Todd Payten has praised the resilience of North Queensland's Gen Next as Josh McGuire's looming move to the Dragons continues the Cowboys rapid changing of the guard.
Todd Payten has taken charge at North Queensland planning to revamp the club s attacking structures and get some seasoned stars back to their best.
There was a buzz of excitement heading into last season for the Cowboys following the signing of Valentine Holmes. But the fullback s return from the NFL was slowed by injuries and the team suffered.
Making matters worse, captain and on-field general Michael Morgan only played six games due to shoulder and calf issues.
After Paul Green departed as coach midway through the year and Josh Hannay took the reins for a club that finished 14th, Payten now has the job of pushing North Queensland back up the ladder.