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Thanks DCE. What would you do if you were me. My prefered three reserves is Jake, Taupau and Teddy. But I could play Havili as a reserve which would eliminate an EA nightmare if Jake doesn’t play. If Jake does play and I have played Havili then Taupau would miss out unless Teddy was confirmed out before the Manly game but I think Teddy will play. Which way woould you go. Others feel free to comment.
Given you’re in the Top 10 ATM, Pool Man, I’m a little loath to give you advice. So please take this advice with a grain of salt. I have those 4 players you mention, but am leaving out Havili. If you want to negate the Jurbo risk, you could play Havili and bench Taupau. Interestingly, some injury news on Taupau below:-
“Martin Taupau is in some doubt due to knee injury from game last weekend but is expected to play.” Source: https://t.co/e5t2XKmb03 (courtesy of Wacko’s Whispers).
Thanks for that DCE great info you have supplied and I’m glad I asked you. Always willing to get advise as I’m well aware I could be trading places with a lot of people on this site come this time next year in the rankings.
absolutely last game he was on 73 at half time, he gets 60 minutes he can still crack a 100
The Rookie(@nrlfan)
Gun
4 years ago
#867962
I posted this yesterday and have been updating it ever since. Thanks to Wacko Whispers and NRL Physio for this information and I hope it’s more convenient for everyone. Sorry if I missed anyone, I will post updates as I get them 🙂 . 1. Kalyn Ponga – OUT 2. Corey Oates – Expected IN 3. Michael Morgan – IN 4. Will Chambers – IN (But Sandor Earl on stand-by) 5. Dane Gagai – IN 6. Cameron Munster – IN 7. Daly Cherry-Evans – TBA 8. Jai Arrow – TBA (but was named in the 17) 9. Ben Hunt –… Read more »
I really can’t decide lol.
Part of me thinks he’ll be average at best playing injured.
The other part says he scores a try and locks in a player early with possible origin related outs.
I think he knows he’s going under the knife next week so might as well give everything and get the W certainly won’t come off the field early. Score range 50-80+ prediction.
I disagree. I’ve sold him this week. He can’t just push himself thru the pain because if he could he would have done that in previous weeks, he’s that kind of person. But his scores have been crap. I think he’ll get 60 mins max, and if the game is clearly won or lost, possibly less. Score range 30-55 prediction.
TD. Even Cook is unlikely to score a massive 110+ score, only 2 days after an 80 min Origin, in only 60 mins max. They put Brittain on the bench, they plan to use him, not waste him.
Bunnnys56(@bacchetti)
Gun
4 years ago
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I have just counted that i could easily play 21 players out of my 25. I mean i can only choose 4 of 8, for reserve.
Danny Nedelko(@wdhc15)
Gun
4 years ago
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Tatola finally remains on the bench with 3 Burgii starting.
Won’t Tatola also have to cover one of the Burgess props ? Knight covers one and Lowe is an edge backrower though expect Surgess and Sutton to play 80.
Murray is confirmed as playing, how many minutes though is unknown even with 50+ he will break out a good score. Arrow is an unknown and no guarantee of backing up. Taupau are whispers that he is slightly injured after last week.
Murray for me. I sold Arrow 2 weeks ago and I am not reserving Taupau.
simoss(@simoss)
Keeper
4 years ago
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My FB is currently Teddy and Allan and I’m definitely bring RTS in either this week or next. Bit nervous about Teddy not backing up and getting screwed by Allan. So question is go RTS this week with the big BE or hope Teddy plays and go RTS next week? Thanks everyone
Trade in RTS. He’s a weapon, might cost you a bit more this week but worth the grabbing the points he’ll produce. Ive bought Bateman this week with that exact mindset.
Can anyone remember what bennet used to do with his origin players. I know he likes to rest them, but if they are picked do they normally play the full 80/normal mins. Trying to remember what he used to do with gillett etc..
Wondering if i should play murray/cook
I read somewhere yesterday he was seen kicking goals at training. I traded him in this week not for that reason but for his 3 game average and plays the next bye. Kicking goals will be the icing on the cake.
Has anyone heard any news on if Jake Trbojevic will be playing or not?
IMO, looking good at this stage. DCE is more of a worry (ankle swelled up after SOO).
Thanks DCE is that your thoughts regarding Jake or has something been reported?
Assumption on my part, Pool Man – based on Captains Run photos and forum gossip on Silvertails. As a Jurbo owner myself, I’m expecting him to play.
https://www.seaeagles.com.au/news/2019/06/07/captains-run-in-townsville/
Thanks DCE. What would you do if you were me. My prefered three reserves is Jake, Taupau and Teddy. But I could play Havili as a reserve which would eliminate an EA nightmare if Jake doesn’t play. If Jake does play and I have played Havili then Taupau would miss out unless Teddy was confirmed out before the Manly game but I think Teddy will play. Which way woould you go. Others feel free to comment.
Given you’re in the Top 10 ATM, Pool Man, I’m a little loath to give you advice. So please take this advice with a grain of salt. I have those 4 players you mention, but am leaving out Havili. If you want to negate the Jurbo risk, you could play Havili and bench Taupau. Interestingly, some injury news on Taupau below:-
“Martin Taupau is in some doubt due to knee injury from game last weekend but is expected to play.” Source: https://t.co/e5t2XKmb03 (courtesy of Wacko’s Whispers).
Thanks for that DCE great info you have supplied and I’m glad I asked you. Always willing to get advise as I’m well aware I could be trading places with a lot of people on this site come this time next year in the rankings.
PS – In the 1st photo, Jurbo, Turbo and Snake (Brett Stewart) look like they’re hatching a plan. 😉
So your saying go with my prefered 3 reserves 😉
Put it this way, I’m playing Jurbo. 🙂
Manly got history with fullback lock brothers
Last reserve flipping a coin on which ever wins
TU: safer options Surgess/ Taupau
TD: upside Xerri/Sivo
Brittain is on the bench for souths
Cook to play 60?
He won’t come off if the scoreline is 12-12 at the 60th min
Yep and even of he plays 60 with any attacking stats he likely goes over 80
I would not be surprised if he goes to half if they are misfiring
Agree
That will probably be enough 😀
Im sitting at 100th position and am starting Cook. Taking a risk but I reckon he’ll still get some good points.
Starting, but no longer VC for me.
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So do i still play cook over someone like lane?
absolutely last game he was on 73 at half time, he gets 60 minutes he can still crack a 100
I posted this yesterday and have been updating it ever since. Thanks to Wacko Whispers and NRL Physio for this information and I hope it’s more convenient for everyone. Sorry if I missed anyone, I will post updates as I get them 🙂 . 1. Kalyn Ponga – OUT 2. Corey Oates – Expected IN 3. Michael Morgan – IN 4. Will Chambers – IN (But Sandor Earl on stand-by) 5. Dane Gagai – IN 6. Cameron Munster – IN 7. Daly Cherry-Evans – TBA 8. Jai Arrow – TBA (but was named in the 17) 9. Ben Hunt –… Read more »
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Saved me again Rookie.
get yourself a twitter handle and i can drop a few i currently follow haha
I will make one on the Weekend. 🙂
Thanks mate greatly appreciated
Allan to…
TU AFB
TD JFH
Will get the other later.
I’m also aware it’s not round 12.
jfh for consistency, AFB for the higher ceiling
Cheers Boffa
last player to get a run:
Burgess – up
Kikau – down
Anybody else playing Burgess even with the injury? Could be slightly podish considering so many are leaving him out of their 17 for that reason alone
I really can’t decide lol.
Part of me thinks he’ll be average at best playing injured.
The other part says he scores a try and locks in a player early with possible origin related outs.
I’m torn, i do think he will have little self preservation given he is going to get a rest.
when i look at my current pack of AFB, AF8, HAAS, LOLO, JFH, JURBO, Murray i don’t see any standout to drop for him.
if anything HAAS but not feeling that either, kid will get 50 minimum and Surgess has been struggling to hit 50’s
Haas has a huge motor, he’ll be fine. May score 55-65 instead of his usual 70+ in base.
I think he knows he’s going under the knife next week so might as well give everything and get the W certainly won’t come off the field early. Score range 50-80+ prediction.
I disagree. I’ve sold him this week. He can’t just push himself thru the pain because if he could he would have done that in previous weeks, he’s that kind of person. But his scores have been crap. I think he’ll get 60 mins max, and if the game is clearly won or lost, possibly less. Score range 30-55 prediction.
Im leaving him out
Now with Brittain on the bench, who for VC:
TU: Cook
TD: Fifita/Xerri
Fifi
Cook. Need 130 for a loop unless you already have a non player in your 17. Fifi won’t get that.
TD. Even Cook is unlikely to score a massive 110+ score, only 2 days after an 80 min Origin, in only 60 mins max. They put Brittain on the bench, they plan to use him, not waste him.
I have just counted that i could easily play 21 players out of my 25. I mean i can only choose 4 of 8, for reserve.
Tatola finally remains on the bench with 3 Burgii starting.
Prob scores more
Maybe to replace Murray during the game.
Won’t Tatola also have to cover one of the Burgess props ? Knight covers one and Lowe is an edge backrower though expect Surgess and Sutton to play 80.
Surely Murray is more likely for 80 then Surgess.
i think surgess goes to middle lowe to an edge
I think Lowe will play most of his time in the middle during this game.
TU for Marsters who is a keeper
TD for Xerri with -35 BE and going to be sold after R16
Well damn I ended up with Marsters, aah well won’t have to dwell on it any longer
Who scores more this week?
TU Moylan v Eels
TD Milf v Titans
guess no one really knows who gets most attacking points my guess is milf
How do we think murray and arrow go this weekend??
Play them over taupau?
Murray is confirmed as playing, how many minutes though is unknown even with 50+ he will break out a good score. Arrow is an unknown and no guarantee of backing up. Taupau are whispers that he is slightly injured after last week.
Murray for me. I sold Arrow 2 weeks ago and I am not reserving Taupau.
My FB is currently Teddy and Allan and I’m definitely bring RTS in either this week or next. Bit nervous about Teddy not backing up and getting screwed by Allan. So question is go RTS this week with the big BE or hope Teddy plays and go RTS next week? Thanks everyone
TU- RTS this week
TD- RTS next week
Put CNK to fullback.
Makes me play To’o over Taupau though :/ 30 minutes left to sort my head out!
Is a couple of whispers around that Taups is slightly injured. I myself excluding him from my 17.
T’oo due a pie
Trade in RTS. He’s a weapon, might cost you a bit more this week but worth the grabbing the points he’ll produce. Ive bought Bateman this week with that exact mindset.
TU – Play Murray
TD – Play Kikau
Can anyone remember what bennet used to do with his origin players. I know he likes to rest them, but if they are picked do they normally play the full 80/normal mins. Trying to remember what he used to do with gillett etc..
Wondering if i should play murray/cook
It’s the classic “how long is a piece of string” – Bennet is Bennet and Bennet does as Bennet does. Who can ever guess what is going on in his head.
Personally Cook and Murray will both play but get reduced minutes, still makes them selectable (and I have added them both back into my 17).
but he has a distinct history with this, just cant remember what he usually does
Might be tight on time but you can go to nrlsupercoachstats.com
Goto the menu and choose which year you want and pick a player and see how many minutes he played each round
(click stats and choose a year)
Game dependant. If it’s a blow out either way they’ll get early showers. I’m playing both as I think it will be a tight match.
Imo Murray gets normal minutes regardless and Cook gets 80 in a close game, 60-70 if they’re winning comfortably.
Afternoon everyone, any news on Barnett kicking without ponga in the team?
Cheers
I read somewhere yesterday he was seen kicking goals at training. I traded him in this week not for that reason but for his 3 game average and plays the next bye. Kicking goals will be the icing on the cake.
Arrow this week? Or pine him?
i would play him.
Id play him if I owned him