Hunt has put the cue in the rack

[tommy]

I don't think it is :p

Well I thought I hit edit but Ive had 2.5 litres of cheap German Beer and a few scotchs too so maybe I did reply to myself.

 

[Rico]

I'm as pissed as most blokes that we didn't get up tonight too but on balance we didn't deserve it. The main reason I'll be glad to see hunt go is to bring an end to this sort or bullshit thread.

no one better to have a shot at with moga having a decent go tonight?

 

[Broncos Maestro]

Even though the likelihood this is a troll thread, there seems to be more than what we are seeing on the surface regarding Hunt.

He seems to be a player that is affected by external factors and cannot play well unless everything else is going well for him in life.

Have the Broncos every had such as Jekyll and Hyde player before??

 

[Alec]

He'll get more chances, but the clock needs to start ticking. He has been poor in the two games since his return. Needs to improve big time.

 

[Big Pete]

What a silly reaction.

Let's face it, whatever stance that has been formed on Ben Hunt was made well before this game. Most likely during the pre-season when he signed on with St George after an incredibly patchy season with the Broncos.

It was a typical Ben Hunt performance. A couple of quality plays, a couple of nothing plays and just long spurts wondering why he isn't taking more control of the team. It wasn't a new low and there was no lack of effort on the field, he simply isn't good enough unless the forward pack is on top and he can take it to the line.

Now a lot can happen moving forward and the right option maybe to drop him, but he deserves the rest of the Origin period to prove himself. If Ben Hunt can find form, it gives Brisbane the best shot of winning a premiership in 2017. If not, then it's time to get a head-start on 2018.

While there's issues in Ben Hunt's game, I feel he cops a lot of blame that should be directed at other members of the side and on staff as well.

 

[CaptainHook]

What a silly reaction.

Let's face it, whatever stance that has been formed on Ben Hunt was made well before this game. Most likely during the pre-season when he signed on with St George after an incredibly patchy season with the Broncos.

It was a typical Ben Hunt performance. A couple of quality plays, a couple of nothing plays and just long spurts wondering why he isn't taking more control of the team. It wasn't a new low and there was no lack of effort on the field, he simply isn't good enough unless the forward pack is on top and he can take it to the line.

Now a lot can happen moving forward and the right option maybe to drop him, but he deserves the rest of the Origin period to prove himself. If Ben Hunt can find form, it gives Brisbane the best shot of winning a premiership in 2017. If not, then it's time to get a head-start on 2018.

While there's issues in Ben Hunt's game, I feel he cops a lot of blame that should be directed at other members of the side and on staff as well.

I thought you said it best in the Live Game thread. The problem is inconsistency.

That is solely on Ben Hunt. It's gotten to the point around here where every kick, play and tackle is scrutinised and both sides of the debate use the latest one he does to say 'see - told ya so. I knew it all along'

IMO, that is all on him. Not the fans, the coach, his team mates, Origin etc. He is dreadfully inconsistent.

 

[Big Pete]

@CaptainHook - Sure, but when he's on song he's one of the most potent halves in the game.

I thought the OP was ridiculous, to accuse Hunt of phoning in his performances smells of sour grapes and really doesn't add anything when discussing Hunt's positives and negatives as a player.

 

[CaptainHook]

@CaptainHook - Sure, but when he's on song he's one of the most potent halves in the game.

I thought the OP was ridiculous, to accuse Hunt of phoning in his performances smells of sour grapes and really doesn't add anything when discussing Hunt's positives and negatives as a player.

Yeah for sure. I also don't agree at all that he isn't trying or is phoning in his performances.

That being said, I wouldn't be upset if tomorrow he announced he's starting with the Dragons effective immediately.

The thing is though he seems to need an awful lot to go his way to be on song. No Origin, a good forward pack, good outside backs, etc, etc.

Like a Josh Reynolds or a Cherry-Evans.

At what point do we start shining the light on him?

 

[Mr Fourex]

At what point do we start shining the light on him?

Yes....it's been a while between drinks.

I'd like to see 1-2 games with Milf in the side, but if Hunt is still stinking it up after that, he has to make way.

Marshall looks far more composed than Hunt.......and then there's Knik, too many other options to ignore.

 

[Big Pete]

The situation is very clear to me.

Bennett should give Hunt the next three games and make his assessment then and there. Depending on how Hunt plays, Bennett can either keep him on for the rest of the season or start fresh with a new halves combination in lieu of the Knights game coming off the bye/origin.

That's the ideal situation, who knows whether it will pan out that way with injuries and all the weird turns a Rugby League season can take.

There hasn't been a player under more pressure to perform than Ben Hunt. At least from the media and the Rugby League community at large.

 

[Mr Fourex]

The situation is very clear to me.

Bennett should give Hunt the next three games and make his assessment then and there.

Is it fair to judge him while we aren't at full strength....?

 

[deep impressions]

It's unfair to accuse Hunt of a lack of effort - he's definitely a trier and if anything he tries too hard and overplays his hand. However, the bottom line is his performances are not consistent enough for the Broncos to win tight games against the top sides. His kicking game is erratic at best and he doesn't step up at clutch moments. Benji displayed real class tonight and Knik sparked the team's attack during their winning stint with him as starting half.

Granted the Bronx had a difficult draw to open the year but they key point is they've lost more games than they've won with Hunt in the side. To me that casts serious doubt on the notion that Hunt in the side gives Brisbane the best shot of winning a premiership this year. Their attack looks better with either Knik or Benji in alongside Milf.

 

[Big Pete]

@Mr Fourex The Broncos should be at full-strength against Souths & Melbourne.

The only game I'd be prepared to cut the players some slack is the loss against the Warriors.

 

[Wolfie]

I dont think he has put the cue in the rack. All i see is that same player who was instrumental in us getting to the grand final but he has 2 problems for me. The first is i really dont think he has got over that dropped ball and penalty he gave away in the final that lead to their winning points, directly or indirectly ( if he doesnt give away the penalty, i doubt they score ). Secondly, i see a player who just hasnt built on that season and improved any part of his game. His running game is still there, but his kicking, game management and decision making are still poor.

Maybe the move and playing under a different coach with different structures is what can kick start him and improve him as a player. He might just need that change.

What i do see though is we looked a better side in the games he missed with Kodi at 7. I know the origin period hasn't helped, but Hunt hasnt really stepped up at all. I'd still give the bloke another 2-3 games to up his game or i think its fair we look to next year and blood Kodi.

 

[Smokin' Joe]

What a silly reaction.

Let's face it, whatever stance that has been formed on Ben Hunt was made well before this game. Most likely during the pre-season when he signed on with St George after an incredibly patchy season with the Broncos.

It was a typical Ben Hunt performance. A couple of quality plays, a couple of nothing plays and just long spurts wondering why he isn't taking more control of the team. It wasn't a new low and there was no lack of effort on the field, he simply isn't good enough unless the forward pack is on top and he can take it to the line.

Now a lot can happen moving forward and the right option maybe to drop him, but he deserves the rest of the Origin period to prove himself. If Ben Hunt can find form, it gives Brisbane the best shot of winning a premiership in 2017. If not, then it's time to get a head-start on 2018.

While there's issues in Ben Hunt's game, I feel he cops a lot of blame that should be directed at other members of the side and on staff as well.

Hit the nail on the head in one of your points @Big Pete

Forward pack going backwards/not winning the ruck = Hunt/Milf/Most halves being ineffective
Forward pack on the front foot and winning the ruck = Hunt/Milf/Most halves on fire

Our problem lies in our tempo and speed around the ruck. We lose almost every single play the ball.

 

[Unbreakable]

So apparently Klemmer wants a release from the Bulldogs..

I hate the bloke, but he'd make our forward pack elite. We just need someone who can bend the line and get a quick play the ball or offload, feels like we haven't had someone capable of doing that in years.

Maybe Lodge will be our Klemmer.

I agree that it's hard to blame our halves when we're constantly getting destroyed in the middle.

 

[Danoz Direct]

Hit the nail on the head in one of your points @Big Pete

Forward pack going backwards/not winning the ruck = Hunt/Milf/Most halves being ineffective
Forward pack on the front foot and winning the ruck = Hunt/Milf/Most halves on fire

Our problem lies in our tempo and speed around the ruck. We lose almost every single play the ball.

How do we rectify that in your opinion?

 

[Smokin' Joe]

How do we rectify that in your opinion?

Play like we did in the last 10. We need to play wider and with more ball movement. Late offloads etc.