There is some suggestion South Sydney Rabbitohs halfback Adam Reynolds will appear in different colours in 2022.
It has been reported the club has offered him a one-year contract, however his management has rejected the offer and he is seeking a two-year or three-year deal to finish his career.
Reynolds is an outstanding player and is disappointed the Rabbitohs are only looking for a one-year extension to his contract after his service and current form. His age has been cited and the salary cap is a real factor in securing current stars and emerging talent at the Bunnies.
In Thursday night’s clash against the Canberra Raiders, Reynolds displayed outstanding talent and skills to take the Rabbitohs to seven wins on the trot. The Rabbitohs are seven from eight in 2021.
The 2012 Dally M rookie of the year is 30 years old and just like his counterpart Benji Marshall, he is not giving up and his statistics are evidence he is in the fight for the long haul.
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Against the spirited Raiders outfit he achieved over 400 kicking metres, kicked seven goals and was prominent in attack and defence. This is the picture of a class player regardless of who you support or his age.
It has been touted the star halfback is linked to the Sharks. It is also reported the South Sydney junior would take unders to stay at his local club. However he is in great demand.
Master coach Wayne Bennett has been linked to the Brisbane Broncos as a coaching director in 2022. This could be a strategic move and would take a lot of pressure off coach Kevin Walters.
As history has shown, Wayne Bennett, now 71 years old, likes to take certain players under his wing.
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For example he blooded Darius Boyd into first grade at the Broncos and won a premiership and then took the fullback to the Dragons where he won another premiership, then onto the Knights and then back to the Broncos.
There is surely a pattern and if Bennett was to return to the Broncos there is every chance he could poach a few elite players who would be proud to link up with the master coach.
The cap is a big determining factor, however the Broncos have room to negotiate as they will not re-sign Anthony Milford and have just lost Tom Dearden. This will free up enough money to go after a top-shelf half.
So even if Reynolds only has a couple of years of service left in him, he is still outstanding value – not to mention the effect he can have on fellow players and emerging talent like Tyson Gamble.
Will Bennett take Reynolds to Brisbane like he courted Boyd? It’s not out of the question. In fact it is very likely.
Watch this space.
Adz Sportz
Roar Guru
Bennett should cap off his legacy in the game by building the new Brisbane team. A. Reynolds takes up Souths 1-year extension, then joins Bennett as his halfback at the new franchise
Shadow
Roar Rookie
Bennett will join a new franchise in Brisbane before he will go back to the Broncos. Kevvie will only waste his airfare flying down to Sydney this week in an attempt to talk Reynolds into relocating his young family away from Sydney and any chance of success.
Emcie
Roar Guru
I don't disagree, but I'm not gonna be surprised if there are individual storm fans calling for Bellamy in that situation. Most Broncos supporters I know are well aware that Bennett is never going to be an option
andrew
Roar Rookie
You could say that about Bellamy and his time at the Storm. Hugely successful but there comes a time to move on. I'm sure the Broncos new CEO will headhunt his lieutenants. As the saying goes, you can't keep reheating soufleys.
Tony
Roar Guru
But are you feeling lucky! Punk?
Emcie
Roar Guru
You're not sure why a guy that coached the club for a very successful 24 years keeps getting brought up? It won't happen but I can see why some live in hope
Rellum
Roar Guru
Bennett means a proper clean out and setting up for the future. Reynolds is a short term bandage in hope the wound heals
Rellum
Roar Guru
I would rather Bennett. He would fix up the culture. But I cant see all thise guys sitting on those cushy, comfy boards seats getting out of them. But if Beny came he cleans up the jount, the team uses guys like Gamble and Scarlet in the halves until we can nab a Walker or Munster. Same for all the spots. I think the talent is there to push the top 8 once the effort required sinks in
Emcie
Roar Guru
You're missing the point Nat, the media hasn't shut he door yet
andrew
Roar Rookie
I don't get the obsession with some people wanting Bennett back at the Broncos. He's gone, finished, time to move on. New CEO starts at the Broncos today, new start, new broom through the joint, and forget about Bennett.
Big Mig
Roar Rookie
It wont happen, neither Bennett or Reynolds are that silly.
Nat
Roar Guru
Didn't Bennett shut the door on that a few weeks ago?
Emcie
Roar Guru
I meant which would you like to see
Rellum
Roar Guru
Neither
Emcie
Roar Guru
Which bit? Reynolds or Bennett? I reckon if Bennett were to magically come back we probably wouldn't need a Reynolds anyway
Gold Coast Bunny
Roar Rookie
No. Bennet is not Reynolds Father.
Rellum
Roar Guru
As much as I would like to see it, it wont happen.
Tony
Roar Guru
And the Broncos could probably come up with the white horse
andrew
Roar Rookie
Bennett's resemblance to Clint Eastwood definitely doesn't make my day Sports Lover.
The Sports Lover
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I watched Pale Rider recently, after seeing it for the first time at least 35 years ago. Gee, those 70s and 80s Westerns still have something to say. Classics. Come to think of it, Bennett’s lanky frame and stern countenance bears an uncanny resemblance to Clint at his finest.