Jacob Arthur

[eaglebuzz]

Is Brad Arthur the Executive Producer of the Manly Way? Jakob is front and centre every episode it’s getting sickly.

I think it's because he's a good trainer, and a lot of the senior players aren't back yet.

 

[LeonardCohen]

I’m a small f fan of him as well just concerned there is too much emphasis being put on him in this series. Kind of like Sam Walker at Rorters.

Let him come back from his injury and show some form on the field as a first step.

Difficult being behind DCE but clearly 25/26 is about the transition and Walsh & Co are far from ready with JArthur next man up.

I wouldn’t stress about too much emphasis…Sam Walker’s was at an NRL/mass media level, whereas this a 20 minute training bites for Manly diehards. Media outlets don’t care that he is an enthusiastic trainer with a strong voice around the train and trial squad.

 

[LeonardCohen]

Waxing lyrical about Dalai’s son 🤢

 

[Woodsie]

Get the feeling that although Jacob may be forgotten by many Silvertails ... he is still in the mix of the coaching staff ... may still paly an important role this year if injuries hit.

 

[rmd]

Yep, he is a good back up for DCE or Brooks.

I thought he may be an option for 13, however, he doesn't have the weight to do so.

 

[Ranga]

I rate him and he is in my 17 to start the year (probably the no.14).

To my way of thinking, we need competitors and Arthur competes on every play. He won’t ease his way into the season - he missed too much footy last year and has a contract to play for. He’ll be desperate.

 

[manly al]

Now that Jamie Humphrys has moved on , not a lot of depth in the halves so Jacob could be thereabouts to cover but really can only see as a 6 .
Outside chance that he could adapt to a 13 role but would have to show this fairly early in the trials for instance .
Unlikely to develop into a real impact type player but quite tidy in his general game playing ability so has something worthwhile to offer

 

[Rafferty]

I rate him and he is in my 17 to start the year (probably the no.14).

To my way of thinking, we need competitors and Arthur competes on every play. He won’t ease his way into the season - he missed too much footy last year and has a contract to play for. He’ll be desperate.

I don’t mind the idea he becomes our utility this year, gives him game time and the squad some flexibility. Definitely an experiment worth testing.

His best attribute undoubtedly is his competitive nature. I also hope he makes the 17 and cements his place, bulks up over the next 12 to 24 months then transition into our 13 in a very much Yeo kind of way.

Give me a side full of competitive types any day, BK was one, those type of players drive sides to achieve things. Not saying JA is a BK by any means, but he definitely brings that kind of energy driven desire.

 

[maxta]

I rate hime an honest Lawton workhorse type, but not as strong, yet better ball player.
Was rated a chance to develop into a 13, but surely a lightweightv option....has the versability to cover in the halves and dummy half also and who knows, just maybe a 13 once the bite has gone out of the game back end of each half....so as a bench is possible, but I reckon won't make 17 early.

 

[Mark from Brisbane]

I rate him and he is in my 17 to start the year (probably the no.14).

To my way of thinking, we need competitors and Arthur competes on every play. He won’t ease his way into the season - he missed too much footy last year and has a contract to play for. He’ll be desperate.

An interesting option , but yes as a Benchie he could fill a few roles so would be a reasonable choice ( selection wise ).

 

[Seagles68]

I really want to see something in the trials coz even with the injury and his honest performances, I don't see him as any great game breaker. I also thought he might have bulked up a bit more already. He seems like a good kid and I hope he does come on. But I feel it has to be this year or he might be moved on.

 

[lsz]

Not sure you would carry him on the bench when it seems like outside backs are more of a choice.

As others have said he is not really a 13, I would think he is not a 9 so you are putting a player on the bench for either of two our most durable players

 

[mave]

You can't teach ultra competitiveness, and he has it in spades.

Unfortunately I see him as the wrong body type for what could/should be his best position (13). He just has to get bigger imo.

 

[LeonardCohen]

He lacks talent. Seems like he has a good head on his shoulders and is super fit but his skill set is pretty limited. He has an unorthodox (albeit occasionally-effective) passing game and limited acceleration. He is a quality backup option and is contracted accordingly.

Personally, I don’t see a star in the making and am happy to see him used as depth in the halves until such time as he looks for more money or a starting position at a club like Canberra or the Gold Coast.

 

[Tragic Eagle]

i reckon Arthur will have a good season he has worked hard and looks to have bulked up. IMO he has a high ceiling. I rate him.

 

[Disco]

For all the Walsh and Large hype, Arthur will be first drop as halves cover in 25.

Good cover too.

That said dont think he has it as a long term starting option hence the Walsh and Large recruitment.

 

[Bloke on the hill]

Will be interesting to see how he goes, my thoughts are that he may captain B.W. this year & called up into F.G. here & there if required.

 

[Woodsie]

Will be interesting to see how he goes, my thoughts are that he may captain B.W. this year & called up into F.G. here & there if required.

What is b.W.? ...

 

[double hoops]

What is b.W.? ...

BW
abbreviation
1
bacteriological warfare; biological warfare
2
black and white
3
body weight😂

 

[maxta]

What is b.W.? ...

Blacktown workers