Round 18 is here, so lets take a look at popular buys and sells across the Origin period.
Buy
Latu Fainu
Looks to have decent base for a half, and I am backing him to keep the spot in the halves ongoing from here. Doesn’t gain dual status in the Round 18 update, however there aren’t too many standout 5/8s this year, so I would be tempted to downgrade here and spend cash elsewhere during the run home.
Viliame Kikau
Kikau has upped his base power, which has dramatically increased his scoring floor and therefore, his overall appeal. The Bulldogs are one of the best teams in the competition and have no more remaining byes to come, so barring injury will be a player in your 17 every week. I am interested.
Jacob Preston
Similar to Kikau, I like Jacob Preston for all the same reasons. Knows how to find the line, and has a great work ethic. One to consider.
James Tedesco
A no brainer for the run home, and has now completed all 2025 byes. Lock him into your sides
Bronson Xerri
One for the POD hunters. A really good short term run, and is overdue to find the line and put on a score. Owned by only 3% of teams, can he put a score on the understrength Broncos?
Hold
Ryan Papenhuyzen
Projected to lose some cash this week, however I am looking to hold for the season.
Sell
Kalyn Ponga
Lisfranc injury and is likely to miss the rest of the season. Sell
Toby Couchman
Dislocated shoulder and is likely to miss the rest of the season. Sell
Luke Metcalf
Another ACL injury is horrible luck. Sell
Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad
Misses the next few weeks with injury. Move onto another gun fullback.
