Ten predictions for NRL season 2024: Surprise Origin picks, coaching changes and the Eels return to finals football
Rugby League's crystal ball never fails to unearth surprises. Last season the big surprise was the Warriors with a top four finish and while…
I applaud the NRL for this initiative, albeit I suspect the underlying reason is to minimize concussions.
I believe it will become the norm and not the exception.
The mathematics behind a team implementing this tactic is overwhelmingly positive. It is not even close and will grow in popularity as coaches focus on the best implementation.
It will impact halfs and also Talent Identification and Recruitment as a tall athletic player who is good in the air has just gone up in market value.
NRL holds tight on rules - but adds one tweak to promote 'unpredictability of the game'