After an off-season featuring several off-field incidents, the NRL is back tonight for its 112th season. A “New Era” of the NRL tonight (though why this is considered a new era and what is different than the old one is anyone’s guess). 2019 is also a big year for the international game with the Oceanic Cup, the return of Great Britain and Ireland, and the RLIF World Cup Nines. The NRL will induct its first non-player into the Hall of Fame, and it is unclear if it will be from; Coaches, Referees or Contributors.
I bring you the 9th NRL season preview on this site. The usual goodies are all here; in-depth gains and losses for each club, as well the top 17 of each club, the premiers, wooden spooners, biggest movers & sliders, top try scorer, Dally M Medalist, State of Origin winners, and my 2019 ladder at the bottom of the post. For the first time, Ones to Watch. All this and more, in the latest Blog of Cheese.
Premiers: In eight years, I have never picked a premier, though I have picked a team that went to the Grand Final several times. I could make a case for a few teams and have switched who I think will win in 2019. I think new coach Anthony Seibold will continue to weave his magic to help Kodi Nikorima and Anthony Milford to guide the Broncos to their 7th premiership.
Wooden Spoon: I have massive questions about the fitness and form of Keiran Foran. He is one of the few shining lights at Belmore. If he can’t get back to his best, it will be a long year for the Bulldogs.
Biggest Movers: The return of Tyrone Roberts to the Gold Coast will give Ash Taylor the confidence he needs to take the next step in his career and return the Titans to the finals.
Biggest Sliders: I had them as my biggest improvers this year. Had Shaun Johnson stayed, they would have been in my eight. His loss will be too significant to cover, and the Warriors will slide back down the ladder.
Top Try Scorer: In all the years I have done this, I don’t think I have ever picked the correct try scorer, so consider this as the person who won’t win. That player is Latrell Mitchell. Latrell became one of the best centres in the NRL in 2018; he will continue to improve in 2019. Not many opposition centres can stop Latrell when he is firing.
Dally M: He went close in 2017 and missed most of 2018 through injury. In 2019, Josh Hodgson will become the first Englishman to win the Dally M Medal, a year after Roger Tuivasa-Sheck became the first New Zealander.
State Of Origin: It is a big year for State of Origin, with the game heading to Perth for the first time. New South Wales is the defending champions for only the second time since 2005; Queensland is in a new era without Slater, Thurston, Cronk and Smith. This series will be very close. After a blip on the radar, I think the Maroons will bounce back in 2019.
Ones to Watch Something new for 2019 for players who have yet to debut in the NRL (why Scott Drinkwater misses out). I have had the pleasure of seeing both players play live in 2018, and I think both will become regular first-graders in 2019. 19 is young for a front-rower, though, at 199cm and 108 kg, Thomas Flegler is too good not to have a bench spot for the Broncos. The other player has the most challenging name to pronounce in NRL history. Commentators will be sweating when he makes his NRL debut. He has just turned 19, though, at 197cm and 107kg, Tino Fa’asuamaleaui will be unstoppable when he takes the field.
Brisbane Broncos
Gains: Shaun Fensom (Cowboys), Herbie Farnworth (Norths Devils), Richie Kennar (Morman mission), Sean O’Sullivan (Roosters), Ilikena Vudogo (Rugby Union), Tanah Boyd (Souths Logan Magpies)
Losses: Corey Allan (Rabbitohs), Jordan Kahu, Josh McGuire (Cowboys), Haydyn O’Hara (Souths Logan Magpies), Tom Opacic Cowboys), Jonis Pearson, Andre Savelio (Hull FC), Marion Seve (Storm), Korbin Sims (Dragons). Tyson Smoothy (Sunshine Coast Falcons). Sam Thaiday (Retired)
The second post-Wayne Bennett Era begins at the Broncos in 2019, with Anthony Seibold hoping it goes better than the first. The Broncos have lost several experienced players who were regular members of the Broncos’ top 17. Much has been written about the Broncos’ young forward pack, though it will be up to Kodi Nikorima and Anthony Milford to steer the side around the park. Matt Gillett will be fresh after missing most of 2018 through injury. Anthony Seibold will get the best out of Jack Bird, Anthony Milford and Kodi Nikorima, paying off the faith of the Broncos board.
Top 17
1. Darrius Boyd (c) 2. Corey Oates 3. James Roberts 4. Jack Bird 5. Jamayne Isakko 6. Anthony Milford 7. Kodi Nikorima 8. Matt Lodge 9. Andrew McCullough 10. Joe Ofahengaue 11. David Fifita 12. Matt Gillett 13. Tevita Pangai Jr 14. Kotoni Staggs 15. Jayden Su’a 16. Thomas Fleggler 17. Payne Hass
Canberra Raiders
Gains: John Bateman (Wigan), JJ Collins (Knights), Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad (Warriors), Reuben Porter (Wyong), Bailey Simonsson (Rugby Union), Ryan Sutton (Wigan)
Losses: Blake Austin (Warrington), Shannon Boyd (Titans), Craig Garvey and Setefano Hala (Roosters), Charlie Gubb (Widnes), Junior Paulo (Eels), Liam Knight (Rabbitohs), Mikaele Ravalawa (Dragons)
The Raiders have continued to raid Supr League, picking up two more Englishmen, with the club hoping John Bateman and Ryan Sutton have the same level of success as Josh Hodgson and Elliott Whitehead. The club will also expect the Jack Wighton experiment to succeed and return to the finals for the first time since 2016. Will make the bottom of the eight.
1. Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad 2. Nic Cotric 3. Jarrod Croker (c) 4. Joey Leilua 5. Jordan Rapana 6. Jack Wighton 7. Aidan Sezer 8. Josh Papali 9. Josh Hodgson (c) 10. Ryan Sutton 11. Joseph Tapine 12. Elliot Whitehead 13. John Bateman 14. Sia Soliola 15. Siliva Havili 16. Luke Bateman 17. Emre Guler
Canterbury Bulldogs
Gains: Jack Cogger (Knights), Christian Crichton, Corey Harawira-Naera (Panthers), Nick Meaney (Knights), Dylan Napa, Reuben Porter (Roosters), James Roumanos (Sharks), Chris Smith (Roosters), Sauaso Sue (Tigers),
Losses: Lachlan Burr (Warriors), Josh Cleeland (Ipswich Jets), Greg Eastwood (Newtown), Asipeli Fine (Released), Matt Frawley (Huddersfield), David Klemmer (Knights), Moses Mbye (Tigers), Brett Morris (Roosters), Josh Morris (Sharks), Clay Priest (Released), Tommy Talau (Tigers), Cameron Torpy (Northern Pride), Aaron Woods (Sharks), Zac Woolford (Knights)
The Bulldogs have lost several experienced players as Dean Pay tries to manage the Salary Cap of the Des Hasler era. Besides Dylan Napa, the Bulldogs have a lack of quality signings. It will be a long year at Belmore.
Top 17
1. Will Hopoate 2. Christian Crichton 3. Kerrord Holland 4. Marcelo Montoya 5. Remis Smith 6. Keiran Foran 7. Lachlan Lewis 8. Aiden Tolman 9. Michael Lichaa 10. Dylan Napa 11. Josh Jackson (c) 12. Raymond Faitala-Mariner 13. Adam Elliott 14. Fa’amanu Brown 15. Corey Harawira-Naera 16. Rhyse Martin 17. Sauaso Sue
Cronulla Sharks
Gains: Shaun Johnson (Warriors), Josh Morris (Bulldogs), Toby Rudolf (Redcliffe Dolphins), Aaron Woods (Bulldogs)
Losses: Bessie Aufaga To’omaga (CQ Capras), Kurt Dillon (Rabbitohs), Trent Hodkinson (Sea Eagles), Edrick Lee (Knights), Ricky Leutele (Toronto), Luke Lewis (Retired), Joseph Paulo (Retired), Jesse Ramien (Knights), James Roumanos (Bulldogs), James Segeyaro (Released), Harrison Smith (Redcliffe Dolphins),
The Sharks have picked up the experienced Shaun Johnson and Josh Morris to offset the loss of Luke Lewis. The signings of Shaun Johnson and Josh Morris give the Sharks one of the most potent backlines in the NRL. The loss of Valentine Holmes could be telling. The club hopes Matt Moylan can churn out the same kick return metres. The club hopes to send out Paul Gallen on a winning note. Will make the finals
Top 17
1. Matt Moylan 2. Sosaia Feki 3. Josh Dugan 4. Josh Morris 5. Sione Kata 6. Shaun Johnson 7. Chad Townsend 8. Andrew Fifita 9. Jayden Brailey 10. Aaron Woods 11. Wade Graham (c) 12. Kurt Capewell 13. Paul Gallen (c) 14. Matt Prior 15. Jason Bukuya 16. Ava Seumanufagai 17. Blayke Brailey
Gold Coast Titans
Gains: Jessie Arthurs Rabbitohs), Shannon Boyd (Raiders), Ryley Jacks (Storm), Brian Kelly (Sea Eagles), Tyrone Peachey (Panthers), Kupe Pere (Storm), Tyrone Roberts (Warrington), Treymain Spry (Roosters),
Losses: Kane Elgey and Brandon Elliott (Sea Eagles), Joe Greenwood (Wigan), Konrad Hurrell (Leeds), Tyronne Roberts-Davis (Burleigh Bears), Ryan Simpkins (Retired)
The key to the Gold Coast Titans’ season is Tyrone Peachey. If the Titans can figure out Tyrone’s best position, they could return to the finals for the first time since 2016. Halfback Ash Taylor will be under increased pressure to deliver on the promise. The return of good friend Tyrone Roberts at five-eighth will bring out the best of Ash Taylor Will just miss the top eight.
Top 17
1. AJ Brimson 2. Anthony Don 3. Tyrone Peachey 4. Brian Kelly 5. Brenko Lee 6. Tyrone Roberts 7. Ashley Taylor 8. Jarrod Wallace 9. Nathan Peats 10. Shannon Boyd 11. Kevin Proctor 12. Ryan James (c) 13. Jai Arrow 14. Mitch Rein 15. Moeaki Fotuaika 16. Bryce Cartwright 17. Max King
Manly Sea Eagles
Gains: Kane Elgey (Titans) and Brandon Elliott, Reuben Garric (Dragons), Trent Hodkinson (Sharks), Albert Hopoate (Redcliffe), Corey Waddell (Panthers)
Losses: Taealoaloa Amone (Sea Eagles), Lewis Bown (Retired), Brian Kelly (Titans), Shaun Lane (Eels), Darcy Lussick (Toronto), Joey Lussick (Salford), Akuila Uate (Huddersfield), Antonio Winterstein (Panthers), Jonathan Wright (Retired), Matthew Wright (CQ Capras), Tom Wright (Rugby Union)
The return of the “mad scientist” Des Hasler could be the key signing to the Sea Eagles’ success in 2019. Will be relying on the Trbojevic brothers for success in 2019. Another long year on the Peninsula.
1. Tom Trbojevic 2. Jorge Tafua 3. Dylan Walker 4. Moses Suli 5. Brad Parker 6. Kane Elgey 7. Daly Chery Evans (c) 8. Martin Taupau 9. Api Koroisau 10. Adam Fonua-Blake 11. Curtis Sironen 12. Joel Thompson 13. Jake Trbojevic 14. Lloyd Perrett 15. Kelepi Tanginoa 16. Frank Winterstein 17. Manase Fainu
Melbourne Storm
Gains: Tom Eisenhuth (Panthers), Marion Seve (Broncos), Albert Vete (Warriors),
Losses: Louis Geraghty (Sunshine Coast), Tim Glasby (Knights), Ryan Hoffman (Retired), Ryley Jacks (Titans), Zev John (Redcliffe Dolphins), Sam Kasiano (Catalans), Kupe Pere (Titans), Billy Slater (Retired), Lachlan Timm (Dragons), Young Tonumaipea (Morman mission)
The Strom will enter 2019 without Billy Slater in round 1 for the first time since 2002. Coincidentally 2002 was the last time the Storm missed the NRL finals (excluding 2010, when they were punished for exceeding the Salary Cap). The club hopes to succeed with the players they have, as the only additions to their squad, all joined before June 30 last year. Still, have enough class to make the eight.
Top 17
1. Scott Drinkwater 2. Suliasi Vunivalu 3. Will Chambers 4. Curtis Scott 5. Josh Addo-Carr 6. Cameron Munster 7. Brodie Croft 8. Jesse Bromwich 9. Cameron Smith (c) 10. Nelson Asofa-Solomona 11. Felise Kaufusi 12. Joe Stimson 13. Dale Finucane 14. Kenny Bromwich 15. Tino Faasuamaleui 16. Christian Welch 17. Brandon Smith
Newcastle Knights
Gains: James Gavet (Warriors), Tim Glasby (Storm), Hymel Hunt (Rabbitohs), David Klemmer (Bulldogs), Edrick Lee (Sharks), Mason Lino (Warriors), Kurt Mann (Dragons), Jesse Ramien (Sharks), Zac Woolford (Knights)
Losses: Jack Cogger (Bulldogs), JJ Collins (Raiders), Matt Cooper (Easts (Tigers), Corry Denniss (Rabbitohs), Faitotoa Faitotoa (Redcliffe Dolphins), Christian Hazard (Tweed Heads Seagulls), Chris Heighington (Retired), Tom Hughes (Easts (Tigers), Brock Lamb (Roosters), Jacob Lillyman (Retired), Jock Madden (Tigers), Chanel Mata’utia, Pat Mata’utia (Released), Nick Meaney (Bulldogs), Dylan Phythian (Burleigh), Ken Sio (Salford), Luke Yates (London)
The Knights have added several experienced players to end their finals drought. The Knights will have one of the best forward packs in 2019. Kaylan Ponga’s move to five-eighth is the only question mark hanging over the Knights. If Kaylan can succeed at five-eighth, the Knights will return to the finals for the first time since 2013.
Top 17
1. Nathan Ross 2. Edrick Lee 3. Tautau Moga 4. Jesse Ramien 5. Shaun Kenny-Dowall 6. Kalyn Ponga 7. Mitchell Pearce (c) 8. David Klemmer 9. Danny Levi 10. Tim Glasby 11. Aidan Guerra 12. Lachlan Fitzgibbon 13. Mitch Barnett 14. Jacob Saifiti 15. Daniel Saifiiti 16. Jamie Buhrer 17. Kurt Mann
North Queensland Cowboys
Gains: Kurt Baptiste (Roosters), Peter Hola (Northern Pride), Jordan Kahu (Broncos), Nene MacDonald (Dragons), Josh McGuire and Tom Opacic (Broncos), Daniel Russell (Souths Logan Magpies)
Losses: Josh Chudleigh (Mackay), Lachlan Coote (St Helens), Shaun Fensom (Broncos), Sam Hoare, Shaun Hudson and Kyle Laybutt (Townsville), Kane Linnett (Hull KR), Ethan Lowe (Rabbitohs), Johnathan Thurston and Antonio Winterstein (Retired)
The Cowboys begin life without Johnathan Thurton and could struggle unless they figure out who replaces Thurston. Is it Te Mare Martin with Jordan Kahu at fullback? Or does Jake Clifford play in the halves, Te Mare to fullback and Jordan in the centres? It could be another challenging year for the Cowboys in their final year at their current stadium.
Top 17
1. Jordan Kahu 2. Nene MacDonald 3. Justin O’Neil 4. Ben Hampton 5. Kyle Feldt 6. Michael Morgan (c) 7. Te Mare Martin 8. Matt Scott 9. Jake Granville 10. Josh McGuire 11. Gavin Cooper 12. Cohen Hess 13. Jason Taumalolo 14. Kurt Baptiste 15. Scott Bolton 16. John Asiata 17. Jordan McLean
Parramatta Eels
Gains: Andrew Davey (Townsville Blackhawks), Blake Ferguson (Roosters), Shaun Lane (Sea Eagles), Maika Sivo (Panthers),
Losses: Kirisome Auva’a (Retired), Kenny Edwards (Catalans), Cameron King (Featherstone), Suaia Matagi (Huddersfield), Corey Norman (Dragons), Beau Scott (Retired), Tony Wiliams (Released)
The Eels will be hoping Bank West Stadium will give the Eels as much success as when they moved into Parramatta Stadium in 1986. The Eels will be hoping rookie Dylan Brown can help Mitchell Moses guide the Eels back into the eight after a poor 2018. The club will also expect Blake Ferguson can be the powerhouse from kick returns that Semi Radradra was. Will finish outside the top eight.
Top 17
1. Clint Gutherson (c) 2. Bevan French 3. Michael Jennings 4. Blake Ferguson 5. George Jennings 6. Dylan Brown 7. Mitchell Moses 8. Junior Paulo 9. Reed Mahoney 10. Kane Evans 11. Brad Takairangi 12. Tepai Moreoa 13. Nathan Brown 14. Shaun Lane 15. Manu Ma’u 16. Tim Mannah (c) 17. Kysa Pritchard
Penrith Panthers
Gains: Tyrell Fuimaono (Rabbitohs), Brendon Gotuno (PNG Hunters), Tim Grant (Tigers), Brayden McGrady (Tweed Heads Seagulls), Hame Sele (Dragons), Malakai Watene-Zelezniak (Tigers)
Losses: Tim Browne (Retired), Oliver Clark (Tigers), Christian Crichton (Bulldogs), Tom Eisenhuth (Storm), Corey Harawira-Naera (Bulldogs), Adam Keighran (Warriors), Soni Luke (Tigers), Trent Merrin (Leeds), Tyrone Peachey (Titans), Maika Sivo (Eels), Corey Waddell (Released), Jayden Walker and Peter Wallace (Retired)
The Panthers have lost experience, though they have recruited several former Panthers who are returning to the fold. Will be alive deep in September and hope to go one better in 2019.
Top 17
1. Dylan Edwards 2. Josh Mansour (c) 3. Dean Whare 4. Waqa Blake 5. Dallin Watene-Zelezniak (c) 6. James Maloney (c) 7. Nathan Cleary (c) 8. James Tamou (c) 9. Sione Kata 10. Reagan Campbell-Gillard 11. Issah Yao (c) 12. Viliame Kikau 13. James Fisher-Harris 14. Wade Egan 15. Moses Leota 16. Tyrell Fuimaono 17.Jack Hetherington
South Sydney Rabbitohs
Gains: Corey Allan (Broncos), Taealoaloa Amone (Sea Eagles), Cory Dennis (Knights), Kurt Dillon (Sharks), Liam Knight (Raiders), Ethan Lowe (Cowboys), Matt McIllwrick (Tigers), Bailey Sironen (Tigers)
Losses: Jesse Arthurs (Titans), Jason Clark (Warrington), Angus Crichton (Roosters), Robbie Farah (Tigers), Tyrell Fuimaono (Panthers), Hymel Hunt (Knights), Robert Jennings (Tigers), Richie Kennar (Morman mission)
An iconic Rugby League club and an iconic Rugby League coach join forces in 2019. The question regarding the Rabbitohs season is how quickly they can adapt to Wayne Bennett. Another club hoping to go one game better in 2019
Top 17
1. Alex Johnston 2. Braidon Burns 3. Greg Inglis (c) 4. Dane Gagai 5. Campbell Graham 6. Cody Walker 7. Adam Reynolds 8. George Burgess 9. Damien Cook 10. Tom Burgess 11. John Sutton 12. Sam Burgess 13. Cameron Murray 14. Adam Doueihi 15. Mark Nicholls 16. Liam Knight 17. Dean Britt
St George Illawarra Dragons
Gains: Zeik Foster (CQ Capras), Lachlan Maranta (Rugby Union), Corey Norman (Eels), Jonus Pearson (Broncos), Mikaele Ravalawa (Raiders), Korbin Simms (Broncs), Lachlan Timm (Storm)
Losses: Leeson Ah Mau (Warriors), Kane Bradley (Tigers), Reuben Garrick (Manly), Patric Herbert (Warriors), Nene MacDonald (Cowboys), Kurt Mann (Knights), Jason Nightingale (Retired), Hame Sele (Panthers)
One of the big questions around the Dragons is whether they can revert the slide down the ladder; they seem to take every season after starting the season strongly. The other thing to watch around the Dragons is Gareth Widdop and Matt Dufty. How will Gareth adjust to playing fullback, considering Gareth hasn’t played fullback in the NRL since Round 20, 2012. Will Matt Dufty be happy with a bench role/playing on the wing? It won’t surprise me if Gareth leaves before the end of the season. Will miss the eight.
Top 17
1. Garreth Widdop (C) 2. Matt Dufty 3. Euan Aitken 4. Tim Lafai 5. Jordan Pereira 6. Corey Norman 7. Ben Hunt 8. James Graham 9. Cameron McInness 10. Paul Vaughan 11. Tyson Frizell 12. Tariq Sims 13. Jack de Bellin 14. Korbin Sims 15. Luciano Leilua 16. Jacob Host 17.Jai Field
Sydney Roosters
Gains: Angus Crichton (Roosters), Craig Garvey and Setefano Hala (Raiders), Ryan Hall (Leeds), Brock Lamb (Knights), Brett Morris (Bulldogs),
Losses: Kurt Baptiste (Cowboys), Mitch Cornish (Retired), Blake Ferguson (Eels), Brendan Frei (Norths Devils), Grant Garvey (Released), Ryan Matterson and Paul Momirovski (Tigers), Dylan Napa (Bulldogs), Frank-Paul Nu’uausala (Retired), Sean O’Sullivan (Broncos), Reuben Porter and Chris Smith (Bulldogs), Treymain Spry (Titans), Eloni Vunakece (Retired)
The defending premiers have added Angus Crichton to an already impressive forward pack. Have added two quality wingers in Brett Morris and Ryan Hall, which will mean North Sydney Bears will have a test representative most weeks, with James Tedesco a lock for the fullback position and Daniel Tupou on the other wing. As in most years, the media have written articles about how the defending premiers will be the team to go back-to-back, which seems to have become an annual tradition. They will not go back to back, though they will go close.
Top 17
1. James Tedesco 2. Daniel Tupou 3. Latrell Mitchell 4. Joseph Manu 5. Brett Morris 6. Luke Keary 7. Cooper Cronk 8. Jarred Waerea-Hargrages 9. Jake Friend 10. Sio Siua Taukeiaho 11. Boyd Cordner (c) 12. Angus Crichton 13. Victor Radley 14. Lindsay Collins 15. Mitchell Aubusson 16. Zane Tetevano 17. Issac Liu
Warriors
Gains: Leeson Ah Mau (Dragons), Lachlan Burr (Bulldogs), Jackson Frei (Rooster), Patrick Herbert (Dragons), Adam Keirgan (Panthers), Taane Milne (Tigers), Adam Tuimavave-Gerrard (Wynnum Seagulls)
Losses: Manaia Cherrington (Released), James Gavet (Knights), Anthony Gelling (Widnes), Shaun Johnson (Sharks), Motu Love-Henry (Wynnum Seagulls), Mason Lino (Knights), Simon Mannering (Retired), Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad (Raiders), Junior Pauga (Wynnum Seagulls) Zac Santo (Townsville), Patrick Sipley (Wynnum Seagulls) Albert Vete (Storm)
The loss of Shaun Johnson is a massive one for the club. Shaun left in December when most other clubs had locked down their halves for 2019, so the Warriors were caught out. The Warriors will rely heavily on Roger Tuivasa-Sheck, Blake Green and Issac Luke. It could be too much of a hill for the Warriors to climb.
Top 17
1. Roger Tuivasa-Sheck (c) 2. David Fusitua 3. Peter Hiku 4. Solomone Kata 5. Ken Maumalo 6. Blake Green 7. Chanel Harris-Tavita 8. Agnatius Paasi 9. Isaac Luke 10. Leeson Ah Mau 11. Tohu Harris 12. Isaiah Papalili 13. Adam Blair 14. Jazz Tevaga 15. Sam Lisone 16. Nathaniel Roache 17. Bunty Afoa
Wests Tigers
Gains: Oliver Clark (Panthers), Robie Farah. Robert Jennings (Rabbitohs), Jock Madden (Knights), Ryan Matterson (Roosters), Moses Mbye (Bulldogs), Paul Momirovski (Roosters), Tommy Talau (Bulldogs)
Losses: Kane Bradley (Dragons), JJ Collins (Raiders), Pita Godinet (Released), Tim Grant (Panthers), Tuimola Lolohea (Leeds), Matt McIIlwrick (Tigers), Taane Milne (Warriors), Kevin Naiqama (St Helens), Baily Sironen (Rabbitohs), Sauaso Sue (Bulldogs), Malakai Watene-Zelezniak
A new skipper, a new coach, and some old familiar faces give the Tigers a mix of the old and new for 2019. In what is likely Robbie Farah’s last year in the NRL, the club will be hoping Jacob Liddle can take the next step in his career and be ready to wear the number 9 in 2020. It might take a year to adapt to the style of Michael Maguire.
Top 17
1. Moses Mbye (c) 2. David Nofoaluma 3. Mahe Fonua 4. Esan Marsters 5. Corey Thompson 6. Benji Marshall 7. Luke Brooks 8. Ben Matulino 9. Robbie Farah 10. Russel Packer 11. Chris Lawerence 12. Chris McQueen 13. Elijah Taylor 14. Jacob Liddle 15. Ryan Matterson 16. Matt Eisenhuth 17. Alex Twal
And Another Thing: I wonder how the former Cronulla CEO (Current Manly CEO) escaped punishment for the Cronulla Sharks salary cap drama.
Ladder
- Brisbane Broncos
- Melbourne Storm
- Sydney Roosters
- South Sydney Rabbitohs
- Penrith Panthers
- Cronulla Sharks
- Newcastle Knights
- Canberra Raiders
- Gold Coast Titans
- North Queensland Cowboys
- St George Illawarra Dragons
- Wests Tigers
- Warriors
- Parramatta Ees
- Manly Sea Eagles
- Canterbury Bulldogs
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