Coach Sheens claims Brooks attacks verge on ‘bullying’
Tim Sheens has hit out at critics of Wests Tigers halfback Luke Brooks, claiming the media are almost bullying the under-pressure No.7.
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Skipper Yeo made Penrith meeting hours after child born
Isaah Yeo returned to Penrith training four hours after the birth of his second child as the Panthers prepared ahead of their NRL defeat of Manly.
Raiders firebrand Horsburgh targets Maroons debut
In-form Canberra forward Corey Horsburgh grew up idolising Queensland forward Corey Parker and hopes to play for the Maroons after overcoming multiple injuries.
Broncos’ Taupau avoids NRL charge over Rapana collision
Brisbane prop Martin Taupau has not been charged for his collision with Jordan Rapana after being controversially penalised late in the NRL loss to Canberra.
Eels just as desperate as Tigers for Easter win: Arthur
Parramatta found themselves ambushed by a desperate Wests Tigers side last Easter but the Eels will be just as hungry for victory as their rivals this time.
Tabuai-Fidow relishing fresh NRL start at Dolphins
Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow has only one regret leaving North Queensland for NRL newcomers the Dolphins and it's the loss of his favourite fishing spots.
Ricky Stuart doesn’t want to lose Wighton like Milford
Canberra coach Ricky Stuart has a special bond with playmaker Jack Wighton but conceded Wayne Bennett's Dolphins remain a threat after Raiders tabled new deal.
Broncos skipper Reynolds allays leg injury fears
Adam Reynolds sent a scare through Brisbane when his lower leg bent back making a tackle against Canberra but the No.7 says he'll be fit to play Gold Coast
NRL defend officials as Preston avoids hip-drop ban
The NRL's match review committee have determined Canterbury's Jacob Preston was trying to make a one-on-one strip, and not a hip-drop, when he was sin-binned.
Webster wants Warriors to keep their eyes on the prize
Coach Andrew Webster says his high-flying side need to get past their slow starts in the NRL and keep improving as they prepare to tackle the Knights.
Blake Lawrie a Dragons captain in waiting: Merrin
St George Illawarra prop Blake Lawrie has the pedigree, leadership quality and love of the club to lead the Dragons, says 2010 premiership winner Trent Merrin.
Holbrook backs new Titans spine to fire against Dragons
Having lost 32-18 to St George Illawarra in round two, Gold Coast aim to bounce back as two young guns get their first start of the season in key positions.
Jack Wighton to Parramatta unlikely: Coach Brad Arthur
Parramatta appear unlikely to enter the race for Jack Wighton's signature after the Dally M Medallist informed Canberra he would test the open market.
Edwards scores four tries as Penrith flog Manly
Penrith have produced a 44-12 flogging of Manly, with fullback Dylan Edwards scoring four tries and Nathan Cleary dominating in the halves.
Trbojevic plays down injury after pain-killing needle
Manly superstar Tom Trbojevic has insisted back spasms are not a threat to his ongoing fitness, after he was needled up at halftime of the loss to Penrith.
Brave and brilliant Raiders end Broncos’ unbeaten run
A brutally physical Canberra beat Brisbane 20-14 at Suncorp Stadium with Corey Horsburgh and a bloodied and brilliant Jordan Rapana playing starring roles.
Gilbert backs Cowboys turnaround amid slow NRL start
He aided in consigning North Queensland to their fourth loss of the season but Tom Gilbert believes his former club can turn around their slow start.
Tabuai-Fidow returns to haunt Cowboys in Dolphins win
The Dolphins have scored a hard-fought win over North Queensland behind the speed and brilliance of former Cowboy Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow.
Addo-Carr’s Origin hopes hit by fresh Dogs blow
Josh Addo-Carr is set for scans on an ankle injury which could deny him a return to the NSW State of Origin side.
Mitchell steals show, Souths thump depleted Dogs in NRL
Milestone man Latrell Mitchell was the star attraction in his 150th NRL game as South Sydney thumped Canterbury 50-16 in a lopsided clash.
Broncos prop Haas next re-signing priority: Walters
Brisbane's movers and shakers say re-signing Payne Haas beyond 2024 is vital for the club with the Dolphins and other NRL suitors ready to pounce.
Titans’ halfback Tanah Boyd targets Red V redemption
Gold Coast No.7 Tanah Boyd had an unhappy night against St George Illawarra a month ago but he's putting that down as an aberration that won't be repeated.
No timeline for Luke Brooks sorting his NRL future
Luke Brooks' lucrative Wests Tigers NRL contract expires at the end of the season but the beleaguered half is in no rush to sort out his future.
Premierships the priority: Walters on Broncos mission
Newly re-signed Brisbane coach Kevin Walters has called for his side to develop their ruthless edge as he looks to open the Broncos' "premiership window".
Star Raider Tapine out of Canberra’s clash with Broncos
Canberra will be seriously short-handed when they battle Brisbane on Saturday night, with star prop Joe Tapine set to miss the match.
Storm’s Grant wins points in hooker battle with Smith
Harry Grant has kept rival hooker Brandon Smith quiet on and off the field with Melbourne posting their third successive win against the Sydney Roosters.
NRLW’s Parramatta sign NSW Blues half Rachael Pearson
Parramatta are making the most of the NRLW's new multi-year contracts, securing NSW Blues halfback Rachael Pearson on a three-year deal.
Fisher-Harris out for five weeks, Manly lose Schuster
The depth of Penrith's forward pack is set to undergo another test with marquee prop James Fisher-Harris out for five weeks through injury.
Robinson says Radley not to blame for Storm damage
Melbourne scored twice while Victor Radley was in the sin-bin but Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson says his player has improved his discipline.
Coates bags hat-trick as Storm roast Sydney Roosters
Melbourne have thumped the Sydney Roosters 28-8 in their most complete display of the NRL season, with winger Xavier Coates scoring a hat-trick.
Walters deserves Broncos extension until 2025: Lockyer
Brisbane coach Kevin Walters has provided stability, success and player development, which board member Darren Lockyer says earned him a two-year extension.