The Gold Coast Titans come into 2024 with new direction, new leadership and a breath of fresh air around the club.
But whether that is enough to turn around the plight of a club who, on the whole, have struggled since they entered the competition almost two decades ago is anyone's guess.
What is assured for the Titans is that they have a number of players locked up on long-term deals which provide plenty of stability for the club.
Not only that, but their key parts are among those deals. David Fifita and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui both re-signed long-term last year, while star AJ Brimson is also signed.
But it doesn't mean there aren't questions hovering over the Titans.
Here are the ones that will define 2024.
5. Is Tanah Boyd an NRL-level number seven?
A former Queensland State of Origin junior representative, Boyd has been handed the keys to the Titans' number seven jersey, but at this point in time, it's tough to suggest he is cemented into the role.
The halfback certainly has the potential to make it, and he has had some extremely nice moments at NRL level, but it's also clear he has plenty of development left in his game.
Boyd is one of those players that I'd expect to thrive under the coaching of Hasler though, given he has the tools to succeed - he simply needs the right guidance and leadership to get to that point on a consistent basis.
Whether 2024 is his breakout year remains to be seen, buf if the men from Robina are going to get to the top half of the NRL, then it needs to be.
You simply can't win consistently without a strong halfback.
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