Major comeback boosts Roosters’ playmaking stocks
Young star Sam Walker has been given the green light to return to the field via reserve grade following his recovery from a devastating ACL injury.
Young star Sam Walker has been given the green light to return to the field via reserve grade following his recovery from a devastating ACL injury.
A Sydney Roosters star said what everyone was thinking when Bulldogs Phil Gould asked him a pointed question on a TV footy show.
Move over, Penrith – the NRL has a new pathway to rugby league stardom. An analysis of the Roosters squad dispels the myths about the club’s so-called lack of juniors, but also has the Tricolours set up for a potential loss of homegrown talent.
Exciting young fullback Joash Papalii could be given a crack at the No.6 jersey at the Eels as Jason Ryles works on a long-term plan for Dylan Brown’s impending exit. Plus, Origin I breaks records and more.
The South Sydney Rabbitohs have taken their fight for a move to Allianz Stadium to social media, calling for a return to their ‘heartland’. But the Roosters were quick to respond.
Roosters players have been following Robert Toia for a lot longer than his 10 NRL matches, and it’s why they’ve backed the Maroons rookie to handle his shock debut.
Meet the next generation of rugby league stars. Our experts have scoured the land to discover the players set to make their way on to the NRL stage for every club.
The Roosters have every right to be angry with their draw during the Origin period, but players are embracing the challenge.
It was a brave decision from Robert Toia to say no to advances from NRL super coach Wayne Bennett and a return to his junior club. However, it’s ultimately a call that paved the way for his Maroons debut.
The NRL playing schedule during Origin has again been exposed for being unfair and lacking integrity with the Roosters, Bulldogs and Sea Eagles the only clubs without a bye before a game.
The Bulldogs have beaten the Roosters in a thriller after a clutch four-pointer which outdid Mark Nawaqanitawase’s try of the year contender.
Despite scoring a try of the year contender on the back of some Mark Nawaqanitawase magic, the Sydney Roosters failed to claim victory, as the Bulldogs produced yet another comeback win.
Mark Nawaqanitawase scored a miracle try, some State of Origin bolters passed their final test and some SuperCoach PODs have emerged. Recap a stunning Friday Night Footy with five things we learned.
James Tedesco hasn’t been burdened by State of Origin expectations this year, but he is right in the mix to earn a recall even if he doesn’t expect it.
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