Newcastle Knights 2024

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Newcastle Knights recruitment and positional battles key to success

A three-way halves battle, a role adjustment for Phoenix Crossland and expectation on a Penrith Panthers junior to fill the sizeable hole left by Dominic Young’s departure.

BEST 17

1 Kalyn Ponga
2 Tom Jenkins
3 Dane Gagai
4 Bradman Best
5 Greg Marzhew
6 Tyson Gamble
7 Jackson Hastings
8 Jacob Saifiti
9 Jayden Brailey
10 Daniel Saifiti
11 Tyson Frizell
12 Kai Pearce Paul
13 Adam Elliott

14 Phoenix Crossland
15 Jack Hetherington
16 Leo Thompson
17 Dylan Lucas

Read more: https://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/sport ... f6e720b211

[President Clinton]

I think the Knights will take a step backwards in 2024.

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Knights predicted Round 1 team and 2024 overview

Having tested their depth in almost all positions on the field last season, coach Adam O'Brien has hit the market to ensure his squad is well equipped for the year ahead after farewelling 10 players including Dom Young (Roosters), Lachlan Fitzgibbon (Warrington) and Kurt Mann (Bulldogs).

Predicted Round 1 team

1. Kalyn Ponga
2. Tom Jenkins
3. Dane Gagai
4. Bradman Best
5. Greg Marzhew
6. Tyson Gamble
7. Jackson Hastings
8. Daniel Saifiti
9. Jayden Brailey
10. Leo Thompson
11. Tyson Frizell
12. Dylan Lucas
13. Adam Elliott

14. Phoenix Crossland
15. Jacob Saifiti
16. Jack Hetherington
17. Jed Cartwright

Read more: https://www.nrl.com/news/2024/01/06/act ... -overview/