Team List Tuesday - Analysis

St. George Illawarra Dragons v Brisbane Broncos
Jubilee Oval - Friday 7:35pm

1. Josh Dugan 2. Eto Nabuli 3. Euan Aitken 4. Dylan Farrell 5. Peter Mata'utia 6. Gareth Widdop 7. Benji Marshall 8. Leeson Ah Mau 9. Mitch Rein 10. Ben Creagh 11. Will Matthews 12. Joel Thompson 13. Trent Merrin
Interchange: 14. George Rose 15. Jack de Belin 16. Jake Marketo 17. Heath L'Estrange

Changes from Last Round
In - Matthews Out - Frizell

Analysis - The Dragons defence continues to be their strength and they go into this match against Brisbane full of confidence after they ran away from Canterbury on Sunday. Both the halves in Marshall and Widdop are starting to complement each other well and will look to continue their good form against the Broncos.

Supercoach Studs - Josh Dugan (79) continues to dominate from the back and looks certain to be picked for NSW, so only buy if you aren't concerned with the byes. Euan Aitken (57) scored his first career try last week and has been a super buy this year, he looks to have nailed down his starting spot.

Supercoach Duds - Eto Nabuli (10) has a created a small headache and will be a popular trade this week. However, with a breakeven of 28 he really only needs a try to be back in it. Cross kick Benji!


1. Lachlan Maranta 2. Dale Copley 3. Jack Reed 4. Justin Hodges 5. Daniel Vidot 6. Anthony Milford 7. Ben Hunt 8. Josh McGuire 9. Andrew McCullough 10. Sam Thaiday 11. Alex Glenn 12. Matt Gillett 13. Corey Parker
Interchange: 14. Corey Oates 15. Mitch Garbutt 16. Mitchell Dodds 17. Kodi Nikorima

Changes from Last Round
In - Hodges Out - Wallace, Vidot

Analysis - The Broncos are now (along with the Cowboys) the form team of the competition and will be out to prove that trips to Sydney won't be an issue in 2015. The Brisbane pack really went to another level against the Roosters and will fancy themselves to get the go forward over the smaller Dragons pack. Captain Justin Hodges is a big inclusion, seeing Dale Copley move to the wing and Corey Oates move to the bench.

Supercoach Studs - Ben Hunt (110) was superb against the Roosters and showed tremendous class in golden point. He was just about buy of the year in 2014 and is a great option for those still looking for a replacement for Adam Reynolds. Corey Parker (94) is a Supercoach God and many of us last week forsake him as a captain choice. Have we learnt nothing from Easter!

Supercoach Duds - Corey Oates (21) again didn't see much action on his side of the field and is only an option if starting in the backrow.


Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs v Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles
ANZ Stadium - Friday 7:35pm

1. Sam Perrett 2. Curtis Rona 3. Josh Morris 4. Chase Stanley 5. Corey Thompson 6. Josh Reynolds 7. Trent Hodkinson 8. Aiden Tolman 9. Michael Lichaa 10. Tim Browne 11. Josh Jackson 12. Tony Williams 13. Greg Eastwood
Interchange: 14. Lloyd Perrett 15. Antonio Kaufusi 16. Frank Pritchard 17. Moses Mbye 19. Danny Fualalo 22. Herman Essese

Changes from Last Round
In - Ese'ese (extended bench) Out - Nil

Analysis - No major changes for the depleted Bulldogs still missing a plethora of talent from their full strength starting 17. Things haven't got any better with major doubts hanging over the availability of Tim Browne, Chase Stanley and Josh Morris who have been named. Josh Reynolds and Trent Hodkinson were heavily criticised this week by Andrew Johns and have right of reply.

Supercoach Studs - Aiden Tolman (79) has taken on a lot of responsibility as expected and is a good buy this week and has excellent bye coverage. Tony Williams (81) also looked good last week and will surely be up for a big one against his former club.

Supercoach Duds - Michael Lichaa (24) shared the hooking role with Mbye and this could be a sign of things to come unless Moses Mbye (34) is named to start. Curtis Rona (19) couldn't find the chalk against the Dragons.


1. Peta Hiku 2. Cheyse Blair 3. Jamie Lyon 4. Steve Matai 5. Brayden Wiliame 6. Kieran Foran 7. Daly Cherry-Evans 8. Jake Trbojevic 9. Matt Ballin 10. Willie Mason 11. Jamie Buhrer 12. Tom Symonds 13. Dunamis Lui
Interchange: 14. James Hasson 15. Luke Burgess 16. Justin Horo 17. Ligi Sao

Changes from Last Round
In - Lyon, Hasson Out - Sene-Lefao, T Trbojevic

Analysis - The last placed Sea Eagles will be under huge pressure to defeat a severely depleted Bulldogs side. Jamie Lyon is finally back and will lead the side.

Supercoach Studs - Jake Trbojevic (39) has been a solid pick up and has earned a starting spot this week. Steve Matai (55) had a strong game and will be out for revenge after being targeted by the Dogs pack in their Round 3 clash.

Supercoach Duds - Tom Trbojevic (-2) broke a lot of Supercoach hearts with a leg injury, which will see him sidelined after a very promising start to his career. Daly Cherry-Evans (32) had a quiet game by his standards but has traditionally been a key figure in recent clashes with Des Hasler's Bulldogs.


Gold Coast Titans v Penrith Panthers
Cbus Super Stadium - Saturday 3:00pm

1. Josh Hoffman 2. Anthony Don 3. James Roberts 4. William Zillman 5. David Mead 6. Aidan Sezer 7. Kane Elgey 8. Luke Douglas 9. Beau Falloon 10. Nate Myles 11. Ryan James 12. Dave Taylor 13. Greg Bird
Interchange: 14. Matt White 15. Lachlan Burr 16. Ryan Simpkins 17. Kierran Moseley 18. Agnatius Paasi

Changes from Last Round
In - Falloon Out - Pettybourne

Analysis - The Titans snared yet another win in Sydney and are starting to build some momentum. James Roberts has been outstanding and is now the NRL's leading tryscorer. If the Titans are a chance against Penrith they desperately need Dave Taylor and Ryan James to fire at the same time. Penrith have lost a bit of experience out wide which these big men could exploit.

Supercoach Studs - James Roberts (110) has been on fire and is a great point of difference this week. Greg Bird (61) continues to pull out consistent scores.

Supercoach Duds - Ryan James (36) may be on his last legs with another quiet game and is a borderline sell if you have enough money to upgrade. Eddie Pettybourne (31) has peaked and has been suspended this week.


1. Matt Moylan 2. Josh Mansour 3. Waqa Blake 4. Robert Jennings 5. Dallin Watene Zelezniak 6. Apisai Koroisau 7. Isaac John 8. Jeremy Latimore 9. James Segeyaro 10. Brent Kite 11. Sika Manu 12. Elijah Taylor 13. Nigel Plum
Interchange: 14. Tyrone Peachey 15. Sam McKendry 16. Regan Campbell-Gillard 17. Isaah Yeo

Changes from Last Round
In - R Jennings, Cartwright (extended bench) Out - Idris

Analysis - The Panthers did enough to win against Manly but again looked flat. They come up against the Titans away in what looms as a tricky match for them. Injuries see them carry a very inexperienced backline into this match.

Supercoach Studs - Waqa Blake (57) is the pick of the Rookies this week and with Jamal Idris (34) ruled out for the season looms as a great pickup. Josh Mansour (92) is back and provided he misses Origin selection is a going to be a good buy next week.

Supercoach Duds - James Segeyaro (33) was a popular captain choice last week and cost a lot of teams victory. He ended up playing a lot of time in the halves which is a concern. Popular cheapie George Jennings hasn't been included despite the backline injuries as Ivan Cleary confirms that he doesn't care about Supercoach.


North Queensland Cowboys v Warriors
1300SMILES Stadium - Saturday 5:30pm

1. Lachlan Coote 2. Justin O'Neill 3. Tautau Moga 4. Kane Linnett 5. Antonio Winterstein 6. Michael Morgan 7. Johnathan Thurston 8. Matthew Scott 9. Jake Granville 10. James Tamou 11. Gavin Cooper 12. Ethan Lowe 13. Jason Taumalolo
Interchange: 14. Rory Kostjasyn 15. John Asiata 16. Scott Bolton 17. Ben Hannant

Changes from Last Round
In - Nil Out - Nil

Analysis - Jonathan Thurston is in white hot form and North Queensland have turned their season around in a matter of weeks. The Cowboys head into their home game against the Warriors with no changes , which is fair enough too.

Supercoach Studs - Jonathan Thurston (103) is a must have, even with Origin on the horizon and is a good captain choice on a dry track in Townsville. Jason Taumalolo (60) continues with his good form and as a Kiwi does not play Origin.

Supercoach Duds - Ethan Lowe (34) had no attacking stats this week but is certainly not a trade.


1. Tuimoala Lolohea 2. Jonathan Wright 3. Konrad Hurrell 4. Solomone Kata 5. Manu Vatuvei 6. Chad Townsend 7. Shaun Johnson 8. Jacob Lillyman 9. Thomas Leuluai 10. Ben Matulino 11. Bodene Thompson 12. Ryan Hoffman 13. Simon Mannering
Interchange: 14. Nathan Friend 15. Dominique Peyroux 16. Sam Lisone 17. Albert Vete 18. Raymond Faitala-Mariner

Changes from Last Round
In - Faitala-Mariner (extended bench) Out - Nil

Analysis - The Warriors have named the same 17 for the second week in a row for their long trip to Townsville. New Zealand get to test themselves here against one of the competition's form teams and will be eager to show that they are contenders in 2015.

Supercoach Studs - Shaun Johnson (106) cracked his first big score of the season and is currently at a bargain price. Konrad Hurrell (54) looked back to his dangerous best, with Tui Lolohea (69) playing a great supporting role and continues to make cash.

Supercoach Duds - Rookies Sam Lisone (36) and Albert Vete (26) have peaked and can be offloaded this week.


Melbourne Storm v Sydney Roosters
AAMI Park - Saturday 7:30pm

1. Cameron Munster 2. Mahe Fonua 3. Will Chambers 4. Kurt Mann 5. Marika Koroibete 6. Blake Green 7. Cooper Cronk 8. Jesse Bromwich 9. Cameron Smith 10. Jordan McLean 11. Kevin Proctor 12. Tohu Harris 13. Dale Finucane
Interchange: 14. Ryan Hinchcliffe 15. Tim Glasby 16. Dayne Weston 17. Felise Kaufusi 18. Ben Hampton 19. Kenneath Bromwich 21. Hymel Hunt 22. Tom Learoyd-Lahrs

Changes from Last Round
In - Hampton, K Bromwich, Hunt, Learoyd-Lars (all extended bench) Out - Nil

Analysis - Melbourne recovered after a slow start against the Raiders where big guns, Jesse Bromwich and Cameron Smith dominated. Melbourne will be relieved with last week's two points in Canberra and will look to get one over the Roosters at home.

Supercoach Studs - Jesse Bromwich (94) is a superb buy this week and a must have over the Origin period. Cameron Munster (68) was very impressive but Billy Slater is known for his quick healing abilities so be patient. Tohu Harris (76) continues to kill it.

Supercoach Duds - Cooper Cronk (29) has not been too reliable this season and there are currently better options at halfback.


1. Roger Tuivasa-Sheck 2. Daniel Tupou 3. Michael Jennings 4. Shaun Kenny-Dowall 5. Nene Macdonald 6. James Maloney 7. Mitchell Pearce 8. Jared Waerea-Hargreaves 9. Jake Friend 10. Dylan Napa 11. Boyd Cordner 12. Mitchell Aubusson 13. Siosiua Taukeiaho
Interchange: 14. Matt McIlwrick 15. Isaac Liu 16. Kane Evans 17. Lagi Setu 18. Willie Manu

Changes from Last Round
In - Setu Out - Manu

Analysis - The Roosters welcome back Jake Friend into the #9 jersey, with McIllwrick moving to the bench. Sam Moa misses a week through suspension seeing Dylan Napa start and Lagi Setu given a chance. After a heartbreaking loss at Suncorp Stadium on Friday night, expect the Roosters to come out firing.

Supercoach Studs - Roger Tuivasa-Sheck (80) continues to impress and was a sensational buy for those who jumped on last week. James Maloney (63) hit back last week but be wary of Origin selection if he fires here, if not concerned next week could be the week to pounce.

Supercoach Duds - Michael Jennings (28) was quiet despite Justin Hodges absence but is a hold. Matt McIllwrick's (11) run as the starting #9 ceases with Jake Friend's return.


Wests Tigers v Canberra Raiders
Leichhardt Oval - Sunday 2:00pm

1. James Tedesco 2. Kevin Naiqama 3. Tim Simona 4. Chris Lawrence 5. Pat Richards 6. Mitchell Moses 7. Luke Brooks 8. Aaron Woods 9. Robbie Farah 10. Keith Galloway 11. Curtis Sironen 12. Kyle Lovett 13. Martin Taupau
Interchange: 14. Dene Halatau 15. Ava Seumanufagai 16. Jack Buchanan 17. Sauaso Sue 18. Joel Luani

Changes from Last Round
In - Luani (extended bench) Out - Nil

Analysis - No changes for the Tigers who need to bounce back at home. This should be an entertaining game with both sides possessing some great young players.

Supercoach Studs - James Tedesco (65) looms a great point of difference and has excellent bye coverage. Dare I mention his injury history? Robbie Farah (84) was back to his scheming best in New Zealand.

Supercoach Duds - Luke Brooks (25) continues to rise up and down and this should be an open game so certainly worth persisting with if upgraded from Mitch Cornish in the last few rounds.


1. Jack Wighton 2. Edrick Lee 3. Jarrod Croker 4. Sisa Waqa 5. Jeremy Hawkins 6. Blake Austin 7. Sam Williams 8. Josh Papalii 9. Josh Hodgson 10. Dane Tilse 11. Jarrad Kennedy 12. Iosia Soliola 13. Shaun Fensom
Interchange: 14. Glen Buttriss 15. Frank Paul Nuuausala 16. Paul Vaughan 17. Mark Nicholls 18. Jordan Rapana

Changes from Last Round
In - Rapana (extended bench) Out - Nil

Analysis - Canberra looked to have gone up a gear in the first half against Melbourne, however their young squad lacked the direction for wet weather football. You would have to think Josh Hodgson and Shaun Fensom would be in doubt despite being named. Expect Jordan Rapana to be a late inclusion into the 17.

Supercoach Studs - Shaun Fensom (68) was on fire playing only 55 minutes before hobbling from the field unassisted in startling scenes at Canberra Stadium last week. Would have to be in some doubt here, so check final teamlists before kickoff. Should Fensom miss out expect Paul Vaughn (52) to get more minutes.

Supercoach Duds - Josh Hodgson (37) has been outstanding for the Green Machine in recent weeks however also has a cloud hanging over his fitness.


Newcastle Knights v Parramatta Eels
Hunter Stadium - Sunday 4:00pm

1. Kurt Gidley 2. James McManus 3. Dane Gagai 4. Joseph Leilua 5. Akuila Uate 6. Jarrod Mullen 7. Tyrone Roberts 8. Kade Snowden 9. Adam Clydsdale 10. Korbin Sims 11. Chris Houston 12. Tariq Sims 13. Jeremy Smith
Interchange: 14. Tyler Randell 15. David Fa'alogo 16. Joseph Tapine 17. Jack Stockwell 18. Sione Mata'utia

Changes from Last Round
In - Nil Out - Nil

Analysis - Newcastle have now slipped to 2 straight losses after steaming out of the blocks in 2015. They head back to Newcastle facing an out of form Parramatta and will be expected to bounce back.

Supercoach Studs - Akuila Uate (65) continued his strong start to the year but at this stage there are more consistent options.

Supercoach Duds - Dane Gagai (34) and Jarrod Mullen (28) didn't fire against the Sharks but could hit back here.


1. William Hopoate 2. Bureta Faraimo 3. Ryan Morgan 4. John Folau 5. Reece Robinson 6. Corey Norman 7. Chris Sandow 8. Darcy Lussick 9. Nathan Peats 10. Tim Mannah 11. Manu Ma'u 12. David Gower 13. Anthony Watmough
Interchange: 14. Isaac De Gois 15. Joseph Paulo 16. Danny Wicks 17. Peni Terepo 18. Richie Fa'aoso

Changes from Last Round
In - Fa'aoso (extended bench) Out - Nil

Analysis - Parramatta were again very flat last week and need to hit their straps against the Knights. Very important game for their Top 8 ambitions this season.

Supercoach Studs - Danny Wicks (69) scored his first try since leaving the game and has a few more weeks left in him. John Folau (46) had a tough week defensively against James Roberts but continues to make money.

Supercoach Duds - Anthony Watmough (34) looks a spent force Supercoach wise and been surpassed by many others. Reese Robinson (26) owners need to get off the rollercoaster and throw away their brown paper bags.


Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks v South Sydney Rabbitohs
Remondis Stadium - Monday 7:00pm

1. Valentine Holmes 2. Sosaia Feki 3. Gerard Beale 4. Ricky Leutele 5. Michael Gordon 6. Jack Bird 7. Jeff Robson 8. Sam Tagataese 9. Michael Ennis 10. Chris Heighington 11. Luke Lewis 12. Wade Graham 13. Paul Gallen
Interchange: 14. Ben Barba 15. Anthony Tupou 16. Matt Prior 17. Jayson Bukuya 18. Tinirau Arona

Changes from Last Round
In - Tagetese, Arona Out - A Fifita, D Fifita

Analysis - Cronulla have turned around their season and will head into this weeks clash with Souths feeling like they have nothing to lose. The form of rookie Jack Bird has been well documented but possibly more encouraging was Ben Barba's impact from the bench. Andrew Fifita is a huge loss.

Supercoach Studs - Jack Bird (70) made an astonishing $82k this week and is the best rookie this year by a mile. Andrew Fifita (66) was strong and is a hold provided his appeal for the length of his suspension is reduced…hope his lawyers are QC's.

Supercoach Duds - Michael Gordon (33) is not an option on the wing.


1. Greg Inglis 2. Alex Johnston 3. Daryl Millard 4. Bryson Goodwin 5. Joel Reddy 6. Glenn Stewart 7. Luke Keary 8. George Burgess 9. Issac Luke 10. David Tyrrell 11. Chris Grevsmuhl 12. Chris McQueen 13. Jason Clark
Interchange: 14. Ben Lowe 15. Nathan Brown 16. Tim Grant 17. Thomas Burgess 18. Cameron McInnes

Changes from Last Round
In - McInnes (extended bench) Out - Nil

Analysis - The Rabbitohs looked very worn out from their brutal game on Good Friday and should bounce back with the week break. Glenn Stewart wears the #6 for the first time in his long career.

Supercoach Studs - George Burgess (83) is a must over the Origin period and has been the leader of the bunnies pack taking over from big brother Sam. Chris Grevsmuhl (51) what a buy! Now starting.

Supercoach Duds - Greg Inglis (36) has had 2 quiet games and is leaking cash. He is dynamite and he will explode sooner or later so remember…never sell a weapon of mass destruction it will come back to haunt you.