Selection headaches loom as week two NRL finals locked in
Manly has kept its season alive after a thrilling win over Canterbury, but it doesn’t get any easier from here. Check out the week two NRL finals schedule!
Cowboys
Coach hits back at NRL rival with perfect clip
Cowboys coach Todd Payten has had the last laugh in his war of words with a rival NRL coach after questions were raised about “toughness”.
NRL world divided as Knee of God KOs Knights
The North Queensland Cowboys have been touched by the NRL gods after a miracle moment just when they needed it to avoid elimination.
Cowboys seal classic finals victory after double Ponga disaster
The Cowboys fought back from the brink to claim a famous victory over Newcastle after Kalyn Ponga went within a whisker crashing the party in North Queensland. RE-LIVE ALL THE ACTION
Player ratings: Origin star’s terrible night, Ponga masterclass
Kalyn Ponga did everything in his significant power to inspire Newcastle to victory but North Queensland had enough quality to win a thriller. Check out our player ratings and have your say!
Download your free NRL 2024 ‘Heroes’ poster
To celebrate the run to the 2024 NRL grand final we have created a series of souvenir finals posters. Click here to download your “heroes” poster.
NRL: Payten’s final word, Feldty’s last ride and Clifford’s big mission
The Cowboys are ready for their biggest game of the year. Read why Payten has backed his captains to lead from the front, what Feldt is thinking ahead of his last match in Townsville, and Clifford’s tough task against his old club.
Cowboys corner: How 2023 failures inspired Nanai resurgence
An older, smarter and fitter Jeremiah Nanai has credited a gruelling pre-season for his sensational return to form after a lacklustre sophomore season. Catch up on the latest news coming out of Cowboys HQ.
‘Never looked back’: Dearden’s swipe at Broncos over ugly exit
While Brisbane conduct an internal review following a shocking season, finals bound former Bronco Tom Dearden has opened up on his Red Hill exit, and how the Cowboys saved his career.
‘Bold vision’: Cowboys eye Cairns for new hub, NRLW squad move
The North Queensland Cowboys are cementing their stronghold over the top half of the state, confirming their plans to build a high performance centre and move the NRLW squad to Cairns.
The brutal cap reality that meant Holmes had to go
As he prepares for what could be his final game for the Cowboys, Valentine Holmes has opened up on the salary cap squeeze that forced him out of the club.
Townsend: How Cowboys exploited NSW star’s greatest weakness
In his exclusive column, Chad Townsend has lifted the lid on how the Cowboys dismantled the Bulldogs defence by exposing a NSW superstar the team identified as Canterbury’s weakest link.
NRL finals: Why Teddy thinks new-look spine can crack the Panthers
The NRL finals are locked and loaded for 2024. DEAN RITCHIE runs the rule over every week 1 match-up and watch the exclusive chat with Roosters skipper James Tedesco.
‘Inept’ Bulldogs leave NRL in disbelief
The Canterbury Bulldogs appeared to be the season’s fairytale but the nightmare fortnight has left plenty of questions.
Finals frauds? Bulldogs blown away again as Cowboys secure home final
After boasting the NRL’s best defence a fortnight ago, the Bulldogs have now suffered heavy losses in back-to-back weeks, as the Cowboys blew them off the park to secure a home elimination final.
Maloney sacked by Cowboys after drink driving charge
Assistant coach James Maloney has been fired by the Cowboys following an off-field incident involving police in the lead-up to Saturday night’s clash against the Bulldogs in Sydney.
Reuben Cotter inks three-year Cowboys extension
Cowboys co-captain Reuben Cotter has signed a long-term deal to remain at the club. Read what excites him most about the core squad North Queensland is bulding.
Cowboys re-sign State of Origin star
The Cowboys have locked in one of their most important pieces going forward after they re-signed one of their State of Origin stars.
Langer Trophy Team of the Season – and where they are headed in the NRL
Langer Trophy Team of the Season has been revealed here. See if your NRL club has picked up the top talent from this year’s elite schoolboy league competition.
NRL Run Home: Every finals contender’s best, worst finish
Four unlikely finals contenders have emerged following St George Illawarra’s round 25 loss to Cronulla, as the race for the eight heats up. See every contender’s best and worst ladder finish.
The Paul Green advice that delivered North QLD its greatest ever NRL winger
Kyle Feldt was in and out of the NRL until the late Paul Green delivered him a reality check that turned his rugby league career around. Read what Feldt had to say as he called an end to his time at the Cowboys.
Show us the money: Clubs, ARLC facing $60m expansion showdown
NRL clubs hold a powerful lever in a looming showdown with the ARL Commission over plans for them to share in a $60 million licence fee for Papua New Guinea to enter the league.
Storm and Panthers own best NRL grand final hangover cures
It’s a curse which has claimed three victims in three years – but two teams seem immune to the grand final hangover. See every grand finalist’s ladder position in the five years that followed defeat.
‘Precious, spoilt’: Ricky annihilates own side
Canberra coach Ricky Stuart has given his side a brutal reality check after they were destroyed in a 38-point loss to the Cowboys,
‘I never wanted to leave’: Holmes opens up on Cowboys exit
Valentine Holmes has opened up on his heartbreaking Cowboys exit, revealing he never wanted to leave but was left no choice after facing a monster pay cut to stay in North Queensland.
Taumalolo agent defends $10m contract call amid retirement fears
The Cowboys face a multimillion-dollar payout should Jason Taumalolo be forced into medical retirement. However, Taumalolo’s agent has insisted the club were right to sign the champion forward on the massive 10-year deal.
Cowboys sign forward to monster contract extension
The Cowboys have locked in their long-term backrow pairing after Heilum Luki agreed to terms on a monster contract. Hear from the barnstorming backrower about why he re-signed.
Meet Meninga Cup’s 16 Happy Hookers in Team of the Week contention
Meet the 16 Happy Hookers from all clubs who made Meninga Cup Team of the Week selection difficult. Story here, including early pictures of the rookie No.9s as juniors.
Changes ‘absolutely’ on the cards for hapless Cowboys
Cowboys coach Todd Payten declared he would “absolutely” be looking at making changes to his side ahead of a vital clash with the Panthers. Find out who could be in line for a call-up.
SC winners and losers: Nicho’s big ton, fresh Ponga woes
Just about every Cronulla Sharks player had a blinder in a points-fest, but the big talking point out of today’s games is the fresh injury to Kalyn Ponga.
Hynes masterclass firms contention for Blues halves spot
Sharks captain Nicho Hynes was in fine form against the hapless Cowboys in round 7, making him a serious option for NSW’s five-eighth spot.
Fan-favourites’ futures revealed: Payten updates on Hess, Granville
Todd Payten revealed one of North Queensland’s most liked players is looking at overseas options for 2025. Catch up on the latest contract news coming out of Cowboys HQ.
‘Everyone knows it’s a big no-no’: Cowboys admit to cardinal NRL sin
Reece Robson conceded that the Cowboys had been committing one of rugby league’s cardinal sins far too often through the opening five rounds. Find out how they can clean up their act.
Cowboys grand finalist rejoins club
A former Cowboys player who appeared in the 2005 grand final has returned to the club. Find out what he had to say about coming back to his old NRL team.
Market Watch: Veteran Cowboy’s career all-but over after Lawton signing
Manly’s Karl Lawton has agreed terms on a two-year deal as the Cowboys look to bolster their hooking stocks, leaving North Queensland club favourite Jake Granville in limbo in Townsville.
The hard truth Cowboys must address to revive finals hopes
The Cowboys have enjoyed a much better start to their NRL season than their dismal 2023 campaign, but one key area is holding them back from being true premiership contenders.
Coach’s face ‘says it all’ in no try blunder
It wasn’t pretty but the Parramatta Eels have returned to the winner’s circle, although not before a heart attack play for coach Brad Arthur.
Scrappy Parra shake off pressure as Sydney curse haunts Cowboys
They were far from perfect, but the Parramatta Eels remain in touch with the top-eight, as the Sydney curse continues to haunt the Cowboys.
Payten hints at plan to exploit Parramatta’s greatest weakness
Incoming centre Tom Chester could be in for a field day against the Eels after Cowboys coach Todd Payten revealed the likely focal point of North Queensland’s attack. Read his game plan.
How Dearden has evolved Cowboys attack in 2024
Tom Dearden has revamped his attack this season and while his contributions aren’t all showing on the score sheet, it’s clear that he’s taken the next step in his development. Find out how.
Feldt lifts lid on touching tribute to Bowen
Kyle Feldt revealed a brief moment during his record-breaking try was a special tribute to the Cowboys’ greatest ever fullback. Find out how Feldt knew an intercept was on the cards.
Cowboys signing in Meninga Cup Team of the Week
A Cowboys signed teenager who has a splash of Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow about him made our latest Meninga Cup Team of the Week – despite his side losing by 24 points. See who else made it here.
NRL SuperCoach: 20 major winners, losers from Sunday footy
The big guns stood tall on a bumper Sunday with the Cowboys and Raiders picking up crucial wins. We look at the 20 SuperCoach NRL Winners and Losers from Sunday footy.
Hasler’s misery continues as Cowboys hold off Titans
Des Hasler’s horror season with the Titans continues after his side fell short to the Cowboys to remain winless in 2024, now sweating on an injury to one of their key playmakers.
Early Mail: Benji to blood rookie playmaker, Knights’ halves gamble
The Wests Tigers will replace one suspended playmaking phenom with another exciting young rookie, while the Knights are set for yet another halves reshuffle. READ THE LATEST TEAM NEWS
Qld NRL Report Card: Good, bad and ugly grades after four rounds
We’re a month into the NRL season and there’s a big gap between all four Queensland teams. How do they all rate so far? PAMELA WHALEY analyses draws, injury lists and form.
Tackle of the Century: Sattler weighs in on Dearden debate
Scott Sattler’s epic 2003 grand final trysaver has met its fiercest competition for the honour of rugby league’s greatest trysaver. We asked Sattler the big question: whose was better? Read his take.
Broncos doors closed for TPJ return until boxing retirement
If Tevita Pangai Jr wants to return to the Broncos, he’ll have to hang up the gloves for good first. Plus, the Cowboys are set to re-sign one of the most in-demand forwards in the NRL on a $2 million extension.
Walters, Broncos ‘inspired’ by grand final villains Penrith
Missing three key starters for the Queensland derby, Broncos coach Kevin Walters found inspiration from an unusual place as his wounded side completed a memorable win over the Cowboys.
‘Tackle from heaven’ leaves NRL in disbelief
Cowboys half Tom Dearden has pulled off one of the wildest plays in rugby league history, leaving the NRL world in utter disbelief.
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