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NRL Analysis: "Of all the plays we’ve done, nothing will match Oyster"
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NRL Analysis: "Of all the plays we’ve done, nothing will match Oyster"

The Penrith Panthers are four-time defending premiers, but we're going back to the 2021 Preliminary Final to break down one of their best-ever plays.

Jason
Jason
Old-school rugby league breakdown: Kiwis v Australia in 1985

Old-school rugby league breakdown: Kiwis v Australia in 1985

Rugby League is constantly evolving, so I've gone back to 1985 to see how things looked when the Kiwis took on the Kangaroos in the second test at Carlaw Park.

Jason
Jason
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NRL Analysis: Breaking down fullback positioning in defence
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NRL Analysis: Breaking down fullback positioning in defence

With one having his effort questioned in Round 1, I'm looking into a few different ways fullbacks might defend the line in Round 2.

Jason
Jason
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NRL Analysis: The Importance of a Consistent Kick Chase
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NRL Analysis: The Importance of a Consistent Kick Chase

A good kick chase isn't the most exciting element of an NRL match, but it's a key factor in deciding who wins and loses each week.

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NRL Analysis: The Importance of a Consistent Kick Chase
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NRL Analysis: The Importance of a Consistent Kick Chase

A good kick chase isn't the most exciting element of an NRL match, but it's a key factor in deciding who wins and loses each week.

Jason
Jason
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NRL Round 3 Review: How the Broncos use Haas across the field, Jayden Campbell, Braydon Trindall & Zac Lomax

NRL Round 3 Review: How the Broncos use Haas across the field, Jayden Campbell, Braydon Trindall & Zac Lomax

The NRL Round 3 Review recaps the biggest moments and highlights of the round, and starts to look ahead to the next one.

Jason
Jason
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NRL Analysis: 3 Takeaways from Storm v Panthers

NRL Analysis: 3 Takeaways from Storm v Panthers

It might only be Round 3, but we've already witnessed a Game of the Season contender for 2025.

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Jason

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NRL Analysis: The Importance of a Consistent Kick Chase
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NRL Analysis: The Importance of a Consistent Kick Chase

A good kick chase isn't the most exciting element of an NRL match, but it's a key factor in deciding who wins and loses each week.

Jason
Jason
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NRL Round 3 Review: How the Broncos use Haas across the field, Jayden Campbell, Braydon Trindall & Zac Lomax

NRL Round 3 Review: How the Broncos use Haas across the field, Jayden Campbell, Braydon Trindall & Zac Lomax

The NRL Round 3 Review recaps the biggest moments and highlights of the round, and starts to look ahead to the next one.

Jason
Jason
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NRL Analysis: 3 Takeaways from Storm v Panthers

NRL Analysis: 3 Takeaways from Storm v Panthers

It might only be Round 3, but we've already witnessed a Game of the Season contender for 2025.

Jason
Jason
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NRL Round 2 Review: The new-look Tigers spine, Raiders short sides & Trindall taking over

NRL Round 2 Review: The new-look Tigers spine, Raiders short sides & Trindall taking over

The NRL Round 2 Review recaps the biggest moments and highlights of the round, and starts to look ahead to the next one.

Jason
Jason
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NRL Analysis: Breaking down fullback positioning in defence
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NRL Analysis: Breaking down fullback positioning in defence

With one having his effort questioned in Round 1, I'm looking into a few different ways fullbacks might defend the line in Round 2.

Jason
Jason
NRL Round 1 Review: 10 minutes of Cory Paix, Paseka in attack, Papenhuyzen inside & a Storm scrum

NRL Round 1 Review: 10 minutes of Cory Paix, Paseka in attack, Papenhuyzen inside & a Storm scrum

The NRL Round 1 Review recaps the biggest moments and highlights of the round, and starts to look ahead to the next one.

Jason
Jason
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Checking In From Las Vegas, Owen Pattie & Another Panthers Trickshot

Checking In From Las Vegas, Owen Pattie & Another Panthers Trickshot

A Las Vegas vibe check, Owen Patties detail on debut & the Panthers getting straight into their work.

Jason
Jason
NRL 2025 Season Preview: Analysis & Player Notes

NRL 2025 Season Preview: Analysis & Player Notes

Here, I’ve got a few key focuses for the early rounds of the season and some quick player notes for the 27 rounds moving forward.

Jason
Jason
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NRL Trials: 3 Takeaways From Week 2

NRL Trials: 3 Takeaways From Week 2

Premierships aren't won in the preseason, but they can be lost. I'm keeping an eye out for things to come in the 2025 NRL season.

Jason
Jason
NRL Trials: A few introductions, Sharpe at five-eighth & Dragons halves

NRL Trials: A few introductions, Sharpe at five-eighth & Dragons halves

Real footy is almost here, but until then, we're trying to figure out what's real and what isn't in the NRL Trials.

Jason
Jason
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Take it or Leave it: 2025 NRL Predictions

Take it or Leave it: 2025 NRL Predictions

You've given me some predictions for the 2025 NRL season. Some of which I'll take, but others I'll leave with you...

Jason
Jason
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NRL Trials 2025: Players to Watch

NRL Trials 2025: Players to Watch

From State of Origin representatives to players yet to make their NRL debut, I've got a few players to keep a close eye on heading into the 2025 season.

Jason
Jason
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