James Tedesco compares impact of Daly Cherry-Evans to Cooper Cronk

Sydney Roosters captain James Tedesco has drawn parallels between the team's current finals push and their previous premiership runs under former halfback Cooper Cronk. Tedesco cites the arrival of Daly Cherry-Evans as a catalyst for the club’s recent performance, noting that the experienced playmaker brings similar clarity and control to the field. Despite the loss of Sam Walker to injury, the Roosters finished fourth and are preparing for the finals following a recent victory over the Penrith Panthers. The team, which also added Reece Robson to their spine, has integrated developing players like Nafahu and Salesi Foketi into the first-grade squad. Tedesco expressed confidence in the team's premiership potential, pointing to the blend of veteran leadership and young talent as the foundation for their current campaign.

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