3. Recruitment Impact

Earlier in the week I mentioned that the Bulldogs were the most aggressive, and successful in their recruiting ahead of the 2021 season. If they aren't, it's certainly the Titans, who were able to pull off the recruitment coup of 2020.

David Fifita's signing from traditional "big brother" the Broncos was massive in shaping the future of both clubs. The Titans now have a weapon forward with a big profile whilst delivering a shot to their most bitter of rivals. Perfect signing!

For mine though it is Tino Fa'asuamaleaui who will break through to become a major superstar this season. He was borderline uncontainable at times at the Storm. Given a larger role at the Titans will see him become an absolute monster.

MACKAY, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 02: Tino Fa'asuamaleaui of the Storm is tackled by Coen Hess of the Cowboys during the NRL Trial match between the Melbourne Storm and the North Queensland Cowboys on March 02, 2019 in Mackay, Australia. (Photo by Ian Hitchcock/Getty Images)

Herman Ese'ese will likely see big minutes after his shift. Sam McIntyre is a clever depth signing while Patrick Herbert could potentially step right into a centre position early on.

The Titans have recruited very well around their established stars. Losing Jai Arrow was unfortunate, while Ryan James is also a big loss. That said, they're replaced them with more dynamic, younger options and look a far better side moving forward.

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