Tigers are deserved favs vs Warriors in Sydney this weekend - the warriors will have to pull out some surprise real good footy for at least 3/4 of the game to have a chance.
On one hand I'd prefer to see Warriors win as they are a weaker potential opponent for Manly, but on the other I'd rather see NSW-based teams progress in general and the Tigers have a better chance of taking out the Storm in FinalsWk3.. And Any Storm loss is a good loss.
Broncos are deserved favs v Dragons in Brisbane - similarly the Dragons will have a lift compared to thier form/performances the past several weeks.
On 1 hand I'd like to see the Dragons win as they are a potentially weaker opponent for Manly and I'd rather see NSW-based teams progress in general and it'd be sweet to see the Broncos fail now.
On the other we don't mind seeing the Dragons choke in general, and the Broncos as a Manly opponent in Sydney in FinalsWk3 = far better crowd mix in favour of Maroon & White.
Come on Manly, regardless!