Footy IQ breaks down the Adam Doueihi situation at the Wests Tigers — and takes a different angle to most of the coverage. The guys argue that most every current NRL commentator or ex-player in media was a 300-game star, and their idea of what “being a team player” means is shaped by never having to sacrifice their spot — a perspective most guys in Doueihi’s position never get.
We cover the full timeline (the Luai release fallout, the team-sheet snub, the judiciary hearing, the 56-10 loss to Canberra) and make the case that Doueihi could repair a lot of the fallout simply by admitting it was an emotional decision and that he’s genuinely invested in the club.
Plus: how rare is it for an NRL player to actually say he’d rather stay in his position in reserve grade than switch roles in first grade? We also cover Ethan Sanders’ rise as a genuine game-controlling half for Canberra, and how well Cronulla’s halves pairing is gelling with their reshuffled bench. Full NRL Round 21 breakdown. Subscribe for weekly episodes.
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