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There’s no doubting James Roberts is one of the most exciting players in rugby league. He holds the title of quickest man in the game, and has the strength to match that incredible speed.
But Roberts may be facing the axe for the third time in his career, after a drunken incident at a bar earlier in August.
The Brisbane Broncos have come out saying that while they are unwilling to let the 23-year-old go, they have prepared a report for the NRL integrity unit.
The Manly Warringah Sea Eagles are favourites to sign the troubled centre, in a move that would see retiring captain Jamie Lyon’s spot filled nicely.
While Roberts may be great to watch, his off-field behaviour is damaging his image, and ultimately his career.
On the 25th of July 2012, Roberts was released by the South Sydney Rabbitohs for breaching his player contract. He then moved onto Penrith, where on the 14th of March 2014, he was again released from his contract for off-field misbehaviour.
He had a successful two seasons with the Gold Coast Titans, where in 2015 he won the Dally M centre of the year award, before signing a two-year contract to play with Brisbane at the end of 2015.
If he is released by the Broncos, Roberts would surely find another club, whether it be Manly or any other team.
But is he really worth the trouble? His reputation off the field is beginning to put a shadow on his ability and talent on the field.
If I was head coach at an NRL club, I wouldn’t waste my time on him.
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