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Randy Handlinger replied to Eli Stephens's discussion Metcalf Dragons bound.
"Trey Mooney was indeed a no-brainer"
9 seconds ago
Angry Eel replied to Eli Stephens's discussion Metcalf Dragons bound.
"The bulldogs should of done everything to offload Burton for Metcalf."
1 minute ago
Angry Eel replied to Eli Stephens's discussion Metcalf Dragons bound.
"Long term contracts are too risky with props. It's very rare to see a prop at the top of his game year after year. Parra were right to not go the extra year on this occasion. I don't disagree sometimes you have to pay a bit extra to get the deal…"
4 minutes ago
Poppa replied to Poppa's discussion Speed, Power, Athlelicism.... Not Specifically Size......these are the key areas that are emerging under these rules that have been forced on teams.
"Yes, good points PG....someone like French has become more of power player based on his speed that he always had and then his filling out. Nikorama falls into that category as well and I am sure there are a number of others some can think up."
5 minutes ago
Poppa replied to Poppa's discussion Speed, Power, Athlelicism.... Not Specifically Size......these are the key areas that are emerging under these rules that have been forced on teams.
"I think you miss the point Adam in that metrics is a result, its identifying the body types and bringing the ones through that are being seen as succesful in this new age. Thats more the point of what the blog is about."
7 minutes ago
LB replied to Eli Stephens's discussion Metcalf Dragons bound.
"Yeah good point. It's Halfback tax. Half decent ones garner big money. If you don't have a Halfback a 7.5/10 one gets same as a 9/10 Halfback just by how important the position is. I beg Boyd nearly tripled his salary in his NZ extension basically…"
7 minutes ago
LB replied to Eli Stephens's discussion Metcalf Dragons bound.
"There are poor decisions in there. The 2021 off-season was a clear disaster that has set us back slowley. But MON is one of many within the building working together making decisions for this club.
They are doing what they feel is best for the club…"
9 minutes ago
Perpetual Motion replied to Eli Stephens's discussion Metcalf Dragons bound.
"Less than the dogs offered Thompson. "
14 minutes ago
Angry Eel replied to Eli Stephens's discussion Metcalf Dragons bound.
"7 is the most important position on the field. You buy the best available option at the price you need to pay. I mean Flanagan or Metcalf? No brainer. 1m is not a crazy asking price"
16 minutes ago
Mitchy replied to Eli Stephens's discussion Metcalf Dragons bound.
"Daz in all respect you solely blame Ando for that? I think it was also about the head of the board too.....and tbh it was 10 yrs back; and he has worked with some decent clubs (Easts). But fair enough....."
17 minutes ago
Mitchy replied to Eli Stephens's discussion Metcalf Dragons bound.
"He is head of recruitment i believe Mongolian / Pathways. Ando has a great knowledge of the game and wish we had someone like that.
You see with the chairs moving down at Mulgoa Rd (Penrith) I would be sounding out Matt Cameron now....he could be in…"
19 minutes ago
Randy Handlinger replied to Eli Stephens's discussion Metcalf Dragons bound.
"We have mucho dinero and Braith is all about the lucre.
I like the idea. Drive the proverbial dumptruck full of cash around to his house and see what happens."
21 minutes ago
Angry Eel replied to Eli Stephens's discussion Metcalf Dragons bound.
"Maybe, maybe not. It could just be the challenge he's looking for. Having been a manager he's had a great feel for negotiation. He also knows what a successful football club looks like. He also has a key ingredient that we haven't had since Denis…"
22 minutes ago
Randy Handlinger replied to Eli Stephens's discussion Metcalf Dragons bound.
"Daz, is your name really Prof Mark? (you can tell me I'm reeely good at secrets)"
26 minutes ago
Randy Handlinger replied to Steel be with you's discussion The Parramatta Eels vs Melbourne Storm Rivalry
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30 minutes ago
Randy Handlinger replied to Eli Stephens's discussion Metcalf Dragons bound.
"That we have a better recruitment team than anyone at all is not obvious to me."
31 minutes ago
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Keaon done deal

As of Thursday, December 11, 2025, South Sydney Rabbitohs forwardKeaon Koloamatangi has reportedly agreed to a deal with the Parramatta Eels, but it is not yet officially announced by the clubs.  Soon to be announced.

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