The Tackle: Public face of Knights’ dramatic collapse
In the space of six weeks, Newcastle has slipped from first to dead last. And it’s not all Kalyn Ponga or Adam O’Brien’s fault, writes PAUL CRAWLEY.
Raiders
‘Sorry’: Ricky lost for words after capitulation
Raiders coach Ricky Stuart was left distraught after Saturday’s “disappointing” loss to the Warriors, apologising to the club’s fanbase.
Legends fume at ‘ridiculous’ footy farce
The Raiders were potentially thwarted by a controversial Bunker decision that gifted the Warriors a crucial penalty in the 79th minute.
‘Horrible’: Raiders star’s nightmare blunder
Jordan Rapana gifted the Warriors their opening points of Saturday afternoon’s thriller with this “horrible” first-half blunder.
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Graphic additions to NRL star’s face
NRL star Sio Soliola wasn’t shy in revealing the full extent of his drastic surgery following a horrific facial injury suffered against the Dragons.
Daley’s warning for off-contract Cotric
Cashed-up Canterbury are chasing Canberra winger Nick Cotric hard, but Raiders legend Laurie Daley has urged the Kangaroos and Blues flyer to remain loyal to the Green Machine.
NRL R9 Teams: Million-dollar man gets call in huge shake-up
Despite bold showings against two competition heavyweights in recent weeks, Dragons coach Paul McGregor has still wielded the axe for Sunday’s showdown with Manly. And that’s good news for one high-profile player.
Unheralded Havili charged with keeping Raiders alive
The Raiders have been hit with an injury crisis in the forwards at the worst possible time but they can lean on their own version of Melbourne cult hero Brandon Smith for inspiration.
Early Mail: Star Cows recruit’s fullback snub
KFC SuperCoaches have been rocked by injuries to popular players Kalyn Ponga and Zac Lomax, while an 18-year-old rookie with just just three first grade games to his name has bumped Val Holmes to the wing.
NRL Tackle: Not sold on the GOAT’s move
It’s almost impossible to find a fault in the Storm’s thrilling golden-point win over the Roosters but there was one nitpick from the classic clash. Dally M votes from every game.
Crying shame as Broncos clearly at breaking point
While it emphasises that players at the Brisbane Broncos are hurting, it was a hard watching the tears post-game which exposed their mental state and the pressure they are under. HIGHLIGHTS, LOWLIGHTS
Horsburgh would miss the red mist
Corey Horsburgh is fuelled by anger when out on the footy field, but the Raiders firebrand knows he walks a fine line between using his emotions and them using him.
Can Raiders thwart Bulldogs’ mega deal for Cotric?
John Bateman is heading home to England, and now Canberra faces another battle to hold on to a star player with Canterbury coming hard for off-contract winger Nick Cotric.
Kent: NRL’s dodgy dealers exposed
They are the faceless men who have become used to bending NRL boards and coaches to their will. Paul Kent lifts the lid on rogue player managers and reveals why their leash is about to be tightened.
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