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Pretty sure the coaching staff would determine who the deserving players are over the preseason. Will be a good tussle between them though as Kiraz will more than likely deserve his spot.

I think the kid is a real footy player just young. He has pace and a good step and good awareness. He seems to have a toughness about him too. I'd be surprised if Gus doesn't re-sign him. He could become a regular starter after 2025. I understand that there are some promising juniors but they...

Maybe because so many people need instant gratification?

I read somewhere recently that athletes performed better using glucose as fuel than they did when using fat. That was both explosive energy and sustained energy. League players obviously need both explosive and sustained. So the Fox going carnivore would probably have impacted his performance...

I don't think we should underestimate the benefits of our young players having another year of experience. Add to that another year of experience for Ciro. We started slow last season I don't think that will happen next season. We don't have an aging squad like some other clubs who will be a...

I could be dreaming but Dogs 19 Broncos 0 in the GF.

Comparing Montoya's interview with those of the Fox he is definitely a team first player. The Fox says the right things but I was never convinced he meant it. Not comparing talent of course but the team first mentally can't be underestimated. Critta showed us that.

Negativity is selective and the truth is a by product.

If the video ref had eyes same result.

Guess it's better than him being worse than the other forwards on that list. I trust Gus and Ciro have found a value prop for us. Look forward to seeing him in our rotation.

I missed the game, anyone know if there'll be a replay?

Dce was never locked into the scrum.

Dogs to win by enough. Second half blitzkreig.

Ciro is obviously a lot more positive of our chances on Sunday than many posters here. Luckily he's the coach. I'm thinking he gets us up for this one and we win. The game after will be another level he'll need to get us up. Ciro has this!

Two weeks in a row the opposition has continually peppered our middle third and Manly will do so again this week. We clearly need a game plan to counter act. On the bright side we know what Manly will do, I can't see their tactics changing. Will be interesting to see how Ciro responds. Don't...

The lock position is going to very competitive next season if Amone is being considered for it as well. Especially with Karl O being passed fit. That would be 5 players for one position and a bench lock. I'd say he has been brought across as a prop. In any case it is a great problem to have...

If Brisbane recruit Toby which is possible I would consider Adam Reynolds for a year. Wouldn't matter how many games he played. Similar to when we got Stuart at the end of his career. He would be a great influence on the young halves coming through. Can't see it happening however. And yes there...

I can't see Gus not making any moves in the player market for the 25 season. He would get too fidgety. I expect some players from the top 30 and beyond being nudged out and those gaps filled.

If the Sharks would part with him, which I doubt they would, Siosifa Talakai would make a great prop. It's a body type we don't have, at least NRL ready. Not sure on what we have coming through with regards to that powerful nuggety forward.

The first column in that graph has us as the worst attacking team in the top 8. Which on the face of it isn't good but given how much our attack has improved in recent weeks negates that stat. At least to some extent. When the numerology theory first appeared I thought it was fun to read but...

Same. Tracey two assists and Sexton scoring a try.

All sweet. I tried to come back with a joke but may have missed the mark.

Added to this is that the rest of the squad down to our juniors know what's expected of them to get into that team. Ciro has created that environment for team success so they all know what is needed to be apart of that success. Gus knew who and what he was getting when he signed Ciro and the...

Couldn't sleep and thought 'The Muster Dogs' had potential. Well drilled and hard working. And who doesn't love watching a good muster dog hard at work rounding up those much bigger stupid animals.

Not sure why I'm bigoted. Not being sufficiently sensitive to the LGBTQI cause? Anyway...

That hurts my eyes. I'll throw in Mann-of-war if it hasn't been posted yet.

Kurt Mann for his size probably packs the biggest punch in defence of all our players. And then he is also evasive in attack. Great signing and a great example of how Gus and Ciro are building this team.

Was that the lunch meeting with that prop from the Tigers with the difficult name to pronounce? Funny how that once popular topic just seemed to drop off the edge of the planet, (sorry Burto). A bit like how after eating a succulent Chinese meal you you think to yourself did I actually have...

I haven't watched many tigers games so can only go off highlights reels. There's one where he runs over the top of Kikau when he was still with Penrith. Not I once but twice. If Ciro can get that form from him he will become a great asset to the club. He definitely has the physical attributes to...

It's interesting how many people were saying that an alpha prop and a quality 7 are needed to be a premiership threat and I'll include myself in that camp. But it seems with Sexy improving his game that a quality 7 is less urgent and with very promising juniors coming through the long term...

Cotric was the first of the bad dominos to fall

The raiders will be a tougher proposition than the bronco's were last week. That practice field goal by Burton might come in handy this week.

Looking at some highlights and seeing him trample kikau a couple of times he is giving memories of a bushy headed Mason. He gets thumbs up from me as a recruit. Would have to be the prop with the greatest potential currently available.

Definitely no technical loss vibes about that win.

Well it's been reported Gus is after Stefano Utoikamanu at around 800 000 that would require a decent war chest.

The ratings were rubbish. It didn't even rate the man of the match.

Someone mentioned June 30 but who really knows?

Should be forced to do a breathalyser after posting an article and if found to be over the limit charged with wui. Throw away the key.

There are three clubs currently using this system. More to follow no doubt. There has to be a lot more to implementing the system than there is in understanding what it is. Building a culture capable of making it successful would be a big piece to the puzzle not to mention the character of the...

Sutton named on the bench this week, shock horror. Wasn't sure we'd ever see him again. Have to say I am curious.

It was clearly a CC strategy to play the middle third to try to nullify their big pack with lots of defensive energy. It worked we just didn't capitalise as much as we could have. Big fan of the coach. Gus should extend his contract tomorrow!

Finally I think Sutton has enough respect for the Bulldogs that he's removed his negative bias. We don't win that game if it was played last year. We were ugly but we got the two points. With Tracey and Preston back and eventually the fox and hopefully no more injuries the dogs can launch from...

One of the wingers. We don't need three!

Tracey is sorely missed. Attack is so clunky.

Super sub!

It's a fine line that every team is treading. Fatigue will obviously make finding that line more difficult. But the bloke with the whistle is the most inconsistent aspect of the game and can change treading the line to crossing it. Just look at how many rulings are overturned by the video ref...

That sounds like a dream but I am dreaming it will become a reality. Although winning by a last minute field goal off the boot of Burton would also be a dream that I would love to become a reality. That crying girl from the 04 gf tearing up again would absolutely top it off.

The team list as it stands has Curran in the second row and Faamausili in the 15 jumper. Pretty sure the 15 is Curran's usual spot so I suspect Kikau to start in the second row and Curran to drop back to the bench. Meaning Faamausili to drop off the bench. Or perhaps I am just wishful hoping.

That was just Buzz trying to destabilise the club again. It was a tie.

Am I missing something or is your keyboard malfunctioning?

That's an option I hadn't considered for obvious reasons. You have a funny sense of humour.

Taaffe to fullback is not an option in my mind now Tracey is starting to gel with the back line. The obvious choice is to move Kiraz in one and bring up the next winger in line. I expect that to be Skelton. Find out soon enough.

Can't see Sexton not being offered another two years. The only reason we don't sign him is if another club offers him a longer deal. I'd imagine he would back himself to see off all comers for his spot and there's no guarantee any of the young guys coming through will reach their potential...

Gus has also been praising Connor Watson to play 14 for the blues. Smart move for us if it comes off. We would have Burton against the chooks and they'll be without Watson. Cheeky!

The great thing that Blake Wilson offers this team is very threatening competition for a wing spot. We have three quality first grade wingers now so the pressure to perform every game is going to get the best out of them. Very impressive performance today. The fox is on notice!

I expect it to be an exciting end to end type game and lots of people watching. But I think we will get home in a tight one. Dogs one Eels nothing.

Harry Hayes could be a chance for a late call up, has the most impressive moustache of the reserves. Wilson is clearly lacking in that department must have missed the memo. Ciro works in mysterious ways!

Perhaps the better defensive player of the two is the one that better suits Ciro's defensive system. The same could probably said with regards to attack. Will be interesting to see who is named at 7 today or perhaps more interesting to see who takes the field in the 7 on Monday. My money is on...

We keep hearing how our backs do reps in different positions and last night is an example of why. The coaching staff would know all to well how each player performs in each position. They would be monitored continuously. Would also explain why Tracey got his shot at the back and why Sexton is...

We also don't know what conversations are taking place in the background.

And here was I thinking he was just being rude.

Think we might be turning that one around.

We have only played in Brisbane once this year for a loss to Canberra unless I'm missing something.

0 & 6 coming into the knights game will no doubt be a concern for players and staff. That's on top of possibly missing players due to origin and this injury to Kikau. We obviously need to win some away games if we are any chance of finals. If we were to win all our home games that would give...

Is Ciro grooming Haywood as a replacement for that other guy playing the seven roll?

I thought the reasoning was pretty sound and also respectful.

And the refs or ex players who make mistakes move down the pecking order. Simple.

It's a game of two halves.

I had a '74 120y that could do over 160ks, admittedly down a hill so perhaps an old Massey Ferguson tractor might be a better analogy.

With comments like that I agree

I would love to win a premiership as much as any doggies supporter but we would have to become the Steven Bradbury Bulldogs for that to happen this year. So I guess I am saying it can happen but about as likely that a bearded old man sitting on a cloud is directing the whole convoluted mess down...

One thing I can say for certain now is that before a game begins I know the dogs will have a dig. Sorry for the pun but I couldn't resist. I'm not thinking about premierships yet I'm just enjoying seeing an 80 minute performance. Last year and years previous I would have to turn away from...

I predict a bench of Hughes, Mann, Salmon and Taaffe with Poasa starting at prop and Curran at lock. Preston to recover his edge spot. Just basing it on previous selections. I think cc likes the impact Hughes brings and the speed around the ruck Mann brings off the bench.

Wow! still with the assistant. You are starting to give off desperation vibes.

For those seriously believing this theory just put the two sides next to one another and honestly reconsider. The 04 side was a genuine top 4 side that had been building for years. This 2024 side is still in the foundation stage, and miles off putting the furniture into the building. Strong...

I agree with dropping either Morrin or Salmon for Faamasuali and the worse defender being dropped.

Although swapping Curran and Mann could be a possibility depending on who we're playing.

This could be our strongest side atm.

If Ciro keeps playing Taaffe on the bench as a 'super sub' I believe it is to slowly blood him as the 7. Much like he has done with some of our young props. Will be interesting to see if he comes on for Hutchinson against the Tigers.

It could just be me but referees seem to become a little mentally defective whenever they adjudicate our games. Ciro should ask for a pregame mental assessment of all officials including the bunker every week. I'm starting to become concerned for their welfare. Truly!

He got injured in the Roosters game and I was surprised to see him play in the Storm game let alone start. If we didn't have those injuries I doubt he plays. I still have a feeling that he will come good. Sbw had lots of injuries as a young player when he was first establishing himself. I...

With all players being fit I'd love to see King and Hughes as our starting props with Curran at lock. Mann off the bench when there is some fatigue. We have the depth for the bench when fit.

Does Taaffe have a kicking game for a 7? He definitely isn't afraid of passing left to right like our incumbent 7. If Ciro was going to replace Hutchinson I'd say Sexton gets a go first. Taaffe could be given another week off so it doesn't look so bad dumping Hutchinson. Its refreshing having...

Whats funny is alot of our fanbase arent intelligent enough to see the improvements, We have alot of fans constantly shit talking ciraldo spamming comments like "we have regressed" The comments like "the assistant" and "Burton is a centre " seem to be going quiet. Imagine what Ciro will do with...

Misogyny is alive and well. Blueandwhiteblood you don't have to watch women's sport and there is plenty of money to go around. Educate yourself, it's not to late to grow a little.

Cheers for that but I'm a traditionalist when it comes to hair other than the facial kind.

When did Sexton get on?

What's this? No shaving tips. Guess I'll head back over to YouTube.

As a niff nuff I would like to see Kiraz given a week at the back simply to get our sets moving. Obviously I have no idea if he can organise the defensive line.

Yeah good thing the niff nuffs aren't picking the side each week. It's fun to speculate but only those inside the walls know what's truly happening.

I looked at Flegg and Mathews team lists but Alatini wasn't listed. Has another team swooped in?

Which 6,7and 1 were on the market that we could realistically have gone for?

Wow! Thanks for that. For a short minute there I was feeling a bit happy. Should have known better.

Decoys should get through the line, simples. Preston should have been more aware. Obviously if you are expecting to get the ball and you should be then it can be hard to avoid contact. Of course the opposition will try to milk a penalty it's not like the Dogs don't. All teams will be trying...

Quality over size... Reminds of a very different scenario that I need to remind myself of from time to time.

I'd be very surprised if the coach didn't have a significant say in who is or isn't recruited. Where is this information coming from?

Can you get sacked from the kennel?

The ref had a shocker. The dogs are building, not world beaters but definitely a huge improvement on last year. A win is not far away. Lucky for me my happiness or self worth are not reliant on the Bulldogs winning football games. It helps to see and appreciate the long game the club is...

They had the rub of the green as well. I think just once in that game the ball bounced in our favour otherwise it fell into their lap. We are still a bit short on quality obviously everyone knows that, but the effort that the players we do have put in was to be applauded. It tells me at least...