Martin Kennedy. The Brisbane Broncos training together at Purtell Park in Bardon, Brisbane. Pic Peter Wallis Source: Peter Wallis / News Limited
THE Brisbane Broncos won't be pushed around in 2014, particularly if their latest injection of muscle can make the grade.
With star Broncos recruit Martin Kennedy caught up in the uncertainty of the ongoing ASADA investigation, two even larger props in Central Capras duo Arlin Paki and Sebastien Martins are bound for Red Hill.
State of Origin legend and Capras coach Jason Hetherington has endorsed the pair and said Paki reminded him of Matt Scott, just a 127kg version.
"Arlin's shoulders are that broad it would take you two days on horseback to get from one to the other," Hetherington said.
"He has a lot of Matt Scott about him actually and I think he's ready for the NRL now."
Ben Hunt reaches for Matt Gillett. The Brisbane Broncos training together at Purtell Park in Bardon, Brisbane. Pic Peter Wallis Source: News Limited
Not to say former French Test prop Martins at 123kg is jockey size.
Martins joined the Capras this pre-season after a decorated career in England's Super League which included several year's with the Catalans Dragons.
The duo will take part in pre-season training when the Broncos' playing group returns from Christmas break in January with a full contract an option if they impress.
The Broncos have a proud history of turning Queensland Cup players from pre-season trainers to NRL stars.
The likes of Matt Gillett, Jack Reed and Antonio Winterstein were all discovered after being invited to spend a pre-season at Red Hill like Paki and Martins.
Andrew McCullough. The Brisbane Broncos training together at Purtell Park in Bardon, Brisbane. Pic Peter Wallis Source: News Limited
The Broncos' front row depth could be tested if ASADA finds Kennedy has a case to answer and issues him an infraction notice.
Before he moved to Brisbane from the Sydney Roosters, ASADA investigators interviewed Kennedy regarding a series of text messages he sent.
With journeyman prop Scott Anderson having left for Wakefield there could be an option for a heavyweight forward and bringing the two giants to Red Hill strengthens the Broncos relationship with the Capras who recently re-signed as a feeder club.
Martin Kennedy. The Brisbane Broncos training together at Purtell Park in Bardon, Brisbane. Pic Peter Wallis Source: News Limited
"Both those guys have an opportunity now and as I keep telling people, that's all you need sometimes to be an NRL player," Hetherington said.
"They are both huge men and very fit for their size.
"The Broncos were really interested in them because of their size.
"Sebastien has had a long career in the UK while Arlin has enormous potential.
"He had three months out last year through injury which set him back a bit but is fully fit now.
"He has a great attitude and is very coachable.
"It will be great for them to train in the Broncos set up and that club has been great to us."
Duncan Pala'Aua on the ground after hurting his right knee. The Brisbane Broncos training together at Purtell Park in Bardon, Brisbane. Pic Peter Wallis Source: News Limited
The news for the club's young playmakers is not as promising, with 18-year-old halfback prodigy Ashley Taylor this week told he faces a five month recovery following a shoulder dislocation.
His under-20's halves partner Duncan Paia'aua, also named in the top-25 NRL list, broke down at training yesterday.
Paia'aua slumped to the ground clutching at his heavily strapped knee before limping from the field.
Broncos officials however are confident the injury is not as bad as it looked and the 18-year-old will continue his pre-season.
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