Of course Manly will win the comp, but aside from that, some observations after one month of fair dinkum competition.
If we don't win… Souths will beat Dogs in the GF. Both have monstrous packs and are dangerous at the back, and are well coached. Biggest threat – Roosters.
As usual, Storm look good out of the blocks but I suspect this year they can't sustain it. Surely due for a critical injury or two.
Of the rest, Titans and Knights are looking good for the 8. That leaves 1 spot for an also-ran, take your pick from Cows, Brisbane & Sharks.
If we don't win… Souths will beat Dogs in the GF. Both have monstrous packs and are dangerous at the back, and are well coached. Biggest threat – Roosters.
As usual, Storm look good out of the blocks but I suspect this year they can't sustain it. Surely due for a critical injury or two.
Of the rest, Titans and Knights are looking good for the 8. That leaves 1 spot for an also-ran, take your pick from Cows, Brisbane & Sharks.