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Thomas Costigan

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Was never good enough to play it, so now I just write about Rugby League.

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Just as you mentioned, given the Maroons are short on troops this year (especially the outside backs), I wouldn’t be surprised if Mann gets a call up. If Newcastle make a deep run into the finals, he could overtake Moses Mbye for that utility role

The Knights have finally found the final piece of their puzzle

Hey Paul – countless clubs in the past have had bad coaches where there whole game-plan has come under question. But I still don’t think those coaches have come under as much scrutiny as McGregor. Yes, the Dragons attacking flaws should fall back to the Coach, but when you have Norman, Hunt, Frizell, Sims – surely that’s when players stand up? If a game plan isn’t working, shouldn’t these rep players stand up and demand something more? Shouldn’t they show some effort, some desire and actually look like they want to win? Do I think McGregor is a good coach? No. But do I think some players have fallen under the radar? Definitely.

When will Dragons players cop some blame?

I think Freddy will be really good for the squad, as everyone loves him and he’ll restore that sense of pride in the jersey. He can be goofy and funny at times, but he’ll know when to draw the line and be serious come Origin time.

My fearless predictions for NRL season 2018

I think Panthers have a great squad otherwise. Campbell Gillard is coming off his best year and Maloney brings success wherever he goes, so that’s why I can see them scarping into the eight. Albeit, I still feel that Gus’ disappointment with Griffin will grow and he’ll hand highly regarded Cameron Ciraldo the reigns for the rest of the year.

My fearless predictions for NRL season 2018

Hey Nat, yeh that is true. I feel like Mannering has been carrying this team and the forward pack on his own. The problem is that they need some grunt and brut force up front like they had with Ruben Wiki. Also, I love Shaun Johnson as a player, but ever since James Maloney left he hasn’t had a quality half by his side for a consistent amount of time. Thomas Leuluai was good but didn’t really help Johnson’s development that much. Whereas, guys like Jeff Robson, Lolohea and Hingano have either been too young or too old to steer the team around the park. I thought Foran would be the perfect fit for Johnson but looks like his physical and mental health caught up with him again.

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