Storm hit Eels for 50 in brutal start to Ryles era
Welcome to the NRL, Jason Ryles. The new era at Parramatta got off to the worst start imaginable, with the Eels dismantled by the Storm and the new coach humbled by his former mentor.
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‘Eat more’: How Eels star shed 10kg from monster frame
It’s rugby league’s version of a revenge body, with Parramatta’s Junior Paulo set to roll out a sleek new frame the Eels hope will lead them back to the finals. HERE’S HOW HE DID IT.
Defensive woes a concern for Storm
Storm coach Craig Bellamy will demand a better ‘attitude’ in defence from a Melbourne side hoping to extend its run of success in NRL round-one games.
How Eels’ failed $10m Bellamy pursuit paved way for Ryles
If Parramatta had their way, Craig Bellamy would be returning to AAMI Park in round one as head coach of the Eels. Instead, Bellamy knocked back the richest coaching contract in NRL history, paving the way for Jason Ryles to land the gig.
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Johns’ brutal call on $2.7m Ponga plot
Star playmaker Dylan Brown and his contract saga is the talk of the NRL, but Kalyn Ponga’s future is also suddenly a talking point.
Eels shattered by brutal Mitch Moses update
New Eels coach Jason Ryles has been dealt a huge blow in his first season in charge with a horror Mitch Moses update.
First six NRL rounds predicted: Could Eels go 0-6 without Moses?
Parramatta’s 2025 campaign could get off to the worst possible start without Mitch Moses. See every club’s predicted ladder position through the first six rounds.
Injury news gets worse for Eels skipper
Life for new Parramatta coach Jason Ryles just got harder with some serious injury news for his captain.
Eels end Moses clause chaos with monster contract upgrade
Mitchell Moses has extended his contract with Parramatta, re-signing on a new, upgraded five-year deal that will keep him at the Eels until the end of 2029. See the full contract details.
Eels half signs monster new deal
The Eels have locked in their most important player on a monster new deal, with their focus now shifting to trying to keep their other star playmaker.
‘They’re nervous’: Eels blink over $13m plot
Parramatta has for the first time shown signs the club fears star playmaker Dylan Brown will leave after a $13 million offer.
New role for Lomax on and off the field
Zac Lomax is a week away from making his club debut with the Eels, but it’s not the only new thing in his life.
‘Watchability’ rankings: Broncos pipped as NRL’s most watchable team
They’re brimming with star power and have a murky recent off-field track record, but the Brisbane Broncos can’t crack No.1 spot on TRAVIS MEYN’S watchability rankings for 2025.
Why Eels fans could be in for rollercoaster year
Isaiah Iongi had a couple of classy moments last week, but Eels coach Jason Ryles has warned fans to be patient in his first year in charge.
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