[Source: nrl.com]

A number of new Bulldogs recruits are reportedly surprised by coach Trent Barrett’s lack of detail during pre-season.

It was expected that the signing of big-names such as Josh Addo-Carr, Matt Burton, Tevita Pangai Junior and Paul Vaughan among others would lift the spirits at Belmore.

However, it seems that may not be the case with News Corp journalist Phil Rothfield revealing on NRL 360 that some recruits believe the quality of training during pre-season at the Bulldogs is below what they’ve experienced at rival clubs.

The Bulldogs first NRL match of the season kicks off on Sunday at 7.15pm against the Cowboys but first the Eels face the Titans at 5.05pm.

Round one starts on Thursday with premiers Panthers meeting Sea Eagles at 9.05pm.

On Friday, Raiders play the Sharks at 7pm and Broncos face Rabbitohs at 9.05pm.

Three matches will be played on Saturday starting at 4pm between the Roosters and Knights, Warriors face Dragons and West Tigers take on the Storm at 8.35pm.

[Source: foxsports.com]