NRL Fantasy 2019 part 54

If SJ returns Rd13 is he a viable POD half. Just seeing where I can cut back?

Liverpool_Bulldog wrote:If SJ returns Rd13 is he a viable POD half. Just seeing where I can cut back?

If he stays fit, then yes.

Rabbit wrote:

So now you’re a lip reader as well as the ruler of all things LBGTP and virtuous here.

In my opinion, I don’t care what he fucking said. Couldn’t care less. It’s a tough game, you’ve obviously never played. What happens on the field stays on the field. I’m sick of this virtue signalling shit for 1 % of the population. Harden the fuck up.

"What happens on the field stays on the field" - I know you're old-school Rabs but the NRL have been pretty consistent in saying that racism is not OK. Players have been fined for racist comments on the field in the past and I think this should fall in the same category given that NRL have publicly said they are anti-discrimination in all kinds, assuming he said what we think he said. He has denied it and no other player has made comment so we have to move on.

I'm curious, why is "you’ve obviously never played" always your go-to argument? Is it used just to stir people up because you think it will be perceived as insulting or is it more of a case you think people who haven't played the game deserve less input?

filthridden wrote:

"What happens on the field stays on the field" - I know you're old-school Rabs but the NRL have been pretty consistent in saying that racism is not OK. Players have been fined for racist comments on the field in the past and I think this should fall in the same category given that NRL have publicly said they are anti-discrimination in all kinds, assuming he said what we think he said. He has denied it and no other player has made comment so we have to move on.

I'm curious, why is "you’ve obviously never played" always your go-to argument? Is it used just to stir people up because you think it will be perceived as insulting or is it more of a case you think people who haven't played the game deserve less input?

That's kind of the point though isn't it? Why carry on from just what was seen on camera. If he wasn't on camera at that time, nothing would have come of this.

wolfking wrote:
How many times do we hear swearing over the refs mic's during a game?  I admit racist slurs are a no go, but the likes of what Thompson was saying is never used in the context that the word actually means, it's just a word.  If someone wants to be homophobic towards someone, one would know about it.  This was just slagging on the field, nothing more.

Just because he was caught on camera to what seemes to be what is said via lip reading, pfft.  If the camera didn't pan on him during that time, nothing would come of it.  Move on, it's pathetic IMO.

I can't agree for a second that homophobic slurs are OK, doesn't matter whether it's directed at someone who is gay or not.
Normalising the language is harmful.

I'm gonna move on from this because you, Rabs and myself have very different views and nothing constructive will come from any further dialogue.

At what point in the game did it happen?

Joey Superior wrote:Just noticed I have no Worriers players in my team. And that makes me Happy.

It used to be my golden rule playing fantasy but Tohu was too hard to pass up the other year, Keighran and CHT were good enough this year and it looks like I'll be bringing in RTS in a round or two :/

filthridden wrote:

It used to be my golden rule playing fantasy but Tohu was too hard to pass up the other year, Keighran and CHT were good enough this year and it looks like I'll be bringing in RTS in a round or two :/

I’m going to be very tempted by Tofu again in a round or two.

filthridden wrote:

I'm curious, why is "you’ve obviously never played" always your go-to argument?

I think its pretty clear that he has nothing else to fall back on (unless you count boasting about his golf scores, which is about as relevant)

filthridden wrote:It used to be my golden rule playing fantasy but Tohu was too hard to pass up the other year, Keighran and CHT were good enough this year and it looks like I'll be bringing in RTS in a round or two :/

Harris was good last year, not so much this year. I reckon CHT would of stayed in most teams if Niko didn't come.

I just have no idea what to do with Lomax!

POI
Dunn - Should be on the left side which sees a tonne of ball from the cowboys. Big body so could see some TB's against smaller halves and wingmen
Cust - playing well, JS is rough and could see a back seat if he keeps his spot when DCE is back
Kenny - Not long until Katoa is dropped and Kenny is first choice hooker.

I think all signs are pointing to keeping Lomax, hope he busts out an inevtiable 50 and ride the wave until R17.

StormTrooper96 wrote:I just have no idea what to do with Lomax!

POI
Dunn - Should be on the left side which sees a tonne of ball from the cowboys. Big body so could see some TB's against smaller halves and wingmen
Cust - playing well, JS is rough and could see a back seat if he keeps his spot when DCE is back
Kenny - Not long until Katoa is dropped and Kenny is first choice hooker.

I think all signs are pointing to keeping Lomax, hope he busts out an inevtiable 50 and ride the wave until R17.

When in doubt, do nothing.
By your own calculations, he still has around 140k to make.

For what it's worth I had lomax on the chopping block myself but am keeping now for 16 and cash generation. ST your numbers before prove that similar cash made and a trade saved probably trumps the havili move for now

Noone else you can sacrifice?

Chucky wrote:
When in doubt, do nothing.
By your own calculations, he still has around 140k to make.

Yeah this is true. I guess I will save a much needed trade also and hope he can bang out a big score to boost that gain before he is traded out. Would be good if he takes Lafai's spot as that is Dragons go to edge.

Ponga Yeo the Mann wrote:For what it's worth I had lomax on the chopping block myself but am keeping now for 16 and cash generation. ST your numbers before prove that similar cash made and a trade saved probably trumps the havili move for now

Noone else you can sacrifice?

Already doing Martin and Drown > Brittain and Taupau + 309K ITB.

The rest are either final 17, still making cash or R12 players.

Main consideration for me now is Burns to Havili, starling, or no trades at all

I'm playing mainly for my H2H against mates so cash generation and maximising the effect of my trades trumps bye points to a degree

Burns does seem to be a great 18th man potentially

What say the fanatics?

Right so if all goes to plan for this round and next.

Lawrie > Taupau
Morgan > Havili
Rein > Smith
Carty > SJ

3 keepers brought in and a helping hand till RD16

StormTrooper96 wrote:

Already doing Martin and Drown > Brittain and Taupau + 309K ITB.

The rest are either final 17, still making cash or R12 players.

Looks like you're well set up then. Can't have them all

Becomes Brittain vs Havili then seemingly for you. Not clear cut at all

Brittain at 50 average makes what 100-110k? I might get burnt if he ends up playing 3-4 but I think missing him is the better play for my side

Sorry, silly question... when do the bye players lock out?

Ponga Yeo the Mann wrote:Main consideration for me now is Burns to Havili, starling, or no trades at all

Starling is going to get Baptiste/B Brailey type minutes and scores.