Andrew “Joey” Johns—Newcastle Knights legend and one of the game’s all‑time greats—has clarified that although he deeply cares for his former club, he won’t throw his hat in the ring to replace Adam O’Brien, even if the coach is sacked. Johns said it would be “unfair” on his family, who already deal with the constant public scrutiny and pressure tied to his high‑profile name .
He made it clear that stepping into the head coach role would involve too much disruption at home, revealing that his loved ones have endured waves of attention during his media and playing careers. Johns emphasized he’s not currently pursuing any coaching path with the Knights, insisting the timing and personal cost simply don’t align for him now .
While he remains vocally supportive of Newcastle and hopes the club management makes the right decisions, he’s ruled himself out of contention. Andrew Johns is instead choosing to prioritize family stability over returning to the demanding grind of top-tier coaching—a stance that fans may respect, even if it frustrates those hoping for an organizational shakeup.
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