Andrew Johns

Andrew Johns

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Andrew Johns is a retired Australian rugby league player, widely regarded as one of the greatest halfbacks in the history of the sport. He has gained attention in the context of rugby union discussions after he was mentioned by Scott Robertson, who noted that Johns had inquired about the potential return of Richie Mo’unga to New Zealand rugby, highlighting the cross-sport connections and interests in player movements.

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Andrew Johns is referenced as a benchmark for greatness in Origin performances.

Bears lure Wallabies legend in key code-switch signing
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2026-06-21
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League great Andrew Johns had foreshadowed that Walker’s short kicking game loomed as a major threat.

Kalyn Ponga send-off changed everything
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2026-05-27
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Andrew Johns is a former rugby league player who wrote a column discussing the need for front-rowers in a team.

NRL’s Las Vegas carry-on is over-the-top absurd … but that’s the point. And it works
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2026-02-27
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Andrew Johns is praised by Isaiya Katoa for his insights and support as a legendary halfback.

Andrew Johns' high praise and the Dolphins star's Origin dream
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2026-02-07
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An 18-year-old Jarrod Mullen and his halves partner, Andrew Johns.

Fallen NRL stars turn to coaching after overcoming personal battles
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2026-01-25
7.0

Andrew Johns was referenced by Scott Robertson as someone he had been surfing with.

All Blacks under Scott Robertson: Inside the flaws that led to his downfall – Gregor Paul
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-01-15
6.0

Andrew 'Joey' Johns is involved in analyzing the latest footy news.

Kangaroos wrap up Ashes series in match in England
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2025-11-01
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Andrew Johns and Gorden Tallis are described as firm mates who reminisced about Kangaroos memories.

ARLC chair dismisses quitting rumours, commits to seeing broadcast deal through
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2025-11-01
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Andrew Johns is a rugby league icon who believes Payne Haas will become one of the greatest props.

Brisbane Broncos Payne Haas’s diet, engine, genetics and athletics
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2025-10-04
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Andrew Johns overcame a punctured lung to help Newcastle win the 1997 grand final.

Melbourne Storm star Jahrome Hughes is back just three weeks after breaking his arm
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2025-09-25
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Andrew Johns is a rugby league Immortal and was Holbrook's understudy during his time with the Knights.

Incoming Newcastle Knights coach Justin Holbrook to use Gold Coast Titans lessons to lift new club off bottom of ladder
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2025-09-19
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Andrew 'Joey' Johns is involved in dissecting the upcoming NRL round and providing analysis.

James Tedesco ‘the best player in the game’, says Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2025-09-12
6.0

Andrew Johns pointed to Canterbury’s lack of a running threat and creativity out of dummy half as a necessary fix to their stagnating attack.

Canterbury Bulldogs coach Cameron Ciraldo explains Reed Mahoney dropping and Toby Sexton recall
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2025-09-12
6.0

Michael Chammas and Andrew 'Joey' Johns dissect the upcoming NRL round.

Dylan Brown could end time with Parramatta Eels by handing his next club Newcastle Knights the wooden spoon
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2025-09-06
5.0

Andrew 'Joey' Johns is part of the discussion regarding the upcoming NRL round and the latest footy news.

Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson says there is too much at stake to lose discipline against arch-rivals South Sydney Rabbitohs
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2025-09-04
5.0

Andrew 'Joey' Johns dissect the upcoming NRL round, plus the latest footy news.

With their season on the line, Sydney Roosters have a plan to deal with Brandon Smith saga and South Sydney Rabbitohs
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2025-09-01
7.0

Andrew 'Joey' Johns is involved in dissecting the upcoming NRL round and the latest footy news.

Adam O’Brien’s plan after Knight shift
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2025-08-28
6.0

Andrew Johns at his best couldn’t have got that team into the semi-finals.

DCE is a rugby league great. The end
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2025-08-22
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Andrew Johns supported the notion that common sense is needed in the rules of the game.

Why NRL’s high-flying wingers are unstoppable
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2025-08-22
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Andrew 'Joey' Johns is involved in dissecting the upcoming NRL round and the latest footy news.

Victor Radley excited about Ashes series for England, but Roosters finals push comes first
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2025-08-19
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Andrew 'Joey' Johns is noted for dissecting the upcoming NRL round and providing analysis.

NRL’s boss of football Graham Annesley has had a stinker of a year. Is his time up?
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2025-08-18
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Andrew 'Joey' Johns is providing analysis and insights on the NRL round.

Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson loves Spencer Leniu’s aggression and intensity. But does he go too far?
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2025-08-14
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