The Roosters love Trent Robinson. They made him a life member in early 2019 after he delivered a second premiership in just six seasons as head coach.

He’d add a third title that year.

In becoming a life member of the club, he joined an illustrious group of only 50, including Kevin Hastings, Wally O’Connell, Russell Fairfax, “Bunny” Reilly, Mark Harris, Jack Gibson, Brad Fittler and Luke Ricketson.

In 2022, Robinson signed a five-year contract extension, taking him to the end of the 2028 season.

This is year two of that extension.

If he makes it to the end of the deal, he’ll have been in charge for 16 years – that’s Craig Bellamy and Wayne Bennett-like for longevity at one club.

Trent Robinson and the Roosters celebrate grand final glory in 2013.Credit: NRL Photos

Using the phrase – “if he makes it to the end of the deal” – is fraught with danger when talking about a three-time premiership coach in his 13th season with three more to run on his contract.

But, as a long-time Roosters supporter said to me last week: “The Chooks can’t cop losing.”

And, whichever way you look at it, season 2025 will be a tough, long one for the Roosters. There’ll be plenty of losses.

Star halfback Sam Walker and hooker Brandon Smith won’t be seen until mid-season at the very earliest as they recover from knee reconstructions.

Roosters power players Nick Politis, Trent........

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