'Give him more': Early call on young gun, Brooks move forces Manly into halves dilemma

"Should they be persistent with him? Should they keep holding him back the way they are? Or give him a bit more of a taste?"

These crucial questions were raised by Braith Anasta as discussions heat up about the future of young halfback Joey Walsh with the Manly Sea Eagles.

Walsh has been advancing swiftly through the club's ranks, and his notable performances in the lower grades have sparked conversations about when-not if-he will receive a more consistent opportunity in first-grade football.

"I would have liked to see them give Joey more of a taste off the bench," Anasta stated during an episode of NRL 360.

The growing consensus is that Walsh has the potential to make a significant impact if given the chance, intensifying the dilemma faced by the club regarding their current halfback arrangements.

As decisions loom around the lineup, the management at Manly may have to weigh the value of experience against the fresh energy that Walsh could bring to the team.

With the clock ticking and pressure mounting, all eyes will be on the Manly administration to see how they navigate this pivotal point in Walsh's development, balancing immediate team needs with the promise of future talent.

The upcoming games could be crucial in determining Walsh's role in the Sea Eagles' strategies going forward.