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.
Eels
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.
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.
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‘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.
Coach’s message to Brown as rivals circle
Jason Ryles has addressed growing concerns that Dylan Brown could leave the Eels as deadline day approaches.
NRL wooden spooners are finally good again
The Wests Tigers’ recruits starred on Friday night, but the club is sweating on scans after one of their backs suffered a potentially serious injury.
Gutho reveals his mum’s drastic move after Parra exit
New Dragons co-captain Clint Gutherson says he has no ill-feelings about the way he left Parramatta, but his mother appeared to take his exit a lot more personally.
10-year, $11m fight club: Three-way battle for Eels star Dylan Brown
Parramatta star Dylan Brown will turn down one of the richest deals in NRL history if he decides to stay with the Eels as three clubs prepare to go all in on the high-profile free agent.
Rookies, recruits, combos: What we learned from every NRL trial
Footy is back! Our NRL experts have analysed all the weekend’s trial action, casting a keen eye on the rookies, recruits and players vying for Round 1 spots.
Unmatchable energy: Rookie who must start for Eels in round one
The Jason Ryles’ era at Parramatta has started off in fine fashion, with a host of young stars impressing as they cruised past the Knights. One player stood out to nail down a round one spot.
‘He can make it his own’: King Gutho anoints Eels prince
Former Parramatta skipper Clint Gutherson has opened up about the untried NRL rookie set to replace him in the no. 1 jumper at the Eels.
‘Needs to prove himself’: Eels great’s $400k wake up call for Brown
Parramatta legend Brett Kenny has declared Dylan Brown is not worth his $1.2 million asking price and has called for the Eels official who allowed the get-out clauses in his contract to be sacked.
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