‘Nightmare’: NRL blown away by carnage
The NRL world has been left utterly stunned after everything went wrong for the Roosters in a horror show against the Bulldogs.
The NRL world has been left utterly stunned after everything went wrong for the Roosters in a horror show against the Bulldogs.
The Roosters have cash to splash next year, but they won’t be using that money to go after Zac Lomax.
The Roosters haven’t fielded a full-strength team since the 2019 grand final, a shocking injury and suspension sequence coach Trent Robinson described as “wild”. See the numbers inside.
A near identical passage of play from round 1 involving Dylan Edwards proves the Panthers fullback – comparing speeds and metres gained – could have stopped the controversial no-try. WATCH HERE
Brandon Smith wasn’t sure how to truly express himself in his first season at the Roosters, but things feel a lot more natural in 2024 on and off the field.
The NRL’s bold venture into the US has already struck gold, with the Roosters signing a sevens star after she impressed scouts in Las Vegas.
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
The calls are growing louder for Sandon Smith to replace Luke Keary when he returns from injury, but halfback Sam Walker isn’t writing off his partner in crime just yet.
Roosters players are the first to admit they were below their best against Penrith, but a howler by the Bunker didn’t help their cause and has led to calls for the obstruction rule to be changed immediately.
James Packer and a billionaire NRL godfather are quietly mending a rift after a bitter falling out marked by betrayal.
Wayne Bennett has spoken of his concerns about recent obstruction decisions by the bunker as NRL head of Football Graham Annesley admits his team made an error on Thursday night.
Commentators and fans alike have been left absolutely gobsmacked after a stunning decision stripped the Roosters of a certain try.
Ivan Cleary has had Trent Robinson’s number for eight straight games over the last four years. With a depleted Penrith side though, now is Robinson’s best chance to end his side’s hoodoo.
Billy Smith’s luckless run with injuries has continued, with the Roosters centre facing a couple of months on the sidelines.
The Roosters are flying high after a strong start to the year, but they face a tough few weeks with one of their biggest stars facing time on the sidelines.
A Tricolours quartet are stars on the footy field but are swapping the Steeden for a microphone with their sights set on stardom in the hip hop and R&B scene.
Footage has emerged of shocking scenes at Allianz Stadium where fans of the Roosters and Rabbitohs were involved in an ugly brawl that played out in front of young kids. SEE THE VIDEO.
The bitter rivalry between the Roosters and Rabbitohs exploded in the grandstands in an ugly brawl between fans on Friday night.
Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii spent years learning from Joseph Manu on how to become an NRL star, but the script has been flipped.
He’s loved by his teammates and misjudged by the public But according to Jake Friend, there is no doubt where JWH stands among the best props in the NRL.
A former star is on the verge of a stunning NRL return, with the Roosters confirming the door is wide open for him to play this season.
Jared Waerea-Hargreaves will take to an NRL field for the 300th time in round three, putting him in the conversation with some of the greatest prop forwards of the NRL era. Cast your vote on the best.
Luke Keary was in good spirits at Roosters headquarters on Monday, but the champion playmaker won’t take on his former side after his latest head knock.
Luke Brooks’ first game in front of a parochial Manly home crowd couldn’t have gone better in a thoroughly entertaining clash against the Roosters.
Manly has started the season 2-0 after overcoming the Roosters in contentious fashion in front of a packed Brookvale Oval crowd.
A revolving door of exits and re-signings at the Roosters has left coach Trent Robinson with a complicated backline puzzle in 2024 and beyond. One key signing would solve any long-term problems.
The Roosters can be ruthless when they need to be, but James Tedesco doesn’t deserve to be kicked to the kerb for Joey Manu. Plus, the vibes are high at Parramatta following a positive pre-season, but they’ll need more than that to keep pace with the top teams. WEEKEND READ
Officials are breathing a sigh of relief as Roosters hooker Brandon Smith and Broncos fullback Reece Walsh are the final NRL players to be granted visas for the Las Vegas double-header.
Round 1 of the NRL kicks off in the bright lights of Las Vegas in three weeks, but there are plenty of team selections to be made before then. PAMELA WHALEY runs the rule over every club.
There’s been a twist in the Joseph Manu story with the Roosters moving swiftly to re-sign one of their star outside backs.
There’s been a twist in the Joseph Manu story with the Roosters moving swiftly to re-sign one of their star outside backs.
The Sydney Roosters’ best player is reportedly set to leave the glamour club this year in a shock code switch and a major blow to the NRL.
Two of the game’s most exciting young stars will make their club debuts, when Manly and Brisbane play their opening trials. See the best young players at every club.
The NRL is in talks with a $US64m ($98m) NFL star who could return to his $5000-a-year rugby league grassroots in what would prove a priceless move for the game’s US venture.
In part one of our exclusive 2024 NRL coaches’ survey, 30 of the code’s sharpest minds speak their minds on the state of the game. TAKE THE SURVEY
Most come in sight unseen but this former NRL gun believes the New Zealand Warriors teens about to arrive en mass will “shake up” our NSW rugby league junior comps.
Could these gun juniors – signed by the Dolphins, Broncos, Titans and Cowboys – be Queensland’s next-generation Origin Maroons? We also uncover four ripper Roosters.
From round 1 hopefuls to suspended stars, we analyse every NRL club’s casualty ward and reveal return dates for injured stars. Check out the definitive NRL health check.
The Roosters’ sly move to get a star player an exemption for the NRL’s Las Vegas blockbuster has been rejected.
The Sydney Roosters’ hopes of having Jared Waerea-Hargreaves’ suspension shortened have been quashed, with the hard hitting star rubbed out of their Las Vegas season opener.
Despite boasting stars like Latrell Mitchell, Alex Johnston and Damien Cook, a 19-year-old ‘freak’ has been rated the best athlete at the club. NRL SuperCoach Insider and rookie analysis.
St George Illawarra captain Ben Hunt has committed to the club in the wake of multiple pre-season setbacks as the Dragons confirm Ronald Volkman’s replacement.
Coaching in the NRL can be a nasty, brutish and short career choice – our experts rate the career prospects of every club’s clipboard holder ahead of the 2024 season.
From pre-season fixtures to fitness, fresh faces to fresh fades, the latest news from every club as they sweat it out on the path to round 1.
Roosters coach Trent Robinson says he was disappointed in the outcome but proud of the spirit displayed by his squad in 2023. FULL Q&A HERE
The Roosters may have unearthed the new version of the famous Johns brothers, after securing one of Queensland rugby league’s hottest young prospects.
The Sydney Roosters are set to soar over their NRL rivals in 2024, with the addition of Dom Young giving them one of the tallest back fives in rugby league history.
The Knights attack was back at its best in 2023 after a historic run of wins, but it may have believers in the paranormal on edge. These are the stats that will determine your team’s hopes in 2024.
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All signs point to the Roosters challenging the Panthers for the NRL premiership. However, scratch the surface and there are issues for coach Trent Robinson to resolve.
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