Roosters Vs Broncos

Roosters today say that Brett Finch may play off the bench and that Anthony Minichiello is likely to play also. Petero Civoniceva is rumoured to be out of the Broncos side this weekend.

Roosters -4.5.

Panthers Vs Dragons

Penrith will get the two points this weekend. The Dragons are still missing key players and will not match it with the Panthers for size or speed this weekend. Look for a big game from the Panther halves and backline this weekend.

Penrith to win.

Eels Vs Sharks

The eels have lost Mark Riddell, I don't see this making a difference as I don't rate him as a top class player. The way I saw their last game is that Souths would have beaten just about every team in the competition last weekend. Parramatta still scored enough points to win a game against a team like the Sharks. The Sharks are undisciplined and will struggle against the Eels this weekend.

Eels in a close game.

Warriors Vs Cowboys

Yeah Wikki is out for the Warriors, but the Cowboys have lost their Captain in Travis Norton for up to three months. Stacey Jones had a blinder last weekend against the Broncos and Steve Price lead by example. I think the Warriors at home in what is likely to be a rain soaked field and very cold conditions.

Warriors 1-12.

Bulldogs Vs Tigers

I can't see the Tigers picking up any points from this game. As Searay said SBW will make a difference in the final total for the Dogs, as of course will the boot of Hasim El Masri. The Dogs always play well at home and the Tigers will struggle all year in my opinion. Although Benji Marshall is back for the Tigers and his combination with Scott Prince might make the game closer than expected, it will be a great match up between the halves combo's of Anasta/Sherwin Vs Marshall/Prince. The Dogs are still without O'Meley and Mason.

Bulldogs 13+.

Sea Eagles Vs Storm

Top of the table clash! Can Manly overcome the loss of Hopoate? Can anybody stop the awesome Billy Slater. Both Matt Orford and Scott Hill have played outside their skins in the last two weeks. One thing is for sure, it will be a high scoring game.I think Manly at Brookvale may be the deciding factor if a big crowd turns up. Go Manly!

Manly to win.

Rabbitohs Vs Raiders

I am a one eyed Roosters supporter, but I can tell you that if it wasn't for injuries to key players during the Roosters Vs Souths game in round one the Rabbitohs would have gone on to win that one too. The Rabbitohs have a strong team all over the park and will account for the Raiders in a game that should see Souths score plenty more points. The Raiders where shocking away from home last season and only won three games on the road. Croker is back this weekend and they did flog Newcastle last weekend, mind you I think a team of schoolboys could have wholloped the Knights last weekend. Given all that I think Souths will win this competition.

Souths -2.5.


My best bet of the weekend is:

Roosters -4.5 $1.85 (don't forget I am a one eyed Roosters supporter)
x
Bulldogs 13+ $1.70
X
Warriors $1.85
x
Souths -2.5 $1.85

= $10.76