Ben Hunt has signed a two-year contract with the Broncos, following his release from the Dragons. Hunt's signing is seen as a significant coup for the Brisbane team, which is expected to challenge for the premiership under new coach Michael Maguire. The deal will see Hunt playing alongside Adam Reynolds and potentially Ezra Mam, though Mam's status is uncertain due to a drug-driving charge. The arrival of Hunt adds depth and experience to the Broncos' roster, but also creates competition for playing spots, particularly in the hooker position, where the team already has several capable players.
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Reynolds is tipped to retire after this season, in which case Hunt would fill the No.7 jersey in 2026, though young star Coby Black is the long-term playmaking hope of the club and his readiness for NRL football will be closely monitored. The odd-man out: Jock Madden, a fair playmaker with ambitions for more regular football, which are set to be frustrated.The Broncos’ lengthy list of hookers was already a major talking point before Hunt’s arrival.
Yet the other unknown is whether it proves feasible for Walters to remain with the club after the emotional sacking of his father, club legend Kevin Walters, as coach. Matt Arthur, son of axed Eels coach Brad Arthur, departed for the Knights under less heated circumstances despite having a clear opportunity to become Parramatta’s long-term hooker.
All told, it’s an enviable scenario for new coach Michael Maguire, who has the opportunity to win both now and into the future at Brisbane. And wouldn’t it be poetic justice if Hunt won a title at Brisbane after his dropped-ball nightmare in the golden point grand final of 2015?Every other club that chased Hunt would clearly have been better for his arrival. Now, they’re back to either status quo or the drawing board.
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