Five NRL clubs have new head coaches for the 2021 season, but Andrew Voss isn’t predicting any immediate success for any of them.
The Warriors, Bulldogs, Dragons, Cowboys and Broncos enter this year with a new voice at the helm, but Voss expects none of them to feature in the finals series.
Speaking on SEN 1170 Breakfast, Voss warned the five men to expect a tough year.
“Take a look at the clubs who have new coaches in 2021, the number is five,” Voss said.
“Nathan Brown is at the Warriors, Trent Barrett is at the Bulldogs, Anthony Griffin is at the Dragons, Todd Payten is at the Cowboys and Kevin Walters is at the Broncos.
“These men are now strapped into the rollercoaster for the season, there’s no getting off.
“If I’m being honest, I have none of these coaches making the finals this season.
“Tough times for them could start very early.
“The Dragons are under huge pressure. Say a prayer if they’re to lose the local derby big this Sunday night against the Sharks, their trial form doesn’t get you inspired.
“Look at the Broncos, coming off a wooden spoon year they have a massive opening game against Parramatta, they’re rank outsiders.
“The Warriors, Cowboys and Bulldogs have rarely been finals regulars lately.
“My advice to these coaches if the season gets torrid as I expect for them, is some words from Winston Churchill.
“When you’re going through hell, keep going.”
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