As the title suggests, Jake Averillo & Josh Kerr are both rumoured to be free to negotiate with rivals clubs. I believe both players would fit well within Ryles' plan.
Jake Averillo:
There was some mail earlier this week that Ryles had met with Jake Averillo, who is currently in Sydney due to the Dolphins having a bye. While I haven't been able to yet confirm this mail, it seems fairly reliable. I think Averillo would be a very welcome addition, he has shown a strong ability to play five-eight at the NRL level, while also putting in strong performances at fullback, centre, and wing.
I am unsure whether Ryles would view him as a 6, but I think he'd complement Moses very nice. His defence may still need work, but his running game and speed are outstanding. That said, he has also been effective at centre, and fullback in his earlier performance this year against the Bulldogs. I believe he'd be relatively cheap, ultimately as I cannot see many suitors. He apparently has a desire to return to Sydney, and I do not think there are many Sydney teams who require a five-eight or centre; perhaps Sharks (depending on if Nicho moves to FB), Rabbitohs (Cody replacement) or, potentially Dragons as a centre. Jake is also only 24, which is mind-blowing considering how long he has been a regular in first-grade
Josh Kerr:
Josh Kerr may be a controversial option, but I am a big fan of him as a player. He was reportedly offered to the Broncos this week, and with the emergence of some forwards at the Dolphins (Donoghue, Keeley, etc) he looks like he will make way. Josh serves the role as a bench-impact player very well. He often plays about 15 minutes either side of half time and offers a game-breaking ability due to his offloading and tackle breaking ability, all while being solid in defence. He can play a very similar role to NAS, but will be almost a quarter of the price.
Eels fans, would you be happy with Jake Averillo and/or Josh Kerr coming to the Blue and Gold in 2026?
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Me too Frank, i have never paid much attention to him, don't think i'll start now.
bog averagillo
No Randolph, if you haven't paid attention and therefore do not know.....don't comment.
In this case you are using Frank to be your artificial intelligence.....?? A dangerous practice unless you have extreme right wing ideas.
Lifted on your own petard?
I like the coverage he gives you, he isn't great at any one position but is decent enough at 1, 2, 3 and 6. I think centre is his best position though.
I would have him over Russell and penisini every day of the week.
I agree regarding prone to hogging the ball. However, he is only 24 and should continue to develop. He is great in attack and, if he could sort out some defensive issues, he will defintely be a welcome addition.
So a bit like both our centres now but with some speed.
😂😂😂.
Yeah you're right. What is it with centers that can't or won't pass the fucking ball.
Averillo at centre to link with JAC would be lethal..
I like Averillo. The big thing is that his defence has improved a lot this year. It was horrible last year. Versatile and speed. Got the ability and to set up JAC.
I can't see how Kerr fits into our best 17. So can't see him joining us to be a depth player
Agreed regarding Averillo.
I think Kerr could defintely secure a bench spot here. He has a lot to offer and would spell Paulo very nicely, in the sense he can provide similar output (obviously in a lessened quantity). I think if we are to go into next season with both Ryley & Dwalker off the bench, we need a bigger body.
8. Moretti
9. TDS
10. Paulo
11. Kit
12. Williams
13. Hopgood
14. Smith
15. Walker
16 Sam T
17. Kerr
JDB will be in the team
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