Why Cowboys young gun has turned Phil Gould’s head
North Queensland centre Jaxon Purdue has been one of the shining young lights of the NRL and good judges say he will be a key spine player in the near future.
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Seibold sees GI in Turbo but dodges Fogarty questions
Manly coach Anthony Seibold has likened Tom Trbojevic to Greg Inglis ahead of the star fullback's return to the park.
‘Burns a hole’: pain that drives Brigginshaw in Origin
Queensland co-captain Ali Brigginshaw is relentless in her quest for Origin success and it all goes back to when rugby league was ripped away from her.
‘Part of footy’: Tigers accept Galvin could be booed
Wests Tigers players hope Lachlan Galvin is given a welcome reception this weekend but accept the Leichhardt Oval crowd could jeer the want-away five-eighth.
Sonny days ahead as Broncos ‘X’ marks spot on the edge
Brisbane's rampaging second-rower Xavier Willison changed codes to be like his idol Sonny-Bill Williams as he makes a strong fist of positional switch.
Sandon Smith shines as Roosters thump Dragons
Sandon Smith has produced his strongest NRL performance to date with a 22-point display in the Sydney Roosters' 46-18 win over St George Illawarra.
Storm continue winning ways against South Sydney
Melbourne have bagged a 24-16 win over South Sydney, who could have Latrell Mitchell in trouble after an alleged high shot that ended Sua Fa'alogo's night.
Mitchell facing suspension for latest illegal shot
Latrell Mitchell is facing suspension for the shot that sidelined Sua Fa'alogo during Melbourne's defeat of South Sydney on Anzac Day.
Maroons entertainer Robinson ready to launch new era
Queensland winger Julia Robinson is a try scoring machine but she wants to bring more entertainment and athleticism to the art.
Key Katoa quality Dolphins will build club around
In-form Dolphins half Isaiya Katoa is the foundation stone of the club's future but it is his capacity for self-reflection and growth that sets him apart.
Sister act: Horsburgh thanks sibling for Origin form
Canberra forward Corey Horsburgh has put himself in the picture for a Queensland recall after his diligent attention to detail both on and off the field.
Strange new era begins with fresh faces for NSW Origin
New halves and competition for squad places has Sky Blues coach John Strange confident NSW can start the women's State of Origin series on a high.
Dolphins, Broncos to make history at Suncorp Stadium
Brisbane and the Dolphins will host an historic two separate NRL games at Suncorp Stadium in round 17, where upwards of 70,000 fans will attend.
DCE quest endorsed by Dolphin with most to lose
Dolphins playmaker Kodi Nikorima's position could be in jeopardy if the club signs Daly Cherry-Evans but he would welcome the Manly captain's arrival.
It’s not just on Tommy Turbo to snap Manly’s slump
Manly players are eager for the return of talismanic fullback Tom Trbojevic, who has recovered from his latest injury to face Penrith.
North Queensland ‘barometer’ Coen Hess leads revival
The impact and energy of North Queensland prop Coen Hess has been credited with lifting the side on and off the field during a three-game winning streak.
Mitchell returns to fullback as Bennett chases answers
After an underwhelming stint at five-eighth, South Sydney superstar Latrell Mitchell will return to fullback for Friday night's NRL clash with Melbourne.
Big contract call awaits after Dogs rule out Galvin bid
Canterbury's public declaration that they won't move for Lachlan Galvin has prompted fresh questions over Toby Sexton's contract.
Cobbo backed to defy doubters in Broncos No.1 switch
Brisbane's new fullback Selwyn Cobbo is a giant physical presence, and Pat Carrigan says his stellar showing at No.1 in Magic Round last year augurs well.
RCG ‘nose’ best as Titans aim to stop bleeding
Titans prop Reagan Campbell-Gillard suffered a badly broken nose last round, but that is the least of his worries as he opens up on his own personal struggles.
Brown goes offline as Moses return lifts NRL’s $14m man
There would be few who appreciated Mitchell Moses' comeback for Parramatta as much as Dylan Brown, who has faced scrutiny since agreeing to join Newcastle.
Carrigan seeks Broncos gains after Maguire ‘poked bear’
Brisbane prop Pat Carrigan insists he must improve his game against a Canterbury club he twice knocked back as he refutes claims the Broncos are a two-man pack.
Tigers in Galvin backflip as teen star handed recall
The Wests Tigers have recalled Lachlan Galvin a week after dumping the five-eighth to reserve grade.
Molo to debut for Dolphins after double injury blow
The Dolphins will be without forwards Felise Kaufusi and Jeremy Marshall-King for the away trip to Canberra as prop Frank Molo makes a club debut.
Panthers hooker banned for tackle that enraged Robbo
The NRL has offered Mitch Kenny a two-game ban for an illegal hip-drop tackle that went unpunished during Penrith's clash with the Sydney Roosters.
Eels eye Galvin after Tigers served with legal letter
Lachlan Galvin's Wests Tigers contract status has taken another turn, with his agent serving the club with a legal letter claiming he has been bullied.
Young talent time helps Raiders rise against Titans
Canberra trailed 16-0 against Gold Coast before in-form second-rower Hudson Young inspired a 30-20 win to make another case for a NSW recall.
Circling Sharks inflict more pain on struggling Knights
Newcastle have suffered another uninspiring NRL loss, falling at home to a 34-14 defeat at the hands of the well-travelled Cronulla Sharks.
‘Unsmiling assassin’: Dolphins fired by rolling Stone
Dolphins forward Ray Stone is a throwback to the 1980s, but the match-winner against Melbourne is worth his weight in gold to his teammates.
‘Thanks Mal’: Young’s quest for NSW recall on track
Canberra forward Hudson Young says Australia coach Mal Meninga made him believe he could play for NSW again, and his brilliant form has him right in the frame.
Selwyn Cobbo at fullback has risks, rewards for Broncos
With Reece Walsh out of action with a knee injury, Brisbane coach Michael Maguire will readjust the spine, and No.1 is not the only spot under scrutiny.