No Cleary no worries as Panther roll past Melbourne
Nathan Cleary is no certainty to return after Penrith's bye with coach Ivan Cleary saying they had won't rush him back with replacement Jack Cogger in form.
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‘Bill has options’: The Axe hails all-time Maroons pack
Maroons legend Trevor Gillmeister says coach Billy Slater has a smorgasbord of choice to replace injured Tom Flegler, with Corey Horsburgh at the front of list.
Bulldogs big men to become Mahoney’s bodyguards
Criticised for allowing Reed Mahoney to become a target in their last game, Canterbury's big men plan to muscle up for their hooker's sake.
Luai makes powerful case to keep NSW Origin role
Penrith playmaker Jarome Luai has done all he can to keep his NSW jersey, helping to steer his team to a thumping NRL win over Cameron Munster's Melbourne.
Roosters united and focused, declares coach Robinson
The Sydney Roosters have lost Joseph Suaali'i to injury for their NRL clash with Manly on Sunday.
Canberra hold off Titans, move to fifth on NRL ladder
Canberra have once again had to dig deep to beat Gold Coast, holding on to beat the fast-finishing Titans 26-22 at GIO Stadium.
Records fall as Cowboys exact revenge on hapless Tigers
North Queensland have broken records in their 74-0 thrashing of Wests Tigers after piling on 13 tries in Townsville.
Maroons ‘fanboy’ Horsburgh ready for Origin service
Corey Horsburgh grew up idolising Billy Slater, Cameron Smith and Jonathon Thurston, and he's likely to play for the Queensland brains trust in State of Origin.
Hat-trick hero Cobbo ignites Broncos’ win over Dolphins
Brisbane have scored two late tries, courtesy of their brilliant winger Selwyn Cobbo, to beat the Dolphins 24-16 at a sold-out Gabba.
Marshall-King could miss rest of year: Bennett
The Dolphins have slipped four points outside the top eight and the immediate playing future of hooker Jeremy Marshall-King is in doubt.
Broncos ‘freak’ Cobbo adds toughness to his genius
Selwyn Cobbo says he is learning to play his best while carrying injury and it is an aspect of his game that has thrilled Broncos coach Kevin Walters.
Sailor confirms new Broncos deal, thanks dad Wendell
Tristan Sailor will ink a two-year extension with the Broncos and continue his family connection with the club after his father Wendell won three premierships.
Bennett: Best of ‘Val Meninga’ yet to come for Dolphins
Dolphins' cult hero Valynce Te Whare has caught Wayne Bennett's eye as he prepares to line up alongside a repurposed Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow against Brisbane.
Raiders out to restore home pride against Gold Coast
Having been bashed by a combined 50 points in their last two home games, Ricky Stuart says Canberra need to restore pride against the Gold Coast on Saturday.
Absolutely justified: Bennett weighs in on Walsh ban
Dolphins coach Wayne Bennett has thrown his support behind the NRL's three-match ban for Brisbane fullback Reece Walsh, saying referees "have to be protected".
Finucane to miss at least two weeks for dangerous throw
Cronulla co-captain Dale Finucane will miss at least two weeks after being cited for his dangerous throw on St George Illawarra's Blake Lawrie.
Walters slams Broncos fade chat, flags Carrigan switch
The Broncos will be without four of their stars against the Dolphins but coach Kevin Walters says the club has the depth to avoid last year's late-season slide.
Hynes content to miss another State of Origin game
Nicho Hynes has resigned himself to missing the third State of Origin match, but so long as he's happy and playing well for Cronulla he's fine with that.
Hynes bests Hunt as Sharks belt Dragons
Cronulla could finish the weekend as high as second on the NRL ladder after thrashing hapless St George Illawarra 52-16.
Dragons’ attitude has improved: Coach Carr
St George Illawarra have been thrashed two weeks in a row but interim coach Ryan Carr saw improvement in the side's attitude on Thursday night.
Storm’s Asofa-Solomona a giant threat out wide: Hughes
Ahead of their NRL clash with Penrith, Melbourne halfback Jahrome Hughes says Nelson Asofa-Solomona is livelier since moving from prop to the second-row.
Rabbitohs need to defy odds to boost top-eight chances
One-time premiership favourites, South Sydney have suffered a fall from grace that has left them hanging onto finals football by a thread.
Schuster takes hip-pocket hit to re-sign with Manly
Josh Schuster has taken a pay cut to re-sign with Manly until 2027, with the five-eighth set for a positional switch from next season.
Bellamy says no to Origin with Storm his only interest
Melbourne coach Craig Bellamy gave a blunt no when asked if he was interested in replacing embattled NSW Origin coach Brad Fittler.
Penrith’s Leniu could be Fittler’s Origin answer
After two devastating State of Origin losses plagued by bench mismanagement, Penrith's Spencer Leniu looms as a possible saviour for the Blues.
‘Unacceptable’ Walsh will learn lesson: Reynolds
Brisbane captain Adam Reynolds says the Broncos will help No.1 Reece Walsh improve his behaviour after the fullback was hit with a three-week suspension.
Dolphins’ Kaufusi ‘won’t cross line’ in Broncos clash
Dolphins hitman Felise Kaufusi, known as 'Phin Diesel', says he will target his aggression against the Broncos and not get himself in hot water with officials.
Reynolds targets Broncos title, contract extension
Having etched his name indelibly into South Sydney's history in 2014, next on Adam Reynolds' bucket list is leading a premiership-winning side at Brisbane.
Warriors keen to step up again as Souths come to town
Andrew Webster's in-form Warriors will host South Sydney in round 18, looking to consolidate their top-four status against the misfiring Rabbitohs.
Storm’s fit-again Munster ready to tackle Panthers
Following illness, Cameron Munster is a certainty to suit up for the Storm as they look to wrest the NRL ladder lead from Penrith in a Marvel Stadium clash.
Door slightly ajar for Raider Wighton’s Origin return
Canberra star Jack Wighton still won't rule out backtracking on his representative football retirement and returning to the NSW State of Origin setup next year.