Check out our team list analysis for Round 19!
Sharks vs Dolphins – Friday 8.00PM at Sharks Stadium
Sharks
The ever so predictable Sharks put up the close to the same squad as the side who went down to the Storm, with the only change being Dan Atkinson in for Billy Burns.
Dolphins
Sean O’Sullivan replaces Kodi Nikorima who is out with a hamstring injury. The Hammer has also been named to back up from Origin, but the inclusion of Trai Fuller on the extended bench could mean a late switch. Max Feagai also shifts to centre with Jake Averillo named on the wing.
SuperCoach Analysis
The Sharks have a good run home facing the Dolphins, Roosters, Bunnies, Cowboys, Dragons and the Titans with 4/6 at Shark Park. If you’re a Hynes owner, I’d be looking to hold for these as he’s still averaging 70 for the year and would be hoping he could put up some big scores across these fixtures. Outside of him, there isn’t a lot of interest in any of the Sharks players as most players in their respective positions have more genuine options.
The Dolphins are another squad with not too many genuine options outside of Herbie Farnworth. I could consider Isaiya Katoa as a POD option, but with the likes of Cleary, Hynes and Hughes in this position, I’d likely pass – especially as they have a bye in round 21. Jeremy Marshall-King could be one to consider at Hooker which is a position that is lacking this year. He played 80 minutes last game and put up 88 points, and if he can keep those minutes up, could be a sneaky POD option.
Knights vs Storm – Saturday 3.00PM at McDonald Jones Stadium
Knights
Fletcher Hunt takes over the fullback spot from Kalyn Ponga who could miss the entire season after undergoing foot surgery. Greg Marzhew returns on the sting this week which pushes James Schiller out of the side. There is rotations to the pack with Leo Thompson returning, pushing Tyson Frizell to lock, Phoenix Crossland to hooker, and Jayden Brailey to the interchange.
Storm
Ryan Papenhuyzen returns to the side this week, hopefully he takes back the kicking duties. His return sees Nick Meaney move back to centre and Grant Anderson back out to the sting. Stefano Utoikamanu is also named on the interchange in back up from Origin. Plenty of eyes will be team lists an hour before kick off with Cam Munster, Harry Grant, and Trent Loiero listed among the reserves/
SuperCoach Analysis
The Knights have a dreadful run home and with Kalyn Ponga and Fletcher Sharpe gone for the season, it’s hard to entertain any of their players outside of Dylan Lucas. If you own Lucas, I would not be selling as he is still a gun option at either CTW or 2RF, averaging nearly 60 points in base.
Plenty of SC action for the Storm this week with Paps back on deck, 3 players playing Origin, and other players to consider for the run home. Paps and Munster are must haves for your team. Hughes is one that you’ll have to make a decision on whether to keep for the run home. He averages ~54 away from home this season, and 92 at home – so could be a match up type play if you hold. Grant is below his best this year but still averaging 59 points and could explode towards the end of the season. With Watson being the number 1 Hooker this year averaging 67.3 points, Grant could be an excellent POD play for your team at only 12% ownership.
Dragons vs Roosters – Saturday 5.30PM at Jubilee Stadium
Dragons
Valentine Holmes has been named to back up from Origin this week which forces Corey Allan out of the squad. Some pack changes with Luciano Leilua and Hamish Stewart back on deck forcing Michael Molo to the bench.
Roosters
Sam Walker makes his return to the NRL for the first time this season which sees Sandon Smith playing NSW Cup. Billy Smith and Victor Radley are also named to play this week, alongside all origin stars including Rob Toia, Lindsay Collins, Connor Watson, Spencer Leniu and Angus Crichton.
SuperCoach Analysis
The Dragons have a tricky run home and outside of Valentine Holmes, there is zero interest in any of their players.
James Tedesco is a must for your side for the run home if you don’t already own. The other must have is Mark Nawaqanitawase. He is now averaging over 76 points and seems to produce something out of nothing every week. Although they play Melbourne twice and the Dogs over their run home, they do also face the Sharks, Manly, Dolphins, Eels and Bunnies which should see plenty of attacking points. Sandon Smith is now a SELL if you own, but can wait until next week as he won’t lose any points this week. Conor Watson should also be in your team as this years best Hooker.
Cowboys vs Bulldogs – Saturday 7.35PM at Queensland Country Bank Stadium
Cowboys
Origin stars Reuben Cotter, Tom Dearden, Jeremiah Nanai, and Reece Robson have all be named to backup from Origin duties. Murray Tuilagi is listed among the reserves.
Bulldogs
Stephen Crichton is named to back up from Origin duties and that sees Matt Burton return to 5/8, and Lachlan Galvin shifting to the bench. Max King and Kurt Mann are also listed to back up from Origin, with Jacob Kiraz (NSW 18th man) named on the wing.
SuperCoach Analysis
Scott Drinkwater boasts an 83 season average and is a keeper for your FB position. Outside of him, no one in the Cowboys team is of interest.
Jacob Kiraz is a must for your squad even with a high BE. He averages 81 for the year and is simply a set and forget for your CTW position. Both Preston and Kikau are also solid options for your 2RF.
Warriors vs Wests Tigers – Sunday 2.00PM at Go Media Stadium
Warriors
Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad is sidelined with an MCL injury which sees Taine Tuaupiki take the fullback role. The loss of Luke Metcalf for the year sees Tanah Boyd take the 7 role, with winger Dallin Watene-Zelezniak also returning from injury. Kurt Capewell is a watch as he is listed among the reserves after Origin duties. Jackson Ford and Leka Halasima are both named to start.
Wests Tigers
Jarome Luai will back up from Origin which sees Adam Doueihi return to the centres. Api Koroisau also returns from HIA protocols which sees Tristan Hope revert to the bench.
SuperCoach Analysis
The Warriors have a favourable run home. RTS could be a sneaky POD option with a 5RA of 69, but I’d be reluctant to pull the trigger with better options in this position. Tanah Boyd likely won’t have SuperCoach relevance at halfback, but certainly one to watch over the coming weeks.
Outside of Terrell May, the Tigers don’t hold any SC relevance.
Eels vs Panthers – Sunday 4.05PM at CommBank Stadium
Eels
Tiger Tallyn Da Silva looks to make his debut for the Eels coming off the bench with Lussick retaining the 9 role. Charlie Guymer comes in for Kelma Tuilagi (suspended).
Panthers
Plenty of eyes will be on final team lists with Origin stars Dylan Edwards, Nathan Cleary, Isaah Yeo, Liam Martin, and Brian To’o listed among the reserves. This sees Daine Laurie, Brad Schneider, Matt Eisenhuth, Isaiah Papali’i, and Paul Alamoti take a spot in their respective positions.
SuperCoach Analysis
Parramatta’s run home is abysmal, and outside of Zac Lomax, you couldn’t make a case for any of their players as their are more genuine gun options in their respective positions. At $694K though, Lomax looks a great buy for your CTW as his average is currently higher than his BE, averages 39 in base, and has the goalkicking duties.
Nathan Cleary is a must for your halfback role, but it’ll be interesting to see if he takes back the goalkicking duties given he’s nursing a leg injury. We all know his relevance though, and you simply have to get him in if you haven’t already.
Dylan Edwards and Brian To’o could be sneaky POD plays. Edwards could retain the goalkicking duties for a while, and To’o is averaging 62 points with minimal attacking output. Both players have good SC pedigree and are priced at $647K and $609K respectively. However, given that there are other options in these positions posting larger averages, I’m reluctant to pull the trigger.
Titans vs Broncos – Sunday 6.15PM at Cbus Super Stadium
Titans
Jayden Campbell returns from HIA protocols with David Fifita also named on the interchange. Both Tino Fa’asuamaleaui and Moe Fotuaika have been named to backup from Origin duties.
Broncos
Payne Haas, Pat Carrigan, Gehamat Shibasaki and Reece Walsh (QLD 18th man) have been named to backup from Origin duties. Ben Hunt returns from injury at Hooker, with Jesse Arthars also listed among the reserves.
SuperCoach Analysis
Priced at $564k, Jayden Campbell could be a valuable 5/8 option if he regains some form. Monitor his performance over the next couple of rounds. David Fifita will be an interesting watch over the coming weeks. If he could return to the starting squad playing 80 minutes, could loom as a must for your squad.
Payne Haas is a must for your squad, but is one to monitor if you don’t own already as he could be on reduced minutes post Origin. He is also nursing a minor injury that saw him on limited training in Blues camp. Ezra Mam is also one to watch and could be an excellent POD option at only 9% ownership, he is currently averaging 76 points and seems to be wanting to prove a point post all the off-field drama. He hasn’t been SC relevant in the past, but if the stats continue, he will be hard to ignore.
