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Sam is back with his weekly breakdown of all 16 NRL teamlists going into Round 4. Get your summary of the studs and duds for your supercoach / fantasy needs!
1. Greg Inglis 19. Michael Oldfield 3. Bryson Goodwin 4. Hymel Hunt 5. Aaron Gray 6. Cody Walker 7. Luke Keary 8. George Burgess 9. Cameron McInnes 10. David Tyrrell 11. Paul Carter 12. Kyle Turner 13. Nathan Brown
Interchange: 14. Damien Cook 15. Jason Clark 16. Chris Grevsmuhl 17. Kirisome Auva'a
In - Nathan Brown
Out - SamBurgess
Analysis - South Sydney head into the Good Friday blockbuster without superstar Sam Burgess, who has not been named in a huge blow for the Redfern outfit. He has been cleared of serious injury thankfully and may even return as soon as next week. Second rower Paul Carter has been named but faces a trip to the judiciary before being cleared to take his place in the 17.
Supercoach Studs - Paul Carter (77) has been an outstanding buy so far this season but as mentioned faces possibly 2 weeks on the sideline. Hymel Hunt (63) has been a hidden gem and racked up over $50k for owners so far.
Supercoach Duds - Sam Burgess (53) still managed to rack up almost a point a minute before going down with a horrible neck injury and is only here because he is unavailable this week. He is the best player in Supercoach for 2016 full stop. Cody Walker (16) like Hunt made great money but came crashing back to earth with a low score in the wet. He will still make great cash this week.
1. William Hopoate 2. Curtis Rona 3. Josh Morris 4. Chase Stanley 5. Sam Perrett 6. Josh Reynolds 7. Moses Mbye 8. Aiden Tolman 9. Craig Garvey 10. James Graham 11. Josh Jackson 12. Tony Williams 13. Greg Eastwood
Interchange: 14. Sam Kasiano 15. Tim Browne 16. David Klemmer 17. Adam Elliot
In - Greg Eastwood
Out - Lloyd Perrett
Analysis - Canterbury just couldn't get their attack in order against the Eels and will come out firing after their heartbreaking and controversial loss on ‘Black Friday' in 2015. Greg Eastwood returns to the starting line up after missing last week's local derby loss.
Supercoach Studs - Craig Garvey (56) continues to play big minutes but it's hard to justify the trade with Michael Lichaa due back in the next few weeks. Aiden Tolman (67) bounced back after being knocked out against Penrith and is playing big minutes, he looms as a good choice next week as his price will drop after this week. Moses Mbye (48) had a low scoring game by his lofty early season standards but still made over $70k for owners and will make more this week.
Supercoach Duds - Curtis Rona (31) will always remain a risky choice as he relies on attacking stats each week.
1. Darius Boyd 2. Greg Eden 3. Jordan Kahu 4. James Roberts 5. Lachlan Maranta 6. Anthony Milford 7. Ben Hunt 8. Josh McGuire 9. Andrew McCullough 10. Adam Blair 11. Alex Glenn 12. Matt Gillett 13. Corey Parker
Interchange: 14. Jarrod Wallace 15. Sam Thaiday 16. Jo Ofanhengaue 17. Kodi Nikorima
In - Lachlan Maranta
Out - Jack Reed
Analysis - What a huge game for Brisbane with a Grand Final rematch on Good Friday at Suncorp Stadium which will no doubt be a sell out. Lachlan Maranta returns for his first game of the year, which sees Jordan Kahu move to centre to replace Jack Reed. Great initiative from the NRL to have the two biggest rivals in Queensland clash on Good Friday and hopefully this game remains a permanent fixture.
Supercoach Studs - Anthony Milford (136) is a jet and is a must right now or in the coming weeks as he will not be selected for Origin this year. Matt Gillett (61) is playing 80 minutes and is a superb recruit.
Supercoach Duds - Greg Eden (23) hasn't really fired and with the return of Lachlan Maranta this week, his job security has nose dived.
1. Lachlan Coote 2. Kyle Feldt 3. Justin O'Neill 4. Kane Linnett 5. Antonio Winterstein 6. Michael Morgan 7. Johnathan Thurston 8. Matthew Scott 14. Rory Kostjasyn 10. James Tamou 11. Gavin Cooper 12. Ethan Lowe 13. Jason Taumalolo
Interchange: 9. Jake Granville 15. John Asiata 16. Scott Bolton 17. Ben Hannant
In - Nil
Out - Nil
Analysis - Yet again no changes for the defending premiers who destroyed the Roosters 40-0 in the wet in Townsville last start. You can bet your bottom dollar North Queensland will be out to make a statement against their big brother the Broncos in what promises to be another absolute classic.
Supercoach Studs -Michael Morgan (78) sprung back to life after a poor start in his first 2 rounds. Jonathan Thurston (84) is a weapon and was controversially downgraded from 133pts by the Supercoach judges. Big game player.
Supercoach Duds - Jake Granville (25) is clearly a sell and at this stage is not playing 80 minutes.
1. Jack Wighton 2. Edrick Lee 3. Jarrod Croker 4. Brenko Lee 5. Jordan Rapana 6. Elliot Whitehead 7. Sam Williams 8. Shannon Boyd 9. Josh Hodgson 10. Frank Paul Nuuausala 11. Josh Papalii 12. Iosia Soliola 13. Shaun Fensom
Interchange: 14. Kurt Baptiste 15. Joseph Tapine 16. Paul Vaughan 17. Jeff Lima
In - Nil
Out - Nil
Analysis - Canberra scraped out a draw against the lowly Knights but will look to continue their winning form at home when the host the Titans at Canberra Stadium. The Raiders have named Elliott Whitehead to again start at five-eighth as per last week. Lachlan Croker was very good in NSW Cup and could push his way into the starting 17
Supercoach Studs - Shaun Fensom (80) was strong but due to the plethora of backrowers in the Raiders game day 17 his minutes could be inconsistent. However, due to his concussion last week and subsequent low score, he is ripe for the picking as early as next week for those who are game. Josh Papalii (58) is delivering so far this season and is the key for the Raiders having a big season.
Supercoach Duds - Jarrod Croker (31) had a quiet game in attack but is a certain hold. Sam Williams (30) is still out on the field at Hunter Stadium trying to kick the winning field goal.
1. David Mead 2. Anthony Don 3. Josh Hoffman 4. John Olive 5. Nene Macdonald 6. Tyrone Roberts 7. Ashley Taylor 8. David Shillington 17. Daniel Mortimer 10. Agnatius Paasi 11. Zeb Taia 12. Chris McQueen 13. Greg Bird
Interchange: 14. Luke Douglas 15. Ryan James 16. Leivaha Pulu 17. Kierran Moseley
In - Nil
Out - Nil
Analysis - The Titans are unchanged after their impressive second half comeback against the Tigers. The Titans have certainly
Supercoach Studs -Ashley Taylor (80) killed it and will make decent coin for the next few weeks. Agnatius Paasi (62) has been a solid pick up and raised at solid $25k early on. Young gun Nathan Davis (0) has not been named in a blow for owners waiting for a price rise.
Supercoach Duds -Zeb Taia (29) didn't live up to his Round 1 score and is not an option at this stage.
1. Latrell Mitchell 2. Daniel Tupou 3. Brendan Elliott 4. Blake Ferguson 5. Shaun Kenny-Dowall 12. Aidan Guerra 7. Jackson Hastings 8. Sam Moa 9. Jake Friend 10. Dylan Napa 11. Mitchell Aubusson 13. Sio Siua Taukeiaho 14. Isaac Liu
Interchange: 6. Jayden Nikorima 15. Kane Evans 16. Mitchell Frei 17. Eloni Vunakece
In - Brendan Elliot, Eloni Vunakece
Out - Dale Copley, Ian Henderson
Analysis - The Roosters have hit rock bottom after being thrashed by last year's premiers and sit at the bottom of the ladder. The Bondi boys lose centre Dale Copley and hooker Ian Henderson to long term injuries, which sees Brendan Elliot and rookie Eloni Vunakece given their chance.
Supercoach Studs - Latrell Mitchell (42) looks set to get a solid shot at making the #1 his own and will continue to improve. Sio Taukeiaho (72) has been the beneficiary of the injuries to Jared Waerea-Hargraves and Boyd Cordner and is a good buy this week and coming weeks.
Supercoach Duds - Dale Copley (-1) has been a disaster. Move on.
1. Brett Stewart 2. Jorge Taufua 3. Jamie Lyon 14. Lewis Brown 5. Tom Trbojevic 6. Dylan Walker 7. Daly Cherry-Evans 8. Josh Starling 9. Matt Parcell 10. Nate Myles 18. Feleti Mateo 15. Jamie Buhrer 13. Jake Trbojevic
Interchange: 17. Siosaia Vave 20. Blake Leary 21. Luke Burgess 23. Darcy Lussick
In - Nil
Out - Nil
Analysis - Manly finally got off the mark at Brookvale Oval against the Sharks and will be looking to continue their winning ways against bitter rivals the Roosters. Jamie Buhrer has been named as 18###sup
Supercoach Studs - Jake Trbojevic's (89) has been outstanding so far this year and looks to be locked into big minutes no matter what position, note he did score a try this week. Brenton Lawrence (56) could be one of the buys of the week should he beat his suspension. Matt Parcell (74) has again been named ahead of Apisai Koroisau and therefore is an extremely tempting buy.
Supercoach Duds - Nathan Green (0) was not named last week and has failed to take his chance. With all the injured Manly forwards returning he has missed his opportunity. Jamie Lyon (28) is a proven performer but is testing owner's patience.
1. Josh Dugan 2. Peter Mata'utia 3. Euan Aitken 4. Timoteo Lafai 5. Jason Nightingale 6. Gareth Widdop 7. Josh McCrone 8. Leeson Ah Mau 9. Mitch Rein 10. Russell Packer 11. Tyson Frizell 12. Joel Thompson 13. Jack de Belin
Interchange: 18. Jake Marketo 15. Michael Cooper 16. Will Matthews 17. Siliva Havili
In - Nil
Out - Nil
Analysis - The Dragons have made no changes to the winning side against the Rabbitohs on Sunday at the SCG. St George play their first match of the season at WIN Stadium and will be looking to get off to a winning start in Wollongong for 2016.
Supercoach Studs - Tyson Frizzell (80) hit form last week against Souths and is worth keeping an eye on in coming weeks if he can find some consistency.
Supercoach Duds - Gareth Widdop (43) dropped over $35k last week and you will need the Dragons to hit some form for him to earn a start in your 17.
1. William Smith 2. Josh Mansour 3. Waqa Blake 4. Peta Hiku 5. Dallin Watene Zelezniak 6. Te Maire Martin 7. Jamie Soward 8. Sam McKendry 9. Peter Wallace 10. Regan Campbell-Gillard 11. Bryce Cartwright 12. Isaah Yeo 13. Trent Merrin
Interchange: 14. Tyrone Peachey 15. Leilani Latu 16. Suaia Matagi 20. James Fisher-Harris
In - Trent Merrin, Waqa Blake
Out - Jeremy Latimore
Analysis - Penrith stunned the Broncos last week in a superb fight back led by boom rookie Te Maire Martin, who retains his spot this week at five-eighth. Expect plenty of passion from the Panthers with Trent Merrin and Jamie Soward returning to face their former club in Wollongong.
Supercoach Studs - Bryce Cartwright (113) lived up to the hype and produced a masterclass against Brisbane with tackle busts and offloads galore. Te Maire Martin (90) looms as a must have in a few weeks, but with a lot of performing halves, who gets the chop?
Supercoach Duds - Jamie Soward (19) didn't get the points against the Broncos but was a risky choice already.
1. Roger Tuivasa-Sheck 2. Tuimoala Lolohea 3. Blake Ayshford 4. Solomone Kata 21. Manu Vatuvei 6. Shaun Johnson 7. Jeff Robson 8. Jacob Lillyman 20. Issac Luke 10. Ben Matulino 13. Simon Mannering 12. Ryan Hoffman 17. Albert Vete
Interchange: 14. Charlie Gubb 15. Sam Lisone 16. Konrad Hurrell 9. Jazz Tevaga
In - Konrad Hurrell, Sam Lisone
Out - James Gavet, Nataniel Roache
Analysis - The Warriors have now made it 11 losses in a row and surely the axe will fall should they not be able to defeat the lowly Knights at home this weekend. Konrad Hurrell and Sam Lisone return to the squad for Nathaniel Roache and James Gavet. Issac Luke remains sidelined with a knee injury.
Supercoach Studs - Roger Tuivasa-Sheck (88) is back to his best and will bottom out in the next week or so. Simon Mannering (63) and Ben Matulino (64) are consistent scorers.
Supercoach Duds - Shaun Johnson (49) is certainly worth holding, he will likely score 149pts at any given time.
1. Dane Gagai 2. Nathan Ross 5. Cory Denniss 4. Pat Mata'utia 20. Jake Mamo 6. Jarrod Mullen 7. Trent Hodkinson 8. Sam Mataora 14. Danny Levi 10. Korbin Sims 11. Jacob Saifiti 12. Robbie Rochow 13. Jeremy Smith
Interchange: 9. Tyler Randell 15. Mickey Paea 16. Lachlan Fitzgibbon 17. Pauli Pauli
In - Nil
Out - Nil
Analysis - Newcastle finally got off the mark for 2016…albeit a draw against the Raiders. Either way, this was a much improved performance from the Knights who were truly awful in the opening rounds. Sione Mata'utia is in doubt due to being charged at the judiciary for a dangerous throw.
Supercoach Studs - Pat Mata'utia (78) is a weapon and it's not too late to climb on board this week for those that still have duds in the backline. Sam Mataora (72) has been a sleeping giant and is due for further price rises in coming weeks.
Supercoach Duds - Jaelen Feeney (0) was dropped pre-game and is a sell, with Dane Gagai (47) moving to fullback. Gagai was a weapon at the back for the Knights in 2015 and is a certain add to the watchlist.
1. James Tedesco 2. David Nofoaluma 3. Tim Simona 4. Kevin Naiqama 5. Jordan Rankin 6. Mitchell Moses 7. Luke Brooks 8. Aaron Woods 12. Dene Halatau 10. Tim Grant 11. Kyle Lovett 14. Josh Aloiai 13. Sauaso Sue
Interchange: 9. Robbie Farah 15. Ava Seumanufagai 16. Jack Buchanan 17. Manaia Cherrington
In - Robbie Farah
Out - Chris Lawrence
Analysis - The big news for the Tigers is the return of stalwart Robbie Farah, in which promises to be an ideal inclusion to their young and inexperienced side. Chris Lawrence misses the match through suspension which sees Dene Halatau come into the starting side in the backrow.
Supercoach Studs - James Tedesco (65) is now the most expensive player in Supercoach and is incredible form. Enough said.
Supercoach Duds - Mitchell Moses (27) hit the ground with a thud but is a hold for owners after making over 30k this week.
1. Michael Gordon 2. Semi Radradra 3. Michael Jennings 4. Brad Takairangi 5. Clinton Gutherson 6. Corey Norman 7. Kieran Foran 8. Junior Paulo 9. Isaac De Gois 10. Tim Mannah 11. Manu Ma'u 12. Beau Scott 13. Tepai Moeroa
Interchange: 14. Kaysa Pritchard 15. David Gower 16. Danny Wicks 17. Ken Edwards
In - Manu Ma'u
Out - Nil
Analysis - The Eels head into the local derby against the Tigers chock full of confidence with wins over the Bulldogs and Cowboys in recent weeks. The traditional Easter Monday clash usually brings out an attacking performance from both sides, however have Parramatta finally learnt to defend? Judging by last week, it could be true.
Supercoach Studs - Semi Radradra (136) is a freak and I think we all forgot as he single handily blew the Bulldogs away wth a first class performance. Will still come down in price but is a jet. Michael Gordon (65) bounced back finally and owners will be hoping for a similar effort against the Tigers.
Supercoach Duds - Nathan Peats (0) returns next week….well hopefully for those who bought him as cover for James Segeyaro back in Round 2.
1. Ben Barba 2. Sosaia Feki 3. Jack Bird 4. Ricky Leutele 5. Valentine Holmes 6. James Maloney 7. Chad Townsend 8. Andrew Fifita 9. Michael Ennis 10. Sam Tagataese 11. Luke Lewis 12. Wade Graham 13. Jayson Bukuya
Interchange: 14. Gerard Beale 15. Chris Heighington 16. Matt Prior 17. Joseph Paulo
In - Nil
Out - Nil
Analysis - The Sharks look to bounce back following back to back losses to the Sea Eagles and the Cowboys. Cronulla have named the same squad to take on the Storm at Shark Park on Easter Monday
Supercoach Studs - Ben Barba (49) has been a solid cash cow but hasn't looked like going huge. Andrew Fifita (72) is a keeper until the end and is due to go huge any week now. Chad Townsend (56) is underrated and a cheeky point of difference early on.
Supercoach Duds - Jack Bird (18) was ‘Kapowed' by Martin Taupau and will be ripe for the picking in coming weeks for those looking to pick him up in the centres or five-eighth.
1. Cameron Munster 2. Young Tonumaipea 3. Will Chambers 19. Curtis Scott 5. Marika Koroibete 6. Blake Green 7. Cooper Cronk 8. Jesse Bromwich 9. Cameron Smith 10. Jordan McLean 4. Tohu Harris 12. Kenneath Bromwich 13. Dale Finucane
Interchange: 14. Christian Welch 15. Tim Glasby 16. Felise Kaufusi 17. Ben Hampton
In - Nil
Out - Nil
Analysis - The Storm are on top of the ladder and are again a model of consistency. Tohu Harris moves to the centres, with Kenny Bromwich named in the backrow.
Supercoach Studs - Cameron Munster (62) and Jesse Bromwich (79) are weapons and should be in your side as soon as possible. Will Chambers (60) is also on fire early in the season.
Supercoach Duds - Tohu Harris (31) has been named at centre for some crazy reason, with highly rated rookie Curtis Scott nowhere to be seen. Harris is surely a hold for now as it's hard to see him playing in the centres for a long period of time.