Jack Wighton still in NSW Blues State of Origin mix despite Canberra Raiders' NRL start

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Jack Wighton still in NSW Blues State of Origin mix despite Canberra Raiders' NRL start

Jack Wighton's still in the State of Origin mix despite the Canberra Raiders' poor start to the NRL season.

"If a side's battling it doesn't hurt someone's chances - unless someone has completely lost form altogether, which Jack hasn't," Blues advisor Greg Alexander said. "Jack's done a good job whenever he's been in the side, whether it's in the centres or off the bench - he's versatile. He's in the mix for both centre and No.14."

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I suspect he might get pipped by Papenhauzen for the 14 jumper but Jack’s form has been good this year.
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Papi only really covers FB and isn’t big or strong or tall enough for wing/centre/second row cover, and doesn’t play halves. Andrew Johns mentioned this the other day. Said Wighton covers basically every position except hooker, and he could probably play there too, making him the perfect 14.
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yeah Wighton should get the nod for exactly that reason... he can play fullback, wing, centre, halves, back row and lock
And frankly would probably scrap by at hooker if you absolutely had no other option

He's also an energy player who can breaks tackles with his running game against tired defenders.
He's a perfect #14 for origin footy. And he's one of few Raiders players who is actually playing pretty well. He'd be my pick but of course NSW selectors have never really done a great job, it wont shock me if they opt for Pap who really only covers 1 spot.
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I’d pick him and I think he deserves it but I just wonder whether there might be a push for Papi if he keeps his form up.
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He is a great player who would perform well as NSW 6.
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Personally, I’d like to see Jack starting in the NSW team and getting as much hands on the ball as possible throughout the game

Hell, even throw him the kicking duties!
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The Nickman wrote: April 29, 2022, 5:58 am Personally, I’d like to see Jack starting in the NSW team and getting as much hands on the ball as possible throughout the game

Hell, even throw him the kicking duties!
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He's not a Vlandysball centre at all. Too slow. If he's picked there above Staggs/Lomax/Talakai/Crichton it'll be an outrage
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Canberra Milk wrote: April 29, 2022, 4:18 pm He's not a Vlandysball centre at all. Too slow. If he's picked there above Staggs/Lomax/Talakai/Crichton it'll be an outrage
Jack isn't slow by any stretch. I'd say he's the exact opposite. He has legit good topline speed as shown by his insane kick-chase game and has power and acceleration to match just about any other NRL centre. If Jack was a centre he'd be in the Crichton/top bracket.
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BadnMean wrote: April 29, 2022, 6:29 pm
Canberra Milk wrote: April 29, 2022, 4:18 pm He's not a Vlandysball centre at all. Too slow. If he's picked there above Staggs/Lomax/Talakai/Crichton it'll be an outrage
Jack isn't slow by any stretch. I'd say he's the exact opposite. He has legit good topline speed as shown by his insane kick-chase game and has power and acceleration to match just about any other NRL centre. If Jack was a centre he'd be in the Crichton/top bracket.
I've observed him carefully, and IMO he's definitely lost a bit in the past couple of years - likely as a result of becoming heavier.

RE his chances for Origin: as has been said already, he's just about the perfect 14 for rep football and in good form room. No brainer to pick him.
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My issue with Jack at 14, covering lots of positions, is Jack has to try and remember which position he is playing at the time.

Jack has a lot of strengths, but thinking, and adapting are not on that list.
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The Nickman wrote: April 29, 2022, 5:58 am Personally, I’d like to see Jack starting in the NSW team and getting as much hands on the ball as possible throughout the game

Hell, even throw him the kicking duties!
Id like to say he would be good at kicking for touch but if he knows it needs to be out on the full he’d probably put up a mid field bomb?
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The Nickman wrote: April 29, 2022, 5:58 am Personally, I’d like to see Jack starting in the NSW team and getting as much hands on the ball as possible throughout the game

Hell, even throw him the kicking duties!
As long as the Panthers halves stay fit they will be the NSW halves imo. They were selected their last year and only injury broke them up. They are the halves of the undefeated Panthers so I reckon they are specials for NSW selection. Welcome back Nickman.
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NSW Blues coach Brad Fittler backs Jack Wighton despite two-game ban, says Nick Cotric in Origin frame

Jack Wighton has been suspended for two weeks, but NSW coach Brad Fittler believes there's still time for the Raider to prove he's worthy of Blues selection. He also says Nick Cotric is in the frame for Origin.

"I love watching Nick play. I think his form has been good," Fittler said. "He's getting back to what he knows he's good at. He runs a lot, he's hard to tackle and makes tackle breaks, and he's doing a lot of it out of his own end.

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What games is Fred watching?

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Question wrote: May 2, 2022, 5:43 pm What games is Fred watching?

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There’s gotta be another Nick Cotric.
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Yap wrote:
Question wrote: May 2, 2022, 5:43 pm What games is Fred watching?

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-PJ- wrote: May 2, 2022, 6:24 pm There’s gotta be another Nick Cotric.
I don't see all Freddie's appearances but from what I can tell he rarely speaks badly about a player. And especially not one who has been in his squads/who might be a few injuries away from being in a squad again. I remember him being pretty gentle and positive in the media even when Fergo or Latrell mucked up.

I'm sure there's exceptions (maybe specific foul play or something) but he's generally on the "positives, build them up, good vibes only" kind of guy in the press.

He generally ha something good to say about whoever they ask about so I wouldn't read too much into it. If anything it might be some advice to Nic on doing what he does best- get involved, run more, run hard. But I'm not sure if Freddy is that subtle.
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Nick Cotric reacts to shock NSW Blues talk ahead of 100th match for Raiders

Nick Cotric has caught the eye of NSW Blues coach Brad Fittler but the Raiders winger admits he still has work to do at club level before he starts thinking about State of Origin.

"I've got to work on my game, get a bit better, just to feel good, have more confidence," Cotric said. "I've got to find my rhythm again and I'm slowly getting it back. I'm just focusing on getting my role for the team right."

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Article in SMH suggesting it is between Hynes and Wighton for the bench spot.

At first I thought it was crazy but considering there is no natural fullback cover for Tedesco if something happens (since Turbo and Latrell are both injured), Hynes makes a little more sense as he can cover all 4 spine positions well. Wighton hasn’t played fullback since 2018.

Would actually prefer Wighton misses out as we need him for that Roosters game.
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Wighton has to be in the 17 somewhere

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My team

1. Tedesco
2. Adds-Carr
3. Critchon
4. Staggs
5. To’o
6. Luai
7. Cleary
8. Paulo
9. Api K
10. Haas
11. Martin
12. Murray
13. Yeo

14. Wighton
15. Sims
16. Trbjovic
17. RCG


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Dusty wrote:My team

1. Tedesco
2. Adds-Carr
3. Critchon
4. Staggs
5. To’o
6. Luai
7. Cleary
8. Paulo
9. Api K
10. Haas
11. Martin
12. Murray
13. Yeo

14. Wighton
15. Sims
16. Trbjovic
17. RCG


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Wighton should be left centre. Best defender. Tough. That's how you win Origin.

When I think about who should play for NSW. I think who would Qld pick. There is no way Qld would leave their toughest, most experienced and best defensive centre for 2 debutantes.
well, I guess you could say that I'm buy curious.
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