Parramatta Assistant Claims Dustin Martin 'Could Play NRL'

Parramatta Eels assistant Steve Murphy believes Richmond superstar Dustin Martin could easily play rugby league at the highest level. 

Flicking between the AFL and NRL finals last night, Murphy was impressed with what he saw Dusty produce as he dominated the Cats. 

Murphy identified that Martin has all the attributes to seamlessly transition into the NRL.

“How good was he? He could play rugby league, I think. The way he uses his upper body and his fend, it was a bit like Latrell Mitchell’s fend," Murphy told Fox Sports. 

“He was pushing them away and he had plenty of disposals. He’d certainly equip himself.”

Unfortunately the NRL will have to wait since Dusty recently signed a 7-year contract with the Tigers.