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Message: [QUOTE="Coxy, post: 2390798, member: 1764"] See that's what I don't get. Why isn't that enough to be a "long term first grade centre"? Sure, he might not be one of the all time greats, but as far as I'm concerned, an ability to break the line, get an offload away, push over the line from close range with strength and footwork, and a strong defensive capability are all great ingredients for a first grade centre. Sure, if he could run the 100 in 10 seconds, and get from standing to full pace in 3 steps he'd be supreme, but he's hardly slow (as exhibited by his brilliant long range try against Melbourne at Suncorp). What happens in 1, 2, 5 years time I have no idea. But the Broncos attacking methods would have to change significantly and Gagai/Copley step up 1000% to justify taking him out of the line up. Let's also not forget Hodges is in the twilight of his career, and it's conceivable he probably only has 2-3 years left in him. Yow Yeh looks potentially a good centre if he works out his defensive reading. The conundrum for me is what to do about Beale. He's a strong player, but is wing his best position? Probably not. Centre or fullback seems to be more suited to him. Maybe post-Hodges we're looking at: Hoffman Gagai Reed Beale Yow Yeh Hell, with Hodges' penchant for injuries that may well be a frequent backline next year anyway :P [/QUOTE]

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