I'd go the option that doesn't have Mann at 6 and Crossland at 14 personally. We've seen how much more dangerous the attack is with competent halves, Mann will be a handbrake every time the ball goes to his edge. Think Rivett's ability in attack is worth the risk over the alternatives.Too early for Rivett IMO. I'd go Mann at 6 and Crossland at 14.
I'd go the option that doesn't have Mann at 6 and Crossland at 14 personally. We've seen how much more dangerous the attack is with competent halves, Mann will be a handbrake every time the ball goes to his edge. Think Rivett's ability in attack is worth the risk over the alternatives.
Joey on Sunday footy show saying he only has 3rd hand knowledge but has heard Ponga had a great result (in Canada) and could play as early as this week.
Not arguing that it's what's going to happen, I'm saying that's what I would pick. AOB will obviously give his pets Crossland, Jones & Mann yet another chance to plod it up.
I didn’t know he was even back.No way Ponga will play this week...
Probably not, but if the doctors have cleared him then he'll be right to go. He's missed the mandatory 11 days, had a couple weeks off, won't have lost a lot of fitness.No way Ponga will play this week...
Not the most reliable source though. How much have they added to his salary this time? Is 1.7 Mil a year or 1.8?Telegraph saying he'll miss the next 2 games, hopeful of returning vs Cowboys. Meeting with a specialist in Newcastle this week for clearance.
He's fine at 13 or 14, you don't want him starting in the halves.. he just breaks down the attack, runs his players out of room or runs around in circles.Why does everyone hate Mann? He's only usually in the starting side because we have zero luck with injuries. Can't blame him for that. He's a great utility to have
I never doubt his enthusiasm or effort but he is not a natural ball player and inevitably he makes poor decisions as the pressure mounts. Just keep it simple Kurt and hang onto the ball.Kurt Mann is our saviour. We need him to stick around for as long as possible. He can play anywhere on the field. Probably our second best halfback too. In Mann we must trust.