Brisbane captain Adam Reynolds kicked North Queensland into oblivion in a performance that lifted his side to a 38-12 win at Suncorp Stadium.
Joel Gould
South Sydney's lethal left edge has shown signs of kicking back into gear, as the Rabbitohs eased the pressure on Jason Demetriou by beating Canterbury 20-16.
Scott Bailey
Dolphins prop Thomas Flegler can stake his claim for a starting Queensland jersey after the season-ending knee injury to Tino Fa'asuamaleaui.
Off-contract Dolphins coach Wayne Bennett has shut down talk of a return to South Sydney next year, saying his future will be revealed in due course.
A year with the Sea Eagles could help Shane Flanagan come up with the game plan to get the Dragons’ season back on track after a couple of heavy defeats.
Martin Gabor
Cool-headed rookie Blaize Talagi is being backed to fill the Mitchell Moses-shaped void in Parramatta's spine ahead of a clash with Wests Tigers.
George Clarke
There was a time when commentators were happy to question Mitchell Moses’ toughness, but the Eels halfback continues to prove the critics wrong.
Gold Coast coach Des Hasler says star forward David Fifita will play against the Dolphins, as Wayne Bennett weighs in on the challenge facing the Titans mentor.
It can’t be easy trying to follow in your famous father’s footsteps, but Mavrik Geyer says his dad’s influence helped him immensely.
Anthony Seibold says he has no intention of fast-tracking Josh Schuster back into Manly's best 17 after encouraging performances in reserve grade.
St George Illawarra are adopting a wait-and-see approach on off-contract lock Jack de Belin, with the 33-year-old adamant he has more years in the NRL in him.
The Dolphins are circling, but influential North Queensland figures have outlined why they intend to keep off-contract back-rower Kulikefu Finefeuiaki.
Trent Robinson has questioned the bunker's application of the obstruction rule but would not blame the match officials for the Sydney Roosters' loss to Penrith.
Jasper Bruce
Broncos winger Corey Oates trained in most positions on the field this week and has been informed by his coach to prepare for anything against North Queensland.
It was a case of no Nathan Cleary no worries as Penrith overcame the fast-finishing Sydney Roosters for a 22-16 win at Allianz Stadium.
A mural showcasing the emotional 2016 premiership has offered Cronulla's players a reminder of the toughness they need to overcome their own NRL injury crisis.
Benji Marshall cut Jayden Sullivan from his starting side midway through the Wests Tigers' first game but the new recruit insists he's not one to hold a grudge.
Jason Demetriou is playing it cool as the South Sydney coach faces increased scrutiny over his future at the club.
Only five NRL teams are now without an NRLW side after the league announced expansion to a record number for the 2025 season.
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Brisbane have received a boost with the news coach Kevin Walters has agreed a contract extension, with flying fullback Reece Walsh also expected to re-sign.
The NRL are adamant the expansion of the women's game from 10 teams to 12 in 2025 will improve the league, with Canterbury and the Warriors to be added.
Playmaker Isaiya Katoa has been earmarked as the man to lead the Dolphins into the future as the 20-year-old signs a three-year extension with the club.
North Queensland coach Todd Payten has hailed the humility and first class response by Jason Taumalolo and Chad Townsend after being relieved of the captaincy.
Brad Schneider's chance to deputise for Nathan Cleary makes him the latest student of the game to step into the coveted role as Penrith's back-up No.7.
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