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Titans' Spine Shake-up: Brimson Shifts to Five-Eighth
28 Nov
Summary
- AJ Brimson will play five-eighth for the Titans in 2026.
- Coach Josh Hannay is focused on developing Tino Fa'asuamaleaui as a leader.
- The club has secured re-signings of key players like Jayden Campbell.
Titans coach Josh Hannay has outlined his vision for the team's 2026 spine, notably planning to deploy AJ Brimson in the five-eighth role. This strategic move aims to leverage Brimson's versatility and create a potent combination with halfback Jayden Campbell and fullback Keano Kini. Despite Brimson's injury impacting pre-season training, Hannay sees significant potential in this new alignment.
A major focus for Hannay is nurturing captain Tino Fa'asuamaleaui's leadership. Recognizing Fa'asuamaleaui's desire for success, Hannay is committed to providing extensive support to enhance his development as both a player and a leader. This approach is part of a broader strategy to convince Fa'asuamaleaui to honour his long-term contract and remain a cornerstone of the club.
The club has also secured crucial re-signings of Jayden Campbell and Beau Fermor, which Hannay views as vital in building trust and demonstrating the team's future direction. These retention efforts are paramount amidst the expansion of the NRL competition, with Hannay working diligently to create an attractive environment for current and potential players.
