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SuperCoach NRL: Players set to bounce back in 2020
Jamayne Isaako CTW | FLB $420,000
After a breakout rookie season in 2018, Isaako came with a big $521,300 price tag in 2019 and with the goal kicking duties and 11 tries the year before looked worth the risk. However, Isaako scored just 4 tries and lost his kicking responsibilities at times, bottoming out over $200k down from his starting price at his lowest price. But with his expected move to fullback in 2020, we could see Isaako go to another level. Combine this with his low price and dual position and he could be a popular option for SuperCoaches. That being said, I would only consider him at CTW, with the FLB position stacked with better options.
Andrew Fifita FRF $553,900
SuperCoaches who started with Fifita in 2019 would have been very disappointed with what they paid for, considering his starting price of $634,300. Not only did Fifita’s season average drop from 68 to 2018 to 60, but he also missed the Round 16 bye and further hurt those who stuck with him. The big reason for Fifita’s decline was a reduction in minutes, while he was also clearly struggling with injury for much of the season. Despite this, his average PPM actually increased year-on-year, so assuming he can get more minutes in 2020 we should see Fifita improve, and he comes at a discount price now.
Jake Trbojevic 2RF $583,900
Like Fifita, Trbojevic was one of the most highly rated forwards heading into the season, costing SuperCoaches a whopping $667,600. But SuperCoaches would have been disappointed as his average dropped from 71 in 2018 to just 63 in 2019. Jurbo was actually still very consistent in 2019, with his average base of 58 points per game the second best in the league, it was just his attacking stats that saw a drop off. With brother Tom missing much of the season, Jake wasn't able to combine with him as often and as a result had less tries, offloads, linebreaks and linebreak assists. Jake could miss the opening round of the competition as he returns from a shoulder reconstruction, but I’m expecting a big improvement in 2020 and he also comes at a discounted price.
James Roberts CTW $392,700
After a poor season at Brisbane in 2018, which saw his SuperCoach average drop from 60 to 46, the move to South Sydney looked like a good move Roberts and for SuperCoaches at his opening price of just $433,600. And while he looked impressive at times, Roberts was too inconsistent and left SuperCoaches wanting more. But in 2020, Roberts comes at an even greater discount and if, with a full season at Souths under his belt, if we can see Jimmy The Jet get back to his best then he is an absolute steal.
Anthony Milford 5/8 | FLB $476,000
Anthony Milford has been a shadow of his former self in recent seasons, with his 2017 average of 70 falling to just 50 in 2019 thanks to a decline in try assists, line break assists and offloads. Milford was at his best at the Broncos when he was playing alongside Ben Hunt, who acted as more of a game manager, allowing Milf to do his thing. Perhaps the signing of Brodie Croft will take an edge off, and allow Milford to run the ball more and play less structured football. He also picks up a handy dual-position status and also drops to the low price of just $476K.
Jamayne Isaako CTW | FLB $420,000
After a breakout rookie season in 2018, Isaako came with a big $521,300 price tag in 2019 and with the goal kicking duties and 11 tries the year before looked worth the risk. However, Isaako scored just 4 tries and lost his kicking responsibilities at times, bottoming out over $200k down from his starting price at his lowest price. But with his expected move to fullback in 2020, we could see Isaako go to another level. Combine this with his low price and dual position and he could be a popular option for SuperCoaches. That being said, I would only consider him at CTW, with the FLB position stacked with better options.
Andrew Fifita FRF $553,900
SuperCoaches who started with Fifita in 2019 would have been very disappointed with what they paid for, considering his starting price of $634,300. Not only did Fifita’s season average drop from 68 to 2018 to 60, but he also missed the Round 16 bye and further hurt those who stuck with him. The big reason for Fifita’s decline was a reduction in minutes, while he was also clearly struggling with injury for much of the season. Despite this, his average PPM actually increased year-on-year, so assuming he can get more minutes in 2020 we should see Fifita improve, and he comes at a discount price now.
Jake Trbojevic 2RF $583,900
Like Fifita, Trbojevic was one of the most highly rated forwards heading into the season, costing SuperCoaches a whopping $667,600. But SuperCoaches would have been disappointed as his average dropped from 71 in 2018 to just 63 in 2019. Jurbo was actually still very consistent in 2019, with his average base of 58 points per game the second best in the league, it was just his attacking stats that saw a drop off. With brother Tom missing much of the season, Jake wasn't able to combine with him as often and as a result had less tries, offloads, linebreaks and linebreak assists. Jake could miss the opening round of the competition as he returns from a shoulder reconstruction, but I’m expecting a big improvement in 2020 and he also comes at a discounted price.
James Roberts CTW $392,700
After a poor season at Brisbane in 2018, which saw his SuperCoach average drop from 60 to 46, the move to South Sydney looked like a good move Roberts and for SuperCoaches at his opening price of just $433,600. And while he looked impressive at times, Roberts was too inconsistent and left SuperCoaches wanting more. But in 2020, Roberts comes at an even greater discount and if, with a full season at Souths under his belt, if we can see Jimmy The Jet get back to his best then he is an absolute steal.
Anthony Milford 5/8 | FLB $476,000
Anthony Milford has been a shadow of his former self in recent seasons, with his 2017 average of 70 falling to just 50 in 2019 thanks to a decline in try assists, line break assists and offloads. Milford was at his best at the Broncos when he was playing alongside Ben Hunt, who acted as more of a game manager, allowing Milf to do his thing. Perhaps the signing of Brodie Croft will take an edge off, and allow Milford to run the ball more and play less structured football. He also picks up a handy dual-position status and also drops to the low price of just $476K.
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Jesse Ramien CTW $422,000
2019 was a real slump for Jesse Ramien, with his Newcastle move nothing short of a disaster after falling out with coach Nathan Brown. Ramien saw very little ball on the Knight’s right edge and saw his average drop from 53 to 45 year-on-year. But with a return to the Sharks and a starting centre spot a possibility, Ramien could be an interesting option as he looks get more opportunity with the ball.
Ryan James FRF | 2RF $354,700
After an ACL injury ruined his 2019 season, Ryan James’ price plummeted and he now shapes as arguably the best mid-range player in SuperCoach NRL. While it is possible he plays on an edge, where he hasn’t been as good for SuperCoach output, James has still been solid, averaging 53.4 there in 2018. Opening 2020 at $354K, James is a dual-position player who could get you at least 50 points a week making the big Titan a near must have for 2020 if fit.
Waqa Blake CTW $386,000
Blake finished off 2018 with an absolute bang and looked to carry this momentum into 2019, but it just didn't work out under Ivan Cleary, with an average of just 35 at the Panthers. But after his move to Parramatta, Blake saw more involvement and his average jumped to 45, which still isn’t great but shows a big improvement. At a price under $400k, look for this POD option to continue this improvement in 2020.
Apisai Koroisau HOK $338,800
Api Koroisau is a popular choice for SuperCoaches going with a mid-range hooker as he looks to see more minutes in 2020 after moving back to the Penrith Panthers. With season averages of 52, 58 and 56 over 2016-18, Koroisau was an interesting POD option in 2019 at $528,300, but he averaged just 44 minutes (and 36PPG) and had his most inconsistent season to date. At the Panthers I think we can expect him to play in the 50-60 minute range which would see his average jump to at least 48 based on his typical PPM around 0.8.
Esan Marsters CTW $482,900
Another CTW who looks likely to bounce back after a change of clubs, Marsters had a bad 2019 with a fall in base stats as well as seeing big drops in try assists, tackle breaks, offloads, and most importantly goal kicking. Marsters did score more tries, but it wasn't enough to do the damage. While it still looks like he wont kick goals at the Cowboys, I think Marsters will be able to be a bit more creative with the ball, as they lacked strike power out wide in 2019. But at his price I think it is still a pretty big risk, and I’d look to spend slightly more on a more consistent option.
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Angus Crichton
Coming off the bench and playing reduced minutes hurt Crichton in 2019, but if he starts in 2020 he will be an enticing option.
Josh Mansour
Amazingly ‘The Sauce’ scored just one try in 2019 but had decent base stats, so with more tries he could be SuperCoach relevant.
Corey Oates
Was disappointing in games where he didn't score a try, and lost over $250k by the end of the season.
Blake Fergusson
The most expensive CTW in 2019 saw his average drop from 65 to 54 and missed 7 games throughout the season. Hopefully he can get his base stats back to 2018 levels and score some more tries in 2020.
2019 was a real slump for Jesse Ramien, with his Newcastle move nothing short of a disaster after falling out with coach Nathan Brown. Ramien saw very little ball on the Knight’s right edge and saw his average drop from 53 to 45 year-on-year. But with a return to the Sharks and a starting centre spot a possibility, Ramien could be an interesting option as he looks get more opportunity with the ball.
Ryan James FRF | 2RF $354,700
After an ACL injury ruined his 2019 season, Ryan James’ price plummeted and he now shapes as arguably the best mid-range player in SuperCoach NRL. While it is possible he plays on an edge, where he hasn’t been as good for SuperCoach output, James has still been solid, averaging 53.4 there in 2018. Opening 2020 at $354K, James is a dual-position player who could get you at least 50 points a week making the big Titan a near must have for 2020 if fit.
Waqa Blake CTW $386,000
Blake finished off 2018 with an absolute bang and looked to carry this momentum into 2019, but it just didn't work out under Ivan Cleary, with an average of just 35 at the Panthers. But after his move to Parramatta, Blake saw more involvement and his average jumped to 45, which still isn’t great but shows a big improvement. At a price under $400k, look for this POD option to continue this improvement in 2020.
Apisai Koroisau HOK $338,800
Api Koroisau is a popular choice for SuperCoaches going with a mid-range hooker as he looks to see more minutes in 2020 after moving back to the Penrith Panthers. With season averages of 52, 58 and 56 over 2016-18, Koroisau was an interesting POD option in 2019 at $528,300, but he averaged just 44 minutes (and 36PPG) and had his most inconsistent season to date. At the Panthers I think we can expect him to play in the 50-60 minute range which would see his average jump to at least 48 based on his typical PPM around 0.8.
Esan Marsters CTW $482,900
Another CTW who looks likely to bounce back after a change of clubs, Marsters had a bad 2019 with a fall in base stats as well as seeing big drops in try assists, tackle breaks, offloads, and most importantly goal kicking. Marsters did score more tries, but it wasn't enough to do the damage. While it still looks like he wont kick goals at the Cowboys, I think Marsters will be able to be a bit more creative with the ball, as they lacked strike power out wide in 2019. But at his price I think it is still a pretty big risk, and I’d look to spend slightly more on a more consistent option.
HONOURABLE MENTIONS
Angus Crichton
Coming off the bench and playing reduced minutes hurt Crichton in 2019, but if he starts in 2020 he will be an enticing option.
Josh Mansour
Amazingly ‘The Sauce’ scored just one try in 2019 but had decent base stats, so with more tries he could be SuperCoach relevant.
Corey Oates
Was disappointing in games where he didn't score a try, and lost over $250k by the end of the season.
Blake Fergusson
The most expensive CTW in 2019 saw his average drop from 65 to 54 and missed 7 games throughout the season. Hopefully he can get his base stats back to 2018 levels and score some more tries in 2020.
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Phoenix Crossland (Knights, HFB) - $168,100
2019 Average: 3
Has been earmarked as Mitchell Pearce's partner in the halves to kick off the season after impressing new coach Adam O'Brien during pre-season.
A versatile playmaker who some have compared to Darren Lockyer.
Only featured in one game in 2019, so starts very cheap, and with a starting spot all but wrapped up for round 1 you'd be silly to leave the young Kiwi out.
Jarome Luai (Panthers, 5/8) - $258,700
2019 Average: 27.7
Is all but certain to slot into the number six jersey vacated by James Maloney, having featured in 13 games in 2019.
An elusive and electric ball-runner, Luai is the sort of player that can create something from nothing and in his limited games so far has displayed some serious x-factor.
Blayke Brailey (Sharks, HOK) - $173,800
2019 Average: 21.6
With brother Jayden heading to the Knights, Blayke Brailey will be Cronulla's first-choice rake in 2020 after impressing last season.
Plays more of an attacking and running style compared to his brother, which will be good for points, and has proven in reserve grade he's capable of playing 80 minutes if required.
Will be up there as one of the most popular players to start the season, but with plenty of minutes predicted, Brailey is certain to be a cash cow.
Bill Smith (Roosters, CTW) - $168,100
2019 Average: 62.5
The youngster is most likely to be handed Latrell Mitchell's spot at left centre, having featured in two games for the premiers in 2019 and scoring in both.
A big-bodied outside back with an outstanding ability to find the line, Smith has high-scoring potential, particularly given the players that will be around him.
If Mitchell departs as is expected, the selection of Smith in your side is unquestionable.
Lindsay Collins (Roosters, FRF) - $174,200
2019 Average: 20
Having featured in 13 games for the premiers in 2020, Lindsay Collins is one of the more experienced players among the cheapies.
And with Zane Tetevano leaving for Penrith this off-season, there's an opportunity for more minutes from Collins.
Whilst front-rowers playing from the bench aren't going to make as much money as other positions, for his price Collins is a solid option if you're in need of security.
Bradman Best (Knights, CTW) - $204,100
2019 Average: 37
With both Jesse Ramien and Shaun Kenny-Dowall departing the Knights this off-season, a centre position is all but sewn up for Bradman Best, particularly with the way he impressed in his three games in 2019.
The Woy Woy Roosters youngster possesses plenty of power, and is a handful for defences on an edge.
Best is destined for big things in 2020 and will make mountains of money.
Brandon Wakeham (Bulldogs, HFB) - $214,800
2019 Average: 42.7
The Fijian international is being heavily considered to wear the six jersey after Kieran Foran was ruled out for the 2020 season.
Whilst he'll be jostling with Jack Cogger for the position, Wakeham showed class in his three games last season, scoring a try and assisting another.
Although not as cheap as other cheapies, if handed the 5/8 spot for the Bulldogs' opener, Wakeham should be heavily considered.
Xavier Coates (Broncos, CTW) - $176,700
2019 Average: 24.3
Some have dubbed Xavier Coates 'Little Inglis' such is the young Papua New Guinean's ability.
A sizey winger who can also play in the centres, Coates made three appearances for the Broncos in 2019 at the ripe age of 18. He scored an impressive try on debut in round 16 against the Sharks.
Given the Broncos' struggles in attack last season, and coach Anthony Seibold's intentions to shake things up in 2020, don't be surprised to see Coates given a chance early in the season.
Phoenix Crossland (Knights, HFB) - $168,100
2019 Average: 3
Has been earmarked as Mitchell Pearce's partner in the halves to kick off the season after impressing new coach Adam O'Brien during pre-season.
A versatile playmaker who some have compared to Darren Lockyer.
Only featured in one game in 2019, so starts very cheap, and with a starting spot all but wrapped up for round 1 you'd be silly to leave the young Kiwi out.
Jarome Luai (Panthers, 5/8) - $258,700
2019 Average: 27.7
Is all but certain to slot into the number six jersey vacated by James Maloney, having featured in 13 games in 2019.
An elusive and electric ball-runner, Luai is the sort of player that can create something from nothing and in his limited games so far has displayed some serious x-factor.
Blayke Brailey (Sharks, HOK) - $173,800
2019 Average: 21.6
With brother Jayden heading to the Knights, Blayke Brailey will be Cronulla's first-choice rake in 2020 after impressing last season.
Plays more of an attacking and running style compared to his brother, which will be good for points, and has proven in reserve grade he's capable of playing 80 minutes if required.
Will be up there as one of the most popular players to start the season, but with plenty of minutes predicted, Brailey is certain to be a cash cow.
Bill Smith (Roosters, CTW) - $168,100
2019 Average: 62.5
The youngster is most likely to be handed Latrell Mitchell's spot at left centre, having featured in two games for the premiers in 2019 and scoring in both.
A big-bodied outside back with an outstanding ability to find the line, Smith has high-scoring potential, particularly given the players that will be around him.
If Mitchell departs as is expected, the selection of Smith in your side is unquestionable.
Lindsay Collins (Roosters, FRF) - $174,200
2019 Average: 20
Having featured in 13 games for the premiers in 2020, Lindsay Collins is one of the more experienced players among the cheapies.
And with Zane Tetevano leaving for Penrith this off-season, there's an opportunity for more minutes from Collins.
Whilst front-rowers playing from the bench aren't going to make as much money as other positions, for his price Collins is a solid option if you're in need of security.
Bradman Best (Knights, CTW) - $204,100
2019 Average: 37
With both Jesse Ramien and Shaun Kenny-Dowall departing the Knights this off-season, a centre position is all but sewn up for Bradman Best, particularly with the way he impressed in his three games in 2019.
The Woy Woy Roosters youngster possesses plenty of power, and is a handful for defences on an edge.
Best is destined for big things in 2020 and will make mountains of money.
Brandon Wakeham (Bulldogs, HFB) - $214,800
2019 Average: 42.7
The Fijian international is being heavily considered to wear the six jersey after Kieran Foran was ruled out for the 2020 season.
Whilst he'll be jostling with Jack Cogger for the position, Wakeham showed class in his three games last season, scoring a try and assisting another.
Although not as cheap as other cheapies, if handed the 5/8 spot for the Bulldogs' opener, Wakeham should be heavily considered.
Xavier Coates (Broncos, CTW) - $176,700
2019 Average: 24.3
Some have dubbed Xavier Coates 'Little Inglis' such is the young Papua New Guinean's ability.
A sizey winger who can also play in the centres, Coates made three appearances for the Broncos in 2019 at the ripe age of 18. He scored an impressive try on debut in round 16 against the Sharks.
Given the Broncos' struggles in attack last season, and coach Anthony Seibold's intentions to shake things up in 2020, don't be surprised to see Coates given a chance early in the season.
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Haumole Olakau'atu (Sea Eagles, 2RF) - $168,100
2019 Average: N/A
A hulking back-rower who stands at 196cm and weighs 113kg, Haumole Olakau'atu is a beast.
Still yet to make his NRL debut, but wreaked havoc in his 16 appearances forManly's reserve grade side last season.
In 16 gamesfor Blacktown in 2019, the 21-year-old scored four tries, made five linebreaks and averaged 104.3 metres a game.
Not certain to start in Manly's starting 17 for round one in 2020, but will be hard to leave outwhen injuries hit, and if given the chance by Des Hasler will definitely be an option.
Starford To'a (Knights, CTW/FLB) - $168,100
2019 Average: 44
Made his NRL debut in the final round of the 2019 season, and immediately proved his incredible talents.
In his first game, the 19-year-old scored a freakish try, and ran for an impressive 124.6 metres, despite Newcastle going down 54-10 to Penrith.
A lively dual-position player, To'a could be genuine bench option given the uncertainty surrounding Newcastle's backline next season.
Possessing plenty of pace, and a proven ability to find the try line, To'a is definitely worth a look.
Tommy Talau (Tigers, CTW) - $208,200
2019 Average: N/A
A former Australian Schoolboy who is widely being tipped to snatch the centre position vacated by Esan Marsters.
Played just one game for the Tigers last season, but in his nine appearances for their reserve grade side Western Suburbs, the 19-year-old scored four tries and averaged over 100 metres.
The centre-wing position is where cheapies are like gold, and Talau is one you should definitely have somewhere in your side, especially if he's handed a starting spot.
Tanah Boyd (Titans, HFB) - $168,100
2019 Average: 20.5
Given Ash Taylor's struggles in 2019, there is still plenty of uncertainty surrounding the make up of theTitans' halves.
Whilst Taylor will no doubt line up in the seven jersey in round one, Tanah Boyd should be considered a genuine option for later in the season should the Titans struggle again in 2020.
A former Queensland under-18s and under-20s star who's been compared to Alfie Langer, Boyd was lured to the Titans from rivals Brisbane and made his debut in round 24 last season.
Isaac Lumelume (Storm, CTW) - $168,100
2019 Average: N/A
Isaac Lumelume, a Fijian international and former NSW u20s representative, is a genuine chance to nab a starting centre position in Craig Bellamy's backline in 2020.
With Curtis Scott now a Raider and Will Chambers playing Japanese rugby, both positions are there for the taking.
While Justin Olam will undoubtedly be handed the left centre spot, Lumelume's hard-running with be an invaluable asset for the Storm if picked.
Josh Curran (Warriors, 2RF) - $174,300
2019 Average: 23
Was lured to the Warriors from the Roosters mid-season in 2019, playing three games for the Kiwis in the back-end of the year, averaging 26 minutes off the bench.
The 20-year-old represented New South Wales at under-16, under-18 and under-20 levels, proving he's a standout talent for his age.
Shown he's capable of 80 minutes at Canterbury Cup level and will therefore be looking for more game timefrom Stephen Kearney in 2020.
Jason Saab (Dragons, CTW)
2019 Average: 41
It all boils down to Paul McGregor's round one team selection, but if Jason Saab is handed an opportunity on the Dragons' wing he would be a great option.
Saab is a towering winger who possesses plenty of pace and scoring ability, as shown by his three tries across two matches in 2019
Haumole Olakau'atu (Sea Eagles, 2RF) - $168,100
2019 Average: N/A
A hulking back-rower who stands at 196cm and weighs 113kg, Haumole Olakau'atu is a beast.
Still yet to make his NRL debut, but wreaked havoc in his 16 appearances forManly's reserve grade side last season.
In 16 gamesfor Blacktown in 2019, the 21-year-old scored four tries, made five linebreaks and averaged 104.3 metres a game.
Not certain to start in Manly's starting 17 for round one in 2020, but will be hard to leave outwhen injuries hit, and if given the chance by Des Hasler will definitely be an option.
Starford To'a (Knights, CTW/FLB) - $168,100
2019 Average: 44
Made his NRL debut in the final round of the 2019 season, and immediately proved his incredible talents.
In his first game, the 19-year-old scored a freakish try, and ran for an impressive 124.6 metres, despite Newcastle going down 54-10 to Penrith.
A lively dual-position player, To'a could be genuine bench option given the uncertainty surrounding Newcastle's backline next season.
Possessing plenty of pace, and a proven ability to find the try line, To'a is definitely worth a look.
Tommy Talau (Tigers, CTW) - $208,200
2019 Average: N/A
A former Australian Schoolboy who is widely being tipped to snatch the centre position vacated by Esan Marsters.
Played just one game for the Tigers last season, but in his nine appearances for their reserve grade side Western Suburbs, the 19-year-old scored four tries and averaged over 100 metres.
The centre-wing position is where cheapies are like gold, and Talau is one you should definitely have somewhere in your side, especially if he's handed a starting spot.
Tanah Boyd (Titans, HFB) - $168,100
2019 Average: 20.5
Given Ash Taylor's struggles in 2019, there is still plenty of uncertainty surrounding the make up of theTitans' halves.
Whilst Taylor will no doubt line up in the seven jersey in round one, Tanah Boyd should be considered a genuine option for later in the season should the Titans struggle again in 2020.
A former Queensland under-18s and under-20s star who's been compared to Alfie Langer, Boyd was lured to the Titans from rivals Brisbane and made his debut in round 24 last season.
Isaac Lumelume (Storm, CTW) - $168,100
2019 Average: N/A
Isaac Lumelume, a Fijian international and former NSW u20s representative, is a genuine chance to nab a starting centre position in Craig Bellamy's backline in 2020.
With Curtis Scott now a Raider and Will Chambers playing Japanese rugby, both positions are there for the taking.
While Justin Olam will undoubtedly be handed the left centre spot, Lumelume's hard-running with be an invaluable asset for the Storm if picked.
Josh Curran (Warriors, 2RF) - $174,300
2019 Average: 23
Was lured to the Warriors from the Roosters mid-season in 2019, playing three games for the Kiwis in the back-end of the year, averaging 26 minutes off the bench.
The 20-year-old represented New South Wales at under-16, under-18 and under-20 levels, proving he's a standout talent for his age.
Shown he's capable of 80 minutes at Canterbury Cup level and will therefore be looking for more game timefrom Stephen Kearney in 2020.
Jason Saab (Dragons, CTW)
2019 Average: 41
It all boils down to Paul McGregor's round one team selection, but if Jason Saab is handed an opportunity on the Dragons' wing he would be a great option.
Saab is a towering winger who possesses plenty of pace and scoring ability, as shown by his three tries across two matches in 2019
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Interesting that a lot of those prices are lower than what is on the team picker at this point in time. That’s good news.
In saying that, I don’t think we’re getting anywhere near that amount of rookies come round 1. They may very well pop up later in the year, but I’m predicting cash generation will be a lot slower than last year with limited rookies we’ll get for the start of the season.
In saying that, I don’t think we’re getting anywhere near that amount of rookies come round 1. They may very well pop up later in the year, but I’m predicting cash generation will be a lot slower than last year with limited rookies we’ll get for the start of the season.
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A couple of players to consider for the upcoming season over the next couple of posts.
R Papenhuyzen (FB):
2019 Games Played: 20
2019 Minutes Played: 761
2019 Avg Minutes: 38.05
2019 Avg Points Per Minute: 1.37
2019 Total Points: 1039
2019 Avg: 51.95
2020 Price (?): $508,200
RD8 Onwards: 63.69 from 16
80+ minutes: 95.33 from 6
40+ minutes: 89.25 from 8
<40 minutes: 27.08 from 12
A couple of players to consider for the upcoming season over the next couple of posts.
R Papenhuyzen (FB):
2019 Games Played: 20
2019 Minutes Played: 761
2019 Avg Minutes: 38.05
2019 Avg Points Per Minute: 1.37
2019 Total Points: 1039
2019 Avg: 51.95
2020 Price (?): $508,200
RD8 Onwards: 63.69 from 16
80+ minutes: 95.33 from 6
40+ minutes: 89.25 from 8
<40 minutes: 27.08 from 12
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D Fifita (2RF):
2019 Games Played: 23
2019 Minutes Played: 1289
2019 Avg Minutes: 56.04
2019 Avg Points Per Minute: 0.96
2019 Total Points: 1242
2019 Avg: 54
2020 Price (?): $501,900
Pre Bye: 39.09 from 11
Post Bye: 67.67 from 12
80+ minutes: 70.7 from 10
40+ minutes: 65.29 from 14
<40 minutes: 36.44 from 9
2019 Games Played: 23
2019 Minutes Played: 1289
2019 Avg Minutes: 56.04
2019 Avg Points Per Minute: 0.96
2019 Total Points: 1242
2019 Avg: 54
2020 Price (?): $501,900
Pre Bye: 39.09 from 11
Post Bye: 67.67 from 12
80+ minutes: 70.7 from 10
40+ minutes: 65.29 from 14
<40 minutes: 36.44 from 9
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S Johnson (HFB/5/8):
2019 Games Played: 17
2019 Minutes Played: 1297
2019 Avg Minutes: 76.29
2019 Avg Points Per Minute: 0.83
2019 Total Points: 1071
2019 Avg: 63
2020 Price (?): $585,500
Pre Bye: 48.33 from 6
Post Bye: 71 from 11
80+ minutes: 69.73 from 15
40+ minutes: 63 from 17
<40 minutes: 5 from 1
2015-2018 SC Avg: 69.18 from 78
2019 Games Played: 17
2019 Minutes Played: 1297
2019 Avg Minutes: 76.29
2019 Avg Points Per Minute: 0.83
2019 Total Points: 1071
2019 Avg: 63
2020 Price (?): $585,500
Pre Bye: 48.33 from 6
Post Bye: 71 from 11
80+ minutes: 69.73 from 15
40+ minutes: 63 from 17
<40 minutes: 5 from 1
2015-2018 SC Avg: 69.18 from 78
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A Koroisau (HOK)
2019 Games Played: 20
2019 Minutes Played: 887
2019 Avg Minutes: 44.35
2019 Avg Points Per Minute: 0.82
2019 Total Points: 729
2019 Avg: 36.45
2020 Price (?): $338,800
Pre Bye: 38.14 from 14
Post Bye: 32.5 from 6
80+ minutes: 0 from 0
40+ minutes: 41.25 from 12
<40 minutes: 29.25 from 8
2015-2018 SC Avg: 54.36 from 70
Has now moved to Penrith and 2019 was the 1st time in the past 5 seasons with his avg minutes below 65.
2019 Games Played: 20
2019 Minutes Played: 887
2019 Avg Minutes: 44.35
2019 Avg Points Per Minute: 0.82
2019 Total Points: 729
2019 Avg: 36.45
2020 Price (?): $338,800
Pre Bye: 38.14 from 14
Post Bye: 32.5 from 6
80+ minutes: 0 from 0
40+ minutes: 41.25 from 12
<40 minutes: 29.25 from 8
2015-2018 SC Avg: 54.36 from 70
Has now moved to Penrith and 2019 was the 1st time in the past 5 seasons with his avg minutes below 65.
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J Trbojevic (2RF):
2019 Games Played: 23
2019 Minutes Played: 1804
2019 Avg Minutes: 78.43
2019 Avg Points Per Minute: 0.8
2019 Total Points: 1445
2019 Avg: 62.83
2020 Price (?): $583,900
Pre Bye: 64.07 from 14
Post Bye: 60.89 from 9
80+ minutes: 67.06 from 17
40+ minutes: 62.83 from 23
<40 minutes: 0 from 0
2016-2018 SC Avg: 70.07 from 69
2019 Games Played: 23
2019 Minutes Played: 1804
2019 Avg Minutes: 78.43
2019 Avg Points Per Minute: 0.8
2019 Total Points: 1445
2019 Avg: 62.83
2020 Price (?): $583,900
Pre Bye: 64.07 from 14
Post Bye: 60.89 from 9
80+ minutes: 67.06 from 17
40+ minutes: 62.83 from 23
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In 2020 NRL SuperCoaches will enjoy a $200,000 boost to their salary cap - but they’ll need it with five players starting over $700,000 in 2020 compared to just one in 2019.
WE NEED TO TALK ABOUT CENTRE/WING (CTW)
The first thing you will notice when you start picking your 2020 squad is that picking you CTW is going to be a whole lot harder.
The following true backrowers (2RF) have lost their dual-position status:
John Bateman
Elliott Whitehead
Corey Harawira-Naera
Briton Nikora
In addition, 2019 2RF/CTW king Manu M’au has left the game altogether and gone to play in the Super League.
To make things even harder, the following fullbacks (FLB) are no longer also available at CTW:
Charnze Nicoll Klokstad
Clint Gutherson
Caleb Aekins
Gerard Beale
It’s not all doom and gloom though, these players newly dual-position eligible at CTW:
Alex Glenn - When things got desperate out wide at the Broncos near the end of the season Glenn was picked to fill the gap at centre. However, even when playing the full 80 minutes at 2RF Glenn is only a 45-50PPG player so he makes little appeal as a safe CTW pick.
Isaah Yeo - This little bit of serendipity does appeal though with Isaah Yeo being gifted dual 2RF/CTW eligibility after covering in the backline through the middle of the 2019 season. Yeo flirted with being legitimately SC relevant in 2018 averaging 57PPG playing big minutes in the backrow. Yeo’s injury interrupted 2019 sees him priced considerably below that career peak and should he perform well in the pre-season he’ll have some appeal as a set and forget CTW to carry you through the first 10-12 rounds.
Adam Doueihi - last season Doueihi took over as fullback at the Rabbitohs from round 17 and made a decent fist of it, he could be a decent mid-range option at CTW if he has a good pre-season.
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Zac Lomax - Set to get first shot at making the fullback jersey his own at the Dragons, Lomax does not gain CTW status, he already was one, but he gains FLB and retains CTW status. If Lomax does win the job, and kicks goals, he could ease some of your pain at the position.
William Kennedy - The man-of-the-match in the Canterbury Cup NSW Grand Final, Kennedy played two games for the Sharks at fullback in 2019 and gains CTW status for 2020.
Nick Meaney - the flashy young Bulldog gains CTW designation after splitting his time between FLB and CTW in 2019 however, he has not proved to be SC relevant at either position to date.
OTHER POSITIONAL CHANGES
PLAYERS WHO HAVE LOST DUAL-POSITION STATUS
Cameron Munster - loses dual 5/8|FLB and is 5/8 only.
Kalyn Ponga - loses dual 5/8|FLB and is FLB only.
David Klemmer - loses dual FRF/2RF and is FRF only.
Josh Papalii - loses dual FRF/2RF and is FRF only.
Mitchell Moses - loses 5/8|HFB and is HFB only.
Martin Taupau - loses 2RF/FRF and is FRF only.
Valentine Holmes - When Holmes left the game to try his luck in the NFL he was a CTW/FLB. He has returned to the NRL for 2020 and will do so at FLB only.
Sio Siua Taukeiaho - loses 2RF/FRF and is FRF only.
Jayden Okunbor - loses his 2RF eligibility and is CTW only.
Dale Finucane - loses FRF/2RF and is 2RF only.
Shaun Lane - loses FRF/2RF and is 2RF only.
Jack Bird - Loses 5/8 dual and is CTW only.
Jack Wighton - loses FLB|5/8 and is 5/8 only.
Nelson Asofa-Solomona - Seemingly big enough to play two spots at once, NAS nevertheless loses dual 2RF/FRF eligibility in 2020 to be FRF only.
Benji Marshall - was HFB|5/8 in 2019 but just 5/8 in 2020.
Adam Blair - loses dual FRF/2RF and is 2RF only.
Kotoni Staggs - loses dual CTW/2RF and is CTW only.
Kerrod Holland - loses dual HOK/CTW and is CTW only.
Bryce Cartwright - The ‘Carty Party’ is only open at 2RF in 2020.
Jeremy Marshall-King - after evolving from a half who could play at hooker into an 80-minute hooker, ‘JMK’ is HKR only in 2020.
Nathaniel Roache - loses HOK/CTW to be just HOK in 2020.
Nick Cotric - the rise of Nicoll-Klokstad at the Raiders sees Cotric lose FLB to become CTW only.
Jacob Host - the popular 2019 cheapie started nine games last season all in the backrow (with a further eight games off the interchange) and loses dual FRF/2RF to be 2RF only.
Dunamis Lui - Lui loses his dual FRF/2RF status and will be FRF only.
Karl Lawton - The oft-wounded Warrior loses his HFB/HOK designation and is HOK only.
Tui Kamikamica - The Storm star of the future is a true middle forward not an edge and loses his dual FRF/2RF status to be just FRF.
Sione Katoa - He’s left Penrith to join the Bulldogs as backup hooker and leaves his dual position status behind him too, Katoa is no longer HOK/2RF and is now solely HOK.
Tom Amone - I’ll own this one, I had pushed for Amone to be dual FRF/2RF listed to start 2019 but I got it wrong, the big guy is FRF only in 2020.
PLAYERS WHO HAVE GAINED DUAL-POSITION STATUS
Latrell Mitchell - Gains FLB so now dual CTW/FLB after making it clear that in 2020 his goal is to make the custodian jumper his own.
Cameron McInnes - gains 2RF status after playing periods in the backrow last year and with the Dragons having signed hooker Issac Luke in the off-season he looks set to play significantly more time at lock in 2020.
Anthony Milford - The Broncos were a bit of a mess through their spine in 2019 with Milford splitting his time between five-eighth and fullback. Pre-season talk is Milford will play five-eigth in 2020 but we’re throwing him dual 5/8|FLB designation anyway.
Kodi Nikorima - utility at Warriors gains 5/8 to go with HFB to become dual 5/8|HFB.
Chanel Harris-Tavita - another Warriors playmaker, ‘CHT’ gains dual HFB|5/8 status.
Brendan Elliot - Manly’s first-choice fullback Tom Trbojevic had a shocking run of injuries in 2019 and Elliot proved an able understudy in the position. He gains FLB/CTW dual status.
Jack Cogger - the Bulldogs playmaker gains 5/8 to go with his existing HFB designation.
Scott Drinkwater - after injury kept Drinkwater out of the game until round 15 last season, his hopes of retaining the fullback role at the Cowboys took a blow when the club signed Valentine Holmes. A former Australian Schoolboys half, Drinkwater is now a chance to shift to five-eighth for the club and so is dual FLB|5/8.
Jake Turpin - Turpin made eight starts in the halves for the Broncos last year and therefore starts 2020 with dual HOK/HFB status.
Darius Boyd - The Broncos skipper split his time between FLB and 5/8 in 2019 and so gets dual position (FLB|5/8) in 2020. He’s just as likely to play on the wing mind you, best bet would be to not select him in your team.
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The 20 most expensive players in 2020
James Tedesco $781,500
Payne Haas $728,200
Jason Taumalolo $723,400
Tom Trbojevic $714,800
Damien Cook $705,500
Cameron Smith $684,600
John Bateman $668,200
Roger Tuivasa-Sheck $659,800
Latrell Mitchell $653,100
Cameron Murray$644,900
Cameron Munster $644,400
Kalyn Ponga $634,300
Cameron McInnes $633,200
Nathan Cleary$631,500
Ryan Matterson $626,200
David Klemmer $617,400
James Fisher-Harris $615,700
Addin Fonua-Blake $612,900
Josh Papalii $605,300
David Nofoaluma $604,700
James Tedesco $781,500
Payne Haas $728,200
Jason Taumalolo $723,400
Tom Trbojevic $714,800
Damien Cook $705,500
Cameron Smith $684,600
John Bateman $668,200
Roger Tuivasa-Sheck $659,800
Latrell Mitchell $653,100
Cameron Murray$644,900
Cameron Munster $644,400
Kalyn Ponga $634,300
Cameron McInnes $633,200
Nathan Cleary$631,500
Ryan Matterson $626,200
David Klemmer $617,400
James Fisher-Harris $615,700
Addin Fonua-Blake $612,900
Josh Papalii $605,300
David Nofoaluma $604,700