Rabbitohs vs Panthers – Thursday 8:00PM (AEDT) at Accor Stadium
Rabbitohs
The Bunnies welcome back their prodigal son, Alex Johnstone, back into their 13. Campbell Graham misses out due to a calf tear which is likely to keep him sidelined for around 4 weeks. Tass moves into the centres. Latrell Mitchell and Euan Aitken are still a week or two away from a return. Tallis Duncan retains the 13 jumper, however Lachlan Hubner is set to return from suspension in Round 5.
Panthers
Trent Toelau has been named in the #7 jersey to replace Nathan Cleary who misses this week due to concussion protocols. Daine Laurie has recovered from injury and comes in at fullback while Edwards is still recovering. Tom Jenkins who was great last week moves into the centre position, with Paul Alamoti playing on the wing. From a supercoach perspective, this is fantastic for his output so he could be worth targeting if this continues to be the preferred backline setup. Popular mid-range option Casey McLean is 18th man and looks to have lost his position after a few shaky performances. Blaize Talagi continues to be overlooked in favour of others.
Roosters vs Titans – Friday 6:00PM (AEDT) at Allianz Stadium
Roosters
Connor Watson missing out due to concussion protocols sees Zach Dockar-Clay promoted to the starting side. Butcher and Collins return via the bench. Billy Smith has been named 18th man and is a reasonable chance of being selected in the coming weeks which could have Supercoach ramifications. Suia Wong looms as a buy option if he continues his current role and output so is one to watch.
Titans
Jaylan de Groot comes in at fullback replacing Keano Kini, who is expected to be sidelined until the origin period with a neck injury. David Fifita has again been named on the bench. If you don’t own Tino, I would be looking at working him into your side this week before his first price rise. He has hit the ground running in his first two games back and should only improve from here.
Dolphins vs Broncos – Friday 8:00PM (AEDT) at Suncorp Stadium
Dolphins
Kristian Woolf has opted to make no changes to his winless side. Connelly Lemuelu is expected to miss another two games.
Broncos
Shibasaki has won the battle of the centres, with Deine Mariner making way for the returning Kotoni Staggs. This is welcome news for Supercoaches considering Shibasaki’s high ownership. Payne Haas is a freak of nature and is an absolute must have. On current output, he is even a VC consideration due to his potential to score 120+. Walsh is due for a bounce back soon and will be cheap in the coming weeks. He is currently priced at $679,900 and has a BE of 149.
Dragons vs Storm – Saturday 3:00PM (AEDT) at Netstrata Jubilee Stadium
Dragons
Klemmer is set to make his Dragons debut from the bench, with Toby Couchman back into the starting side. He has put up great numbers and minutes in the opening rounds and looms as a buy option for Supercoaches. Moses Suli has been named despite coming off with a rib injury in their last game before the bye in Round 2. Christian Tuipulotu & Clint Gutherson are serious buy options this week with their ultra negative BEs.
Storm
Jahrome Hughes is out for a few weeks with a hand injury which required minor surgery. This sees Tyran Wishart not only come into the #7 jersey but also onto goalkicking duties with Papenhuyzen still dealing with lower limb soreness. Asofa-Solamona has dropped out of the side, with Vaalepu coming onto the bench. Will Warbrick is back into the starting side, replacing Grant Anderson. Ryan Papenhuyzen will no doubt be a popular bye option this week.
Cowboys vs Raiders – Saturday 5:30PM (AEDT) at Queensland Country Bank Stadium
Cowboys
Cowboys are 1-17 as per last week, with Nanai still named on the bench. Zac Laybutt is close to a return from an ACL injury. Both Dearden & Robson have been very disappointing in terms of Supercoach output.
Raiders
Tapine returns from suspension, which sees Corey Horsburgh return to the lock position and Trey Mooney to the bench. Morgan Smithies misses the bench due to concussion. Those who took an early season punt on Kaeo Weekes will want to see plenty more involvement moving forward
Sharks vs Bulldogs – Saturday 7:35PM (AEDT) at Sharks Stadium
Sharks
Hamlin-Uele has picked up an injury, which sees Tom Hazelton replace him off the bench. Talakai has been named and is expected to play, despite being in some doubt. Iro has started the season very well and comes into consideration for those looking for a point of difference in the CTW position.
Bulldogs
Bulldogs are 1-17 as per last week’s victory over the Eels. A tentative return of Round 7 has been set for star outside back Jacob Kiraz.
Sea Eagles vs Eels – 4:05PM (AEDT) at 4 Pines Park
Sea Eagles
Tom Trbojevic has been named to return from injury. He likely scores 300 against my beloved Eels so non-owners beware! Lehi Hopoate returns to the wing. Paseka is out long term with an achilles rupture, which sees Aloiai move into the starting side and Nathan Brown come onto the bench. DCE is one of a few good replacement options for those that are selling Nathan Cleary. Reuben Garrick answered the non-believers with a mammoth performance in Round 3!
Eels
Sean Russell and Dan Keir come into the side, replacing Jordan Samrani and Sam Tuivaiti. Jack Williams has been named at prop and could be a candidate for dual status in the Round 6 changes if this continues.
Wests Tigers vs Warriors – Sunday 6:15pm (AEDT) at Campbelltown Sports Stadium
Wests Tigers
Skelton has been named despite coming off injured last week vs Dolphins. Tigers are 1-17.
Warriors
Roger Tuivasa-Sheck has a hamstring tear and is likely to miss up to 8 weeks. This sees Rocco Berry come into the centre position, with Adam Pompey moving to the wing. Te Maire Martin has been named as 18th man, so one to watch.
