Teamlist Tuesday - NRL Round 5 Analysis

Sam is back with his weekly breakdown of all 16 NRL teamlists going into Round 5. Get your summary of the studs and duds for your supercoach / fantasy needs!


1. Brett Stewart 2. Jorge Taufua 3. Jamie Lyon 4. Steve Matai 5. Tom Trbojevic 6. Dylan Walker 7. Apisai Koroisau 8. Nate Myles 9. Matt Parcell 10. Brenton Lawrence 11. Martin Taupau 12. Feleti Mateo 16. Darcy Lussick
Interchange: 14. Lewis Brown 15. Josh Starling 17. Siosaia Vave 18. Blake Leary

In - Apisai Koroisau, Brenton Lawrence, Steve Matai, Martin Taupau

Out - Daly Cherry-Evans, Jamie Buhrer

Analysis - The big news for Manly is the loss of star halfback Daly Cherry-Evans who will be out for at least a month with an ankle injury suffered during their win against the Roosters last round. This sees Apisai Koroisau move into the #7. Brenton Lawrence and Steve Matai return from injury and suspension respectively. Martin Taupau also returns from his extremely light 1 week suspension for taking Jack Bird's head off against the Sharks.   

Supercoach Studs - Jake Trbojevic (58) has been sensational so far this season and should continue to make coin. Brenton Lawrence (DNP) has been named to start and therefore is a must this weekend. Matt Parcell's (51) stocks have now risen with Api Koroisau named at halfback which should see him continue as the side's sole hooker.  

Supercoach Duds - Daly Cherry-Evans (46) has failed to fire so far this season and is a definite sell if you still have him.  

1. Greg Inglis 2. Kirisome Auva'a 19. Michael Oldfield 4. Hymel Hunt 5. Aaron Gray 6. Cody Walker 7. Luke Keary 8. George Burgess 9. Cameron McInnes 10. Sam Burgess 11. Chris Grevsmuhl 12. Kyle Turner 13. Nathan Brown
Interchange: 14. Damien Cook 15. Jason Clark 16. David Tyrrell 17. Thomas Burgess

In - SamBurgess, Dave Tyrrell, Tom Burgess

Out - Nil

Analysis - South Sydney were embarrassed by a rampant Canterbury on Good Friday 42-12 and will be eager to make amends at Brookvale Oval on Thursday night. Sam Burgess and younger brother Tom return in a huge boost for their forward pack which lacked any sort of punch last week. Kirisome Auva'a moves to the wing and Chris Grevsmuhl in place of Paul Carter in the second row.

Supercoach Studs - Hymel Hunt (71) has made close to $100k for owners and should keep going this week. Chris Grevsmuhl (93) takes Paul Carter's spot and scored a try against the Bulldogs. Cody Walker (64) could be sold this week for Anthony Milford before he skyrockets, however he has averaged over 50 so far this season.

Supercoach Duds - Paul Carter (29) had a shocker against Canterbury, and wasn't granted any try assists for Canterbury. He should be sold if you are short for a #9 this week.


1. David Mead 2. Anthony Don 3. Josh Hoffman 4. John Olive 5. Nene Macdonald 13. Greg Bird 7. Ashley Taylor 14. Luke Douglas 9. Nathan Friend 10. Ryan James 11. Zeb Taia 12. Chris McQueen 15. Agnatius Paasi
Interchange: 14. Lachlan Burr 18. Eddy Pettybourne 16. Leivaha Pulu 17. Daniel Mortimer

In - Nathan Friend

Out - Nil

Analysis - The Titans host the Broncos in the local derby and will take plenty of confidence out of their 3rd win from 4 so far in 2016. Gold Coast welcome back veteran hooker Nathan Friend, which sees Daniel Mortimer move to the bench. Ryan James has been in career best form, however faces a charge at the judiciary on Wednesday in order to play.  

Supercoach Studs -Ryan James (98) has averaged over 80 in the last 3 rounds and is the 6th highest ranked player in Supercoach.  John Olive (58) had his best game in first grade last week against the Raiders but has yet to cement his spot in the Titans backline, so a bit risky.

Supercoach Duds - Agnastius Paasi (25) is on the sell list after getting inconsistent minutes so far. A hold this week until the fate of Ryan James is known on Wednesday night.

1. Darius Boyd 2. Corey Oates 3. Jack Reed 4. James Roberts 5. Jordan Kahu 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 - Jack Reed, Corey Oates

Out - Lachlan Maranta, Greg Eden

Analysis - After an amazing performance to seal the win against the Cowboys in extra time, the Broncos now face local rivals the Titans at CBUS Stadium. Brisbane welcome back Jack Reed and Corey Oates to the backline, with Lachlan Maranta and Greg Eden making way.

Supercoach Studs - Anthony Milford (90) is a weapon and is projected to hit over $550k this week. He is a must if you can afford him this week. Corey Parker (99) is the Lord and savior of Supercoach and still those forsake him on Good Friday. Blasphemers!  James Roberts (97) finally hit form against the Cowboys and will be pumped up against his former club.

Supercoach Duds - Ben Hunt (33) hasn't had a great start and is leaking cash. Upgrade to Milford or possible downgrade to Te Maire Martin is a must.


1. Cameron Munster 2. Young Tonumaipea 3. Will Chambers 12. Tohu Harris 22. Richard Kennar 6. Blake Green 7. Cooper Cronk 8. Jesse Bromwich 9. Cameron Smith 10. Jordan McLean 11. Kevin Proctor 16. Felise Kaufusi 13. Dale Finucane
Interchange: 14. Kenneath Bromwich 15. Tim Glasby 18. Nelson Asofa-Solomona 4. Ben Hampton

In - Kevin Proctor

Out - Curtis Scott

Analysis - The Storm suffered their first loss of the season against Cronulla on Monday night and head home to the familiar surrounds of AAMI Park to host the winless Knights. Kevin Proctor returns after being a late omission last week. Young gun Curtis Scott has unfortunately broken his leg and will miss 6-8 weeks, this sees Ben Hampton start at centre.

Supercoach Studs - Tohu Harris (61) returned a solid score despite spending parts of the match at centre. Harris has been named in the backrow this week which makes him a hold. Jesse Bromwich (60) and Cameron Munster (63) continue their solid scores and are quality buys.

Supercoach Duds - Curtis Scott (3) is out for a while and this goes to show that you shouldn't jump the gun until a rookie plays his 3rd game to get the price rise. Wasted trade. Cameron Smith (47) didn't really fire but was clearly distracted collecting the mouth guards of his opponents...

1. Dane Gagai 2. Nathan Ross 3. Sione Mata'utia 4. Pat Mata'utia 18. Akuila Uate 6. Jarrod Mullen 7. Trent Hodkinson 8. Sam Mataora 14. Danny Levi 12. Robbie Rochow 11. Jacob Saifiti 10. Korbin Sims 13. Jeremy Smith
Interchange: 9. Tyler Randell 15. Mickey Paea 20. Jack Stockwell 17. Pauli Pauli

In - Sione Mata'utia

Out - Jake Mamo

Analysis - Newcastle face one of their toughest away trips this season, as they travel to Melbourne after just returning from Auckland last week. Sione Mata'utia returns in place of Jake Mamo in their only change, although Akuila Uate is close to returning and will likely be a late inclusion.

Supercoach Studs -Sam Mataora (65) is a machine and scored another barnstorming try last week. He will fly past the $100k increase for owners this week after a season average of 60.

Supercoach Duds - Cory Denniss (7) plays his third game but beware of final teamlists as discussed. Pat Mata'utia (30) had a pretty ordinary game against the Warriors but will still continue to make money.


1. James Tedesco 2. David Nofoaluma 3. Tim Simona 4. Kevin Naiqama 5. Jordan Rankin 6. Mitchell Moses 7. Luke Brooks 8. Aaron Woods 9. Robbie Farah 10. Tim Grant 11. Chris Lawrence 12. Dene Halatau 13. Sauaso Sue
Interchange: 14. Ava Seumanufagai 15. Kyle Lovett 16. Josh Aloiai 17. Manaia Cherrington

In - Chris Lawrence

Out - Nil

Analysis - The Tigers return to Campbelltown to host the Sharks in what promises to be an exciting match up. Chris Lawrence returns from suspension and takes his place in the backrow. The Tigers go in outsiders in this match but have won 2 of their last 3 against the Sharks.

Supercoach Studs - Robbie Farah (57) missed the first and last 10 minutes of last week's match but will hopefully settle into more minutes in the coming weeks. Aaron Woods (69) was strong against the Eels and is a hold.

Supercoach Duds - James Tedesco (33) played awesome in defence but unfortunately you don't get much points for that. He will now drop in price in a relief for those that missed the boat early. Kevin Naiqama (33) was a popular buy for those chasing cash but is really a wasted trade.

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 16. Matt Prior 11. Luke Lewis 12. Wade Graham 14. Jayson Bukuya
Interchange: 10. Sam Tagataese 15. Chris Heighington 13. Paul Gallen 17. Joseph Paulo

In - Paul Gallen

Out - Gerard Beale

Analysis - The Sharks welcome back skipper Paul Gallen in a timely boost for confidence after they defeated the previously undefeated Melbourne Storm on Monday. Cronulla have yet to put together back to back wins this season and will be keen to fix this against the Tigers.

Supercoach Studs - Ben Barba (61) fired against the Storm and looks to be hitting some form….maybe. Andrew Fifita (61) has yet to go large but expect him to lift against his former club the Tigers. Paul Gallen (DNP) returns, however with Origin not too far away you wouldn't bother at this stage.

Supercoach Duds - Jack Bird (44) is leaking a lot of money and has got to go, likewise Wade Graham (39).


1. Lachlan Coote 2. Kyle Feldt 3. Justin O'Neill 4. Javid Bowen 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 - Javid Bowen

Out - Kane Linnett

Analysis - The Cowboys got a taste of delicious irony when they were defeated by the Broncoswith a field goal in Golden Point in an absolute classic encounter on Good Friday. Their record of having the same 17 since their Grand Final win has come to an end, with centre Kane Linnett out for a month with a shoulder injury. This sees Javid Bowen make his NRL debut. Bowen is the nephew of club great Matt Bowen.   

Supercoach Studs - Jake Granville (92) had an absolute stormer after being sold by the majority of teams that had him!  Michael Morgan (92) is flying after a slow start to the season.

Supercoach Duds - Lachlan Coote (30) had another low score and is a bit of rollercoaster so far in 2016.

1. Josh Dugan 2. Peter Mata'utia 3. Euan Aitken 4. Timoteo Lafai 5. Jason Nightingale 6. Gareth Widdop 7. Benji Marshall 8. Leeson Ah Mau 9. Mitch Rein 10. Russell Packer 11. Tyson Frizell 12. Joel Thompson 13. Jack de Belin
Interchange: 14. Michael Cooper 15. Will Matthews 16. Siliva Havili 17. Jake Marketo

In - Benji Marshall

Out - Nil

Analysis - The Dragons welcome back Benji Marshall for their clash with the Roosters in their only change from their win over the Panthers last Sunday. St George travel to Townsville looking to make it 3 in a row and have clearly benefitted from Josh Dugan's return to fullback.

Supercoach Studs - Josh Dugan (105) as mentioned has been in superb touch in the #1 and it looks doubtful he will return to his ‘preferred' centre position.

Supercoach Duds - Russell Packer (35) was a popular first round buy but does not see the big minutes required to be Supercoach relevant at prop this season.


1. Latrell Mitchell 2. Daniel Tupou 3. Brendan Elliott 4. Blake Ferguson 5. Shaun Kenny-Dowall 6. Jayden Nikorima 7. Jackson Hastings 8. Sam Moa 9. Jake Friend 10. Dylan Napa 11. Mitchell Aubusson 12. Aidan Guerra 13. Sio Siua Taukeiaho
Interchange: 14. Isaac Liu 15. Kane Evans 16. Mitchell Frei 17. Eloni Vunakece 24. Abraham Papalii

In - Nil

Out - Nil

Analysis - The last placed Roosters can consider themselves very unlucky not to get the win after a controversial no try ruling costing them their first points of 2016 against Manly. Trent Robinson has made no changes for their match against the Warriors at Central Coast Stadium.

Supercoach Studs - Shaun Kenny-Dowall (111) was a man possessed against the Eagles and has averaged over 60 in the last 3 rounds. Blake Ferguson (66) played his best game of the season and is worth keeping an eye on now that he has settled back into the #4 jersey.

Supercoach Duds - Kane Evans (32) is simply not getting the minutes and should be downgraded to Brenton Lawrence this week if possible. Kodi Nokorima (10) has been named at five-eighth but started from the bench last week in a worrying sign. Check teamlists prior to kick off before deciding.

1. Roger Tuivasa-Sheck 2. Tuimoala Lolohea 3. Blake Ayshford 4. Solomone Kata 5. Manu Vatuvei 6. Shaun Johnson 7. Jeff Robson 8. Jacob Lillyman 9. Issac Luke 10. Ben Matulino 11. Simon Mannering 12. Ryan Hoffman 13. Albert Vete
Interchange: 14. Jazz Tevaga 15. Sam Lisone 16. Charlie Gubb 17. Konrad Hurrell

In - Nil

Out - Nil

Analysis - The Warriors travel to Gosford with an air of expectation after they thrashed the Knights last week. All the big guns in Roger Tuivasa-Sheck, Shaun Johnson and Issac Luke finally clicked. Which Warriors side will turn up? Jacob Lilyman plays in his 150th first grade game for the visitors.

Supercoach Studs - Roger Tuivasa-Sheck (76) is looming as a must have in the coming weeks after another typical display from him at fullback. Shaun Johnson (86) fired in Auckland and could potentially cause the Roosters plenty of headaches. Ben Matulino (86) scored a try but has been the Warriors best player so far in 2016.

Supercoach Duds - Simon Mannering (43) has been moved to an edge from lock which has an effect of his scores. Once Bodene Thompson returns from injury he should slot straight back to lock.


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 18. David Gower 11. Manu Ma'u 12. Beau Scott 13. Tepai Moeroa
Interchange: 14. Kaysa Pritchard 15. Peni Terepo 16. Danny Wicks 17. Ken Edwards

In - Nil

Out - Nil

Analysis - Parramatta have made no changes to the side that defeated the Tigers on Easter Monday and face their third local derby in a row, when they host Penrith at Parramatta Stadium. The Eels are looking to make it 4 straight since their first round loss to the Broncos.

Supercoach Studs -Michael Gordon (56) has maintained his good form at the back and looks to be a borderline keeper for at least bye rounds at this stage. Junior Paulo (83) is a behemoth averaging close to 68 over the last 3 weeks.

Supercoach Duds - Semi Radradra (40) has dropped to an almost affordable price and is a great buy schedule option.  Manu Ma'u (54) loves getting suspended!

1. Matt Moylan 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 17. James Fisher-Harris 21. Jeremy Latimore

In - Matt Moylan

Out - Will Smith

Analysis - Penrith yet again let the 2 points slip, this time against the Dragons, but Round 5 sees captain Matt Moylan return to the Panthers line up for the first time this season. Bryce Cartwright dislocated his thumb and is awaiting scans before taking his spot in the side this week. 

Supercoach Studs -Te Maire Martin (29) made a stunning debut and is no doubt a player for the future. His only question mark is what happens when James Segeyaro returns? If he fires this week then you would think they run with him, having Segeyaro and Wallace share the dummy half role…tough call.  Trent Merrin (87) and Josh Mansour (89) are keepers and continue to produce.  

Supercoach Duds - Bryce Cartwright (22) dislocated his thumb as mentioned. Fingers crossed he doesn't miss any game time for owners after he busted out 113pts in the week previously.


1. William Hopoate 2. Curtis Rona 3. Josh Morris 4. Chase Stanley 5. Sam Perrett 6. Josh Reynolds 7. Moses Mbye 8. Aiden Tolman 20. Michael Lichaa 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 - Nil

Out - Nil

Analysis - Canterbury return to Belmore Sports Ground in an absolute blockbuster against the Raiders on Monday Night. Des Hasler has made no changes to the side that thrashed the Rabbitohs on Good Friday. Tony Williams plays his 150th and Chase Stanley his 100th first grade games in a big occasion for the club.

Supercoach Studs -Moses Mbye (112) is electrifying and has made some serious coin for owners. Speaking of coin, Craig Garvey (77) has made $69k however Michael Lichaa is not far away from returning.  Will Hopoate (69) has scored in every match he has played for Canterbury, however due to his religious beliefs will miss Sunday games from Round 10-12, this should see a few cheapies emerge at the kennel.

Supercoach Duds - Tony Williams (31) left the field with concussion, however Williams while not a Supercoach option at this point, has been playing pretty well.

1. Jack Wighton 2. Edrick Lee 3. Jarrod Croker 4. Joseph Leilua 5. Jordan Rapana 6. Blake Austin 7. Aidan Sezer 16. Paul Vaughan 9. Josh Hodgson 10. Frank Paul Nuuausala 11. Josh Papalii 12. Elliot Whitehead 13. Shaun Fensom
Interchange: 14. Kurt Baptiste 15. Iosia Soliola 8. Shannon Boyd 17. Joseph Tapine

In - Aidan Sezer, Blake Austin, Joey Leilua

Out - Sam Williams, Jeff Lima, Brenko Lee

Analysis - Canberra head up the Hume Highway with some huge inclusions with Aidan Sezer, Blake Austin and Joey Leilua all returning to the line up. On paper this is the strongest Raiders line up in some time. 

Supercoach Studs - Elliot Whitehead (89) has been enormous filling in at five-eighth and returns to the backrow, this will be interesting to see if Shaun Fensom's (58) minutes are compromised. Josh Hodgson (86) has been arguably the NRL's best player and currently leads the Dally M votes.

Supercoach Duds - Josh Papalli (45) registered his lowest score of the season but plenty will be expected from him against the giant Bulldogs pack.