Cowboys coach Todd Payten doubled down on his selection of rising star Jaxon Purdue in the halves, while Zac Laybutt’s NRL return was made even sweeter by a touching detail. Read the latest following Saturday’s defeat.
Jake Trbojevic’s State of Origin dream is officially over, with the incumbent NSW Blues skipper going down with an ugly head knock, while brother Tom struggled in Manly’s win over the Cowboys.
Jaxon Purdue is the Cowboys young gun that has taken the NRL by storm and is now being talked about as a Queensland Origin bolter. But not long ago, the Mackay product was making the fortnightly 800km round trip to see his idols play.
The NRL has come down hard on two clubs and their trainers for trying to gain an unfair advantage after they were caught on camera.
The trouble with analysing Reece Walsh is he is such a polarising figure his performances are scrutinised in the extreme at both ends of the scale. It’s why the truth about his form is so hard to find, writes ROBERT CRADDOCK.
Hidden behind the explosive feud between Johnathan Thurston and Spencer Leniu lies the harsh reality facing Ezra Mam when he returns to first grade football, writes ROBERT CRADDOCK.
Despite the elation of a third consecutive victory, North Queensland Cowboys coach Todd Payten has identified a worrying trend from his side. Find out what the coach thought of Saturday night’s important win.
The Cowboys’ season is officially back on track, surviving a some late Latrell Mitchell magic to secure their third straight win, as the Rabbitohs’ horror recent Perth record continues.
A subtle piece of magic against Wests Tigers provided a strong message to the Broncos about the non-player contract they should offer Adam Reynolds, ROBERT CRADDOCK writes.
Arguably rugby league’s best ever rivalry added a new chapter thanks to pure grit while the defending premiers sink to new lows. Recap an interesting Friday Night Footy with eight things we learned.
The Panthers’ early season woes have continued, with the four-time reigning premiers denied a late try in another upset loss.
Cowboys halfback Jake Clifford has responded to suggestions he could return to the English Super League as soon as this year after the 27-year-old was linked with Leigh Leopards. Read the latest Cowboys news.
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