LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
Manly and the Broncos asserted themselves as early NRL premiership contenders, with Tom Trbojevic leading the Sea Eagles to a dominant 42-12 victory over the Cowboys.
Trbojevic, who had a stellar performance with two try assists, 208 metres gained, a line-break, and eight tackles broken, proved that he is in for a standout season if he remains healthy.
The fullback's display debunked suggestions to move him to the centre position to lighten his workload, a proposal made by former NRL player Joel Caine.
Caine argued that players like Trbojevic should not be tasked with the physical demands of bringing the ball up the field and should instead be stationed in less strenuous roles like the centre position.
However, Trbojevic's performance demonstrated that he thrives in his current role and that his impact would be diminished if he were to be moved.
Despite the suggestion, Trbojevic's staggering salary of $1.2 million per season makes it unlikely that Manly would ever consider switching his position.
While Caine proposed that Trbojevic could still contribute effectively from a wider position, it is evident that his influence and involvement in the game are maximized when he plays at fullback.
As Trbojevic continues to dazzle in his current role, it is clear that any talk of moving him to the centre position would only serve to limit his potential impact on the field.