j_hunter_hkr wrote:I think we need 2 out-and-out props to replace Fozz and Maka if we want to finish anywhere in the top six. None of this utility lark, we need some specialists.

hullkr14 wrote:we will only be on the fringe of the top eight unless we sign at least one, but ideally two, powerful props. Anyone who thinks we will do any better with our current front row is kidding themselves.

nick hkr wrote:With Rhys and Vella starting props and Wheeldon plus one signing being the replacements and Netherton/Mills/Watts as the back up. Dont also forget that with Cook coming in we can push Newton to prop when needed to give us that guidance and experience in the middle.

I do however think Justin will sign a new prop that is much better off the bench than anything we currently have. There must be money in the pot for this with the players that have just left.

Ratu is possibly Jake Websters replacement for the future years with Hodgson depending on his first year being Fishers replacement with an experienced hooker coming in over the next year or two.

Dont forget also we have some academy players coming through of our own that are looking promising.

As much as I'd like to sign various players I dont think we'll over spend and blow our long term future in the top flight, I wouldnt mind finishing 6th next year as long as it was for the greater good of our future progression.

hullkr14 wrote:we will only be on the fringe of the top eight unless we sign at least one, but ideally two, powerful props. Anyone who thinks we will do any better with our current front row is kidding themselves.

rover49 wrote:Would be a waste of a top quality 2nd rower.

knocker norton wrote:I agree though TBF Rovers have been linked to a number of props who would bring the aggression you are missing at prop.

Maybe a scout at the Pacific cup would be worthwhile. Plenty of raw aggression on sight there I reckon!

R.B.A wrote:Would take ability over "raw aggression" every day of the week. All players are aggressive by their nature.

knocker norton wrote:Thats up to you but my point is you can pick up a raw prop for little money and with good coaching turn that player into a quality prop who provides 'impact'.

Why wouldnt you see that as a positive?

R.B.A wrote:You mean you can pick up a raw prop for little money and turn him into an 85k a year prop inside a year with a little help off his agent.
Oh, and still get no impact.