Every NRL club’s best 17, scouting report for the 2025 season
For teams like the Tigers, Eels and Dragons, there are plenty of fresh faces set to transform their line-up in 2025. We reveal every NRL club’s best 1-17 for the upcoming season.
Eels
Star’s massive first task as Eels skipper
Mitch Moses has only been captain for a couple of days, but he faces his first major test and it’s all to do with his powers of persuasion.
‘Honoured’: Parra lock in star as new captain
After new coach Jason Ryles squeezed out long-time Parramatta captain Clint Gutherson, the club has turned to arguably its best player as captain.
Star half drops Parramatta bombshell
Dylan Brown has reportedly informed the Eels of news that will send shockwaves across the NRL before the season begins.
Gutherson responds to ex-teammate’s classy act
Clint Gutherson’s departure from Parramatta clearly rocked his former teammates and one classy gesture has reached his ears.
Eels lure cross-code star to bolster NRLW squad
Fresh from a pre-Olympics rugby camp in France, rising New Zealand Black Ferns star Rosie Kelly has signed a one-year deal with the Parramatta Eels. SEE FINALISED NRLW SQUADS AND CONTRACT LENGTHS FOR 2024
‘Blank canvas’: Coach’s plans for new-look Eels
Jason Ryles swatted away the flies and handled his first major press conference with ease as the new Eels coach discussed all the key issues facing his club.
Eye-popping price tag behind failed rebel Eels takeover
An attempt by a rebel group to seize control of the Parramatta Leagues club, has been a sensational and expensive failure, despite backing from some of the Eels’ heavyweight former players.
Parramatta moves to erase Moses contract clauses
Parramatta are set to work with Mitchell Moses to erase certain clauses from his contract, a move which could see the star halfback play out the remainder of his glittering career at the Eels.
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NRL Round 1 draw: Club’s horror start to 2025
The NRL has unveiled the first round of fixtures ahead of the 2025 season, one new coach being handed a baptism by fire.
Eels star gutted over ‘sad’ development
Mitch Moses can’t wait to jump back on the rollercoaster next year after one of the wildest rides in 2024 for him and his club.
‘Offer a lot’: Bombshell switch confirmed
Clint Gutherson finally has his NRL future sorted, weeks after being informed his position at the Eels was in jeopardy.
Gutho leaves Eels, set for huge offer
A representative star’s future is becoming clearer after a major move on Wednesday as NRL player movement cranks up.
Shock new contender for sacked NRL star
Josh Addo-Carr is without a club at the moment but don’t expect that to last long with the star winger attracting a third suitor.
Lomax reveals why he left the Dragons
Zac Lomax has opened up on why he left the Dragons to join Parramatta, what position he wants to play next year and why Ben Hunt’s critics have missed the mark.
Eels skipper given his marching orders
The Eels have given their captain and star fullback permission to meet with other clubs following a meeting with their new coach.
Insane $10m Bellamy offer revealed
Craig Bellamy is taking the Melbourne Storm to a record 10th grand final as coach but a shock bid for his services has been revealed.
Shock club enters race for $750k NRL star
An unexpected club has reportedly entered the race for a former NSW State of Origin star after he was shown the door.
‘Disrespectful’ Eels plot emerges over captain
Parramatta’s true intentions for captain Clint Gutherson have been exposed with a report the club’s actions are “disrespectful”.
‘Nothing personal’: Ryles breaks silence
Jason Ryles has answered the big questions as he takes over the Eels including Reagan Campbell-Gillard’s exit and Clint Gutherson’s future.
‘Doesn’t make sense’: Shock call stuns NRL
Departing Parramatta prop Reagan Campbell-Gillard has left a rival NRL coach furious after a stunning decision left his career up in the air.
‘Devastating’ 2025 blow spoils NRL bloodbath
The Eels should have been celebrating dodging the wooden spoon but a brutal blow may have already wreaked havoc on their 2024 season.
Coach walks out after ‘disgraceful’ scenes
Dragons coach Shane Flanagan has cut his press conference short after slamming his own side after they left their finals hopes in tatters.
Shock scenes blow NRL top eight wide open
The Dragons top eight chances are in tatters, despite having almost pulled off the greatest comeback in NRL history.
Eels’ new-look coaching staff revealed
Jason Ryles will have a familiar face in the coaching box next year after he finalised his assistants for 2025, including one of his former teammates and mentors.
‘That’ll do me’: Vautin in disbelief over drama
The Broncos have pulled off an epic comeback over Parramatta to save their season but a wild Bunker call left a pair of legends in disbelief.
‘Diabolical’ scene exposes $828m farce
NRL fans and pundits alike have been left stunned after bizarre scenes at the two-year old Allianz Stadium on Friday night.
Eels star forced to explain bizarre clause
Trent Barrett has praised his players for remaining committed, with more reports that a high-profile star could leave at the end of the year.
Star’s NRL future creates tension
The focus at Parramatta has been on the future of Mitchell Moses and fill-in coach Trent Barrett made his feelings on the matter clear.
‘It’s not rumours’: Moses linked to Eels exit
In news that will be the last thing long-suffering Eels fans will want to hear, halfback Mitchell Moses has been linked with a rival club.
‘Squirrel grip’ drama erupts in NRL boilover
An ugly accusation has taken the gloss of the Eels’ first win in six matches, which puts the Warriors’ season on life support.
‘Disgrace’: Photo exposes damning Eels truth
Blaize Talagi’s shock exit from the Eels has brought the club under fire with some suggesting Talagi’s exit is “only the beginning.”
Eels star yet to hear from incoming coach
The future of several Parramatta stars remains clouded, with reports incoming coach Jason Ryles will look to make changes to the roster.
Gutherson’s role locked in for rest of 2024
Trent Barrett has locked in Clint Gutherson to play fullback for the rest of the season, with the interim coach making a bold call on a young star’s best position.
‘Lunatic’ steals celebration in savage scenes
The Titans got off to a perfect start against the hapless Eels, with one star winning over the NRL with his ruthless act.
Plot thickens in NRL star’s move mystery
Blues star Zac Lomax has come clean on his stance on playing on the wing in 2024, raising eyebrows about his exit from the Dragons.
Barrett future unclear after Eels snub
Trent Barrett has to coach Parramatta for the rest of 2024 not knowing if he’ll be at the club when new coach Jason Ryles arrives.
‘Great for us’: Eels star’s pitch to club bosses
Jason Ryles may be taking over next year, but Clint Gutherson hopes it doesn’t force a key member of Parramatta’s coaching staff out the door.
Moses opens up on Eels coaching drama
The coaching circus at the Eels is finally over, with star playmaker Mitchell Moses opening up on the past few months and rumours of an internal rift at the club.
Eels confirm worst kept NRL coaching secret
The Parramatta Eels have unveiled their new head coach who will take over the embattled NRL team following Brad Arthur’s sacking.
‘Ideal person’: Parra lock in new coach
As the former Parramatta coach signed up with a big club in the UK, the Eels locked in the man to turn their fortunes around.
‘It was too much’: NRL star’s desperate battle
Kieran Foran has opened up on the darkest period of his life, when he walked away from a multimillion-dollar deal.
‘Why the hell’: Disbelief over NRL brain fade
If there was any lingering glimmer of hope of the Eels ending their 38-year premiership drought, it was washed away on Thursday night.
‘Out in the open’: Barrett wants coach call made
With a star recruit wavering amid a disastrous season for Parramatta, the caretaker coach has demanded a call be made on the club’s future.
‘Disaster’: Eels slammed for coaching debacle
New details about Parramatta Eels officials’ coaching blunders have emerged with one contender ruled out days before the deadline.
Dramatic vision of NRL star and alleged racist
Parramatta star Junior Paulo appeared to confront a fan who allegedly hurled racist abuse his way, with the NRL investigating.
‘No way’: NRL’s decision on painful Eels calls
Eels fans won’t want to watch Graham Annesley’s weekly briefing after he gave his verdict on a couple of controversial calls.
Ref excuse revealed after blocking try-saver
Eels skipper Clint Gutherson has revealed what referee Peter Gough said after blocking the fullback making a potentially try-saving tackle.
NRL rookie goes rogue, legend goes berserk
Knights debutant Will Pryce has almost instantly won over NRL fans in a hilarious post-match interview that left him apologising.
Horror discovery exposes Eels’ ugly truth
It’s been a season to forget for Parramatta, with the extent of their demise revealed on Sunday afternoon while players watched the Tigers carve up Canberra.
Bennett backs bolter in Eels coach hunt
Dragons assistant coach Dean Young has been revealed as a genuine contender to be named the Eels’ next head coach.
NRL star’s incredible sportsmanship act
An NRL star is being praised for a classy act towards a rival player in a scary moment that silenced the stadium.
‘Best I’ve seen’: Genius call stuns NRL
The Parramatta Eels have floored fans and commentators with a genius captain’s challenge that Andrew Voss said was “a bit of history”.
Maguire’s shock as Eels coach search narrows
NSW Blues coach Michael Maguire has reportedly ruled himself out of contention for the vacant Eels head coaching job.
Eels great reveals drug use, fake injuries
One of the most feared league players of the 1980s, Eric Grothe has made some startling revelations over the demons he has battled.
Mitchell Moses opens up on Origin miss
Mitchell Moses made a stunning return for Parramatta in the big win over Cronulla and revealed he felt helpless as coach Brad Arthur was sacked.
‘No comment’: NRL presser takes a turn
Eels interim coach Trent Barrett and skipper Clint Gutherson have taken a lighthearted dig at one of their players are a much needed win.
‘Can’t believe’: Moses leaves NRL in disbelief
Mitchell Moses’ Eels comeback has breathed new life into Parramatta’s season but the NRL world has all called for the same thing.
Timely boost for battling NRL club
If the Eels are to mount any mid-season charge to the finals, it must start on Thursday with their two best players back from injury.
Eels skipper on ‘cruel’ coach call
Clint Gutherson was devastated to see Brad Arthur sacked last week, but the Eels skipper is confident his former mentor won’t be out of the game for long.
Eels star says Arthur’s axing was unfair
Parramatta’s decision to sack Brad Arthur hasn’t gone down well with everyone at the club, with one of their biggest stars calling the move “unfair”.
Latrell drama proves NRL has lost the plot
NRL fans and commentators are fuming after yet another baffling set of decisions seemingly exposed the game’s frustrating inconsistency.
Fresh twist in NRL coaching merry-go-round
Speculation in the NRL coaching ranks is at fever pitch, with talks breaking down between Anthony Seibold and the Sea Eagles.
Billy Slater linked with huge career shift
Billy Slater has emerged as the NRL’s “golden ticket” with the Queensland coach linked with a drastic career move.
One question brings axed Eels coach to tears
Axed the day before his 50th birthday, former Eels coach Brad Arthur has won over the NRL world with his reaction to the shock news.
38-year-old NRL drought gets even worse
Parramatta officials have defended their treatment of Brad Arthur and revealed just how desperate they were to sign Wayne Bennett.
Sad text emerges in NRL coach’s sacking
Brutal details have emerged about the sacking of former Eels coach Brad Arthur with one damning text message emerging.
‘Nothing is fair’: Battling coach grilled
After his side’s latest heavy defeat, Parramatta coach Brad Arthur has been grilled by reporters over his future at the NRL club.
Moses unlikely to play in Origin opener
Michael Maguire may have just lost another playmaker, with Eels coach Brad Arthur effectively ruling Mitch Moses out of the State of Origin opener.
‘Gave me some pills’: Walsh can’t help himself
The NRL may have been losing their minds for Reece Walsh since his debut but he’s responded after his own club brought him back to earth.
Bennett’s shock Eels bid as Souths pounce
Wayne Bennett is reportedly keeping his options open despite South Sydney set to make their move for the super coach.
Eels rocked by star’s knee injury
The bye week was supposed to take pressure off the Eels, but things are somehow worse with one of their most important players injured.
‘Silly, stupid’: NRL star’s days are numbered
A Parramatta Eels flyer could be set for another stint in the NRL wilderness after a stupid brain explosion cost his team badly.
Senior stars defend under-pressure coach
Brad Arthur’s position as Eels coach has come under fire following their shocking second half in Darwin, but the players know where the blame lies.
League legend’s scathing attack on the Eels
Pressure is mounting on the Eels to make significant changes, with Mark Geyer accusing Parramatta of raising the white flag during their ugly defeat in Darwin.
Lomax officially signs with rival club
He’s been trying to get out of the club for months, and Zac Lomax has finally got his wish, with the Dragons star signing a new deal with a Sydney rival.
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.
Eels land Lomax despite huge pay cut
The Eels have reportedly landed a huge signing coup with Zac Lomax set to sign a bumper contract four-year deal to join Brad Arthur’s outfit.
Arthur not keen to work with master coach
The calls are growing louder for Wayne Bennett to join Parramatta as a coaching director, but Brad Arthur doesn’t want a bar of it.
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