grooming as part of their next generation. Paix has represented Queensland at junior levels, and is regarded by Darren Lockyer as one of the best young prospects coming through the system, along with fellow half Tanah Boyd.


 

[Bronco4life]

Looks like DCE when he runs. I think it’s worth trialling SOS (obviously) and Tanah, and keeping the kids training with first grade. But these are still 18yo they’re playing against, so expectations need to stay tempered. I do hope that Wayne considers the depth halves seriously though. And depth hookers for that matter

People will say they need to get Qcup experience, and while that’s true, they’ll be in first grade sooner than later with all the retirements happening.

Fifita went through the system at South Logan Magpies and got the call up due to injuries and we know how his turned out. Tanah led the Magpies with Fifita for the Maniga Under18s cup win and Aus vs NZ rep last year and has played 2 games for ISC for Magpies.

Really haven't seen much of Corey and SOS highlight, keep hearing SOS is the real deal but Roosters didn't fight to retain him[emoji57]

And Turpin needs more games, his a tackling machine with some speed could be our Cook version.....

 

[Allo]

Fifita went through the system at South Logan Magpies and got the call up due to injuries and we know how his turned out. Tanah led the Magpies with Fifita for the Maniga Under18s cup win and Aus vs NZ rep last year and has played 2 games for ISC for Magpies.

Really haven't seen much of Corey and SOS highlight, keep hearing SOS is the real deal but Roosters didn't fight to retain him[emoji57]

And Turpin needs more games, his a tackling machine with some speed could be our Cook version.....

I was going to mention Fifita, and he’s had a fantastic year. He does need to back it up though, and I’m confident he can. But he’s a forward. He tackles and takes hit ups. That’s the minimum expectation.

 

[Bronco4life]

Broncos need to bite the bullet and throw either Tanah or SOS in the team. Look at the cowboys throwing Jake Clifford in there and even Cleary at 18yrs old.

 

[Bronco4life]

I was going to mention Fifita, and he’s had a fantastic year. He does need to back it up though, and I’m confident he can. But he’s a forward. He tackles and takes hit ups. That’s the minimum expectation.

Broncos will have a team to be reckoned with for the next 5yrs with the youth in our forward pack and halves.

 

[Wolfie]

Fifita went through the system at South Logan Magpies and got the call up due to injuries and we know how his turned out. Tanah led the Magpies with Fifita for the Maniga Under18s cup win and Aus vs NZ rep last year and has played 2 games for ISC for Magpies.

Really haven't seen much of Corey and SOS highlight, keep hearing SOS is the real deal but Roosters didn't fight to retain him[emoji57]

And Turpin needs more games, his a tackling machine with some speed could be our Cook version.....

Dont think you can have seen much of Turpin, he plays nothing like Cook at all.

 

[upthebroncs]

Wasn't Fifita the one supposed to be marking Tariq Sims?

He'll be good coming off the bench next year, not ready to start despite his physical capabilities.