Every year comes with a prediction that teams will be a lot closer competitively.

Personally I think Wigan and KR will be the lead teams again.

Warrington might be close. Still not convinced Leeds have the complete squad, same with Saints plus add in the Wellens factor.

Cats are going backwards, don't see Giants improving either

Salford might be distracted by off field issues.

Can Hull improve with their new old squad?

Cas should improve, Wakey could either do a London or do a Leigh-23.

I agree this is our transition year but we should still be better than half the league

Lots I could and usually do say but I’ll keep this simple.
4th, and a shot at making the Grand Final if the injury Gods treat us kindly.:….
(And we can pick up a big athletic prop and a quality halfback with a strong kicking game).

If we can extend Ipape’s contract, and not lose any key players, I’d take an 8th placed finish, knowing it would put us in a good place for 2026

Personally, I think where we finish will be determined by the quality or otherwise of our next two overseas signings. Prospects could be enhanced even further with a certain British half back signing from that team of old duffers up the East Lancs Road.

Until our recruitment - and retention - is finalised then it is too soon for me, for the moment, to speculate.

My hopes and dreams for the new season. Get Edwin Ipape signed up until end of 2027 when he will probably join the PNG NRL team for 2028 and do the same with Lachlan Lam with both on marquee contracts. Get Jock Madden signed up quick and if Ben Condon does not materialise, use the remaining quota spot on a big dynamic prop. Hoping for a strong start to the season building towards a top four finish and a successful cup run.