The Bulldogs brought in a plethora of talent prior to the 2021 season's kick-off.
Origin fullback Corey Allen rounded off a brilliant recruitment drive that saw them add halfback Kyle Flanagan, firebrand prop Jack Hetherington, starting second-rower Corey Waddell and Origin winger Nick Cotric.
Unfortunately the Dogs remain in 16th place after 10 rounds, although they do have a trio of enticing recruits coming next year in Matt Burton, Brent Naden and Josh Addo-Carr.
That said, they have 15 players off-contract and I'd expect more than a few will be tapped on the shoulder, meaning the Dogs have plenty of spots to work with.
Below are the five players I believe the Bulldogs should target for 2021.
For this we have gone with a reality based list. i.e. they won't bring Cam Smith out of retirement.
Brandon Smith should be their number one target however isn't off-contract so isn't considered.
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5. Jaydn Su'A
If the Dogs were to miss out on Finucane or Peachey, then Su'A would be my fifth option. If they signed both, then Su'a is probably surplus to requirements.
He would slot into an edge for the run on side, give you 30 tackles and 80 metres per game without any thought in the world. He also brings Origin experience.
He's not a game-breaker like Peachey can potentially be, however this Dogs pack needs a big name and Su'A would improve it instantly.
Elliott or Jackson at lock, Thompson to prop and Su'a on an edge; starting to look a much better outfit, especially in defence.
I can't see the Bunnies letting him go but with cap pressure creeping up, he's there for the taking.
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again…doggies should have gone super hard at Nathan Brown. Brown offers all those skills the 5 players listed have and would not have cost them that much