I’d have sooner gone for a quota centre personally too, but for whatever reason I don’t think it’s a priority for Cartwright. If it was I think we’d have at least been in for Nui and Milne this year when we had numerous spots to fill. 

I’m not sure we could easily get a better NRL back rower than Bell though. There’s a few exceptions but most of the only players willing to come over now are pretty inexperienced fringe players, it’s a big gamble you could get a gem but could also be an Ockunbor. Bell is proven quality and settled in SL. 

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He also made 170 meters, 3 line breaks and 3 try assist (although first one was very lucky).
Shows good running and passing game in these highlights 
https://www.nswrl.com.au/news/2025/03/08/the-knock-on-effect-nsw-cup-highlights--round-one---magpies-v-knights/
Hard to know the standard.
Joe Lovodua played hooker against him.

This is how I see it, people seem to be just putting a name out there. One thing that looks certain now the ridiculous Brown deal has been confirmed this morning is that Pryce will be on the move end of the season. I think he’ll have a few interested over here and depends on how much he’s enjoying it over there might get a similar gig in Aus as a squad player. If he wants to move now that would give us a little bit of an advantage if we are actually interested. 

Wasn't totally sold by Pryce during his time at Huddersfield and was quite surprised he got an NRL deal, however its easy to forget he's still only 22 years old.

Certainly a talent and isn't much better around who don't count to quota.

The Brown deal is bonkers, he is good, but he will be highest paid player in SL and ne where near that, 4 better players at the storm than him for a start.

Think this thread has now reached the end based on its title so will lock it. For new signings and possible options for 2026 I've created a new topic.