Panthers v Broncos preview
3 hours ago | Rhys Sullivan
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The Sin Bin needs an overhaul so that it can be used as a tool to eliminate foul play, time wasting and professional fouls as much as possible. Too many incidents occur in the NRL which reflect poorly and are mimicked by junior players.
The worst actions are time wasting (especially around scrums) and inappropriate interactions with the referees. Let's bring back the 5 minute bin for minor indiscretions so that serial pests and handbags at 10 paces are eliminated from the game.
Predictions
Last week I picked 7/8, after not having faith with the Tigers at Leichhardt. Here are my picks for this week.
Sea Eagles vs. Rabbitohs @ Brookvale Oval
This game shapes as a cracker with the Stewart and Burgess brothers to face off. Sea Eagles by 4
Broncos vs. Bulldogs @ Suncorp Stadium
The Broncos have had their token loss. Broncos by 6
Warriors vs. Dragons @ Westpac Stadium
A must win for both teams. Dragons by 2
Sharks vs. Cowboys @ Remondis Stadium
This will be a great game between the season's slow starters. Sharks by 2
Eels vs. Panthers @ TIO Stadium
A battle to stay away from the Spoon. Panthers by 4
Storm vs. Titans @ AAMI Park
The Storm really needs to win this one. Storm by 4
Knights vs. Roosters @ Hunter Stadium
The Roosters will be too strong in this one. Roosters by 24
Raiders vs. Tigers @ GIO Stadium
The Raiders cannot win at home! Tigers by 4
Form Guide
The form guide is based on a predictive model that gives more weight to recent performances. There is no adjustment for personal bias, injury or their position on the table. Byes are given a 50% weighting.
Composite Team
Last week's composite team was made up of players who were suspended for the Grand Final; interestingly all forwards. Can you work out what this team has in common?
1. Brett Stewart
2. Michael Gordon
3. James Roberts
4. Dylan Walker
5. Brett Morris
6. Blake Austin
7. Luke Kelly
8. Luke Douglas
9. Michael Morgan
10. James Graham
11. Beau Scott
12. Glenn Stewart
13. Luke Lewis
14. Thomas Burgess
15. Ryan James
16. Wade Graham
17. Anthony Don