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The Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs go from Top 4 contenders to finishing 12th, but what the hell happened at Belmore? We review a frustrating 2026 season, looking at the ongoing spine confusion, questions around Ciraldo, and an attack that averaged just 19 points per game.

Where do the Dogs need to improve, and is it time to level up at fullback and hooker? Despite the disappointing season, Lachlan Galvin was sensational even playing out of position, while Viliame Preston took his game to another level.

What needs to change for the Bulldogs to get back into premiership contention in 2027? We...

The Parramatta Eels’ 2026 season review is here, and there’s plenty to unpack! From conceding 50 points in Round 1 and putting themselves behind the eight ball immediately, to a failed recruitment drive and underestimating the losses of Dylan Brown and Zac Lomax, where did it all go wrong for Parra?

We dive into the lack of leadership at the club, whether the injury toll was as bad as made out, and how many of those missing players would actually crack the starting sides of rival teams. There were some positives, with TDS shining in the back end of the...

From Premiers to the bottom four… WTF has happened to the Brisbane Broncos?! We review Brisbane’s disastrous season, the blame game between Madge, the players and club management, whether Adam Reynolds went a year too long, and the attitude problems that saw the Broncos concede a staggering 677 points. We also look at the emergence of Xavier Willison, Billy Walters’ return and name our Broncos Player of the Year.

Who’s to blame for Brisbane’s downfall, and how do they turn it around? We discuss it all on League of Inches!

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The Rugby League World Cup is HERE!

On this week's League of Inches, we're previewing Week 1 of the World Cup, running through every game and giving our predictions, while diving into the big debate of Teddy v Walsh and what Samoa will look like without Sua.

Plus, there's plenty of NRL news to get stuck into, with Parramatta signing a multi-year deal with Adidas, the Dragons reportedly interested in Jack Bostock from November 1, and the Roosters in talks with Sam Verrills about a potential return to the club.

All that and plenty more...

The Wests Tigers' 2026 season started with so much promise, sitting third after the opening eight rounds with a 5-2-1 record, before managing just three more wins for the remainder of the year. What went wrong?

We review the Tigers' season-long collapse, the impact of Jarome Luai jumping off the bus and the questions surrounding the playing group's morale. Is Benji Marshall the right man to lead this club forward, or are the Tigers destined for another false dawn?

All that and more as we break down the Wests Tigers' 2026 season on League of Inches!<...

The Gold Coast Titans season review is here! Has anything really changed under Josh Hannay, or are the Titans stuck in the same old cycle? We look back on a frustrating 2026 campaign, compare the numbers to last season under Des Hasler, and ask why the Titans managed just six wins once again.

There are positives to take out of the season, with a young spine featuring Kini, Campbell, Tino? (Harrison) and Pascoe showing plenty of potential for the future. But is it time for the Titans to part ways with AJ Brimson to better balance the squad...

The St George Illawarra Dragons have endured a nightmare 2026 season, but is there light at the end of the tunnel for the Red V?

We look back on a disastrous campaign that saw the Dragons start the year 0/11, Shane Flanagan sacked ahead of the Round 8 ANZAC Day clash against the Roosters, and their first win not arriving until Round 13 against the Broncos.

We discuss the ongoing halves dilemma involving Kyle Flanagan, Dan Atkinson, Lykhan King-Togia and Kade Reed, how an ageing spine held the side back, and whether the Dragons have the foundations to turn...

The Rugby League World Cup is HERE! Can anyone stop Australia, or are the red-hot favourites destined to lift the trophy?

The boys preview the entire tournament, breaking down the biggest contenders, star-studded squads and major selection debates. We discuss Australia's spine and their gamble of not selecting a specialist winger, New Zealand's monster forward pack, Samoa's superstar backline and the massive blow of potentially losing Payne Haas. Plus, Tonga's terrifying forward pack, England's pressure to perform, PNG's chance to shine and whether Fiji, the Cook Islands, Lebanon and France can cause a few surprises.

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The 2026 NRL season delivered two completely different, but equally incredible stories — the Newcastle Knights went from wooden spooners to Grand Finalists, while the Sydney Roosters finally conquered the curse to become PREMIERS!

For the Knights, how remarkable was this turnaround? We look at their incredible finals run against Souths, the Warriors and Panthers, the impact of the new Holbrook era, and how they continued to overcome a brutal injury toll. We also discuss Kalyn Ponga’s rise as both a player and captain, the incredible connection between the Knights and their fans, and what the future looks like...

The Sydney Roosters are your 2026 NRL Premiers! What a performance on the biggest stage, with James Tedesco delivering a phenomenal Grand Final masterclass to lead the Roosters to premiership glory against the Newcastle Knights.

We're breaking down the Grand Final, celebrating the Roosters' championship triumph and discussing Tedesco's incredible performance. Where does this rank among his greatest performances, and what went wrong or right for the Knights on the biggest day of the season?

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League of Inches is back for our massive 2026 NRL Grand Final Preview, and the boys are fired up for the biggest game of the year!

We then recap the Dally M Awards with Cardsbyjme, including the big winners and plenty of discussion around:

We also break down Pheonix Crossland’s four-week suspension, the Knights selling out their live site in just three mi...

The boys are back with another NRL Season Review, this time diving into the 2026 campaigns of the Penrith Panthers and Dolphins!

The Dolphins had a huge season, but was this the beginning of a successful run or just a one-off? We break down their defensive struggles, including conceding 52 and 66 points at home, question whether the forward pack is missing something, and look at a backline full of stars. Cobbo is back to his best, Herbie has been phenomenal, Bostock made his Origin debut and Isaako continues to deliver week after week.

Then it’s onto th...

The NRL Grand Final is locked in — and what a weekend of finals footy!

The boys break down an incredible Preliminary Finals weekend, starting with the Newcastle Knights’ remarkable victory over the Panthers. Playing with just 12 men for a huge chunk of the game, the Knights produced one of the most unbelievable finals performances we’ve seen.

But the celebrations came with a massive blow, with Nathan Cleary suffering a horrific ankle injury that puts a huge cloud over the Panthers’ finish to the season.

We also review the Roosters’ win over the Dolphins...

The boys are back to break down all the biggest talking points heading into NRL Finals Week 3!

The NRL has admitted Tyson Frizell should have been penalised for his escort, while Ashley Klein has been dropped from the field but still lands a bunker appointment — and somehow Chris Butler keeps his spot. Make it make sense!

We also discuss the fallout from Warriors fans abusing referees, the results of our poll, and Shaun Johnson’s classy response. Plus, what’s happening with the South Sydney contract situations surrounding Latrell Mitchell and Cody Walker, and what are th...

The Sharks and Warriors are both coming off fascinating 2026 seasons, but where do they go from here?

We break down the Sharks’ disappointing finish, with just two wins from their final seven games and another early finals exit. What went wrong, how did the halves perform, and is this squad still capable of taking the next step? Plus, a look at the inconsistent impact from the forward pack.

Then we turn to the Warriors, who finished equal first after the regular season and built serious momentum around Wahs Nation. We discuss JFH’s leadership, Leka Hala...

NRL Finals Week 3 is done — and the boys are FIRED UP!

We break down all the big moments from a huge weekend of finals action, including Nicho Hynes going off after just two minutes with an HIA and the Sharks being reduced to a two-man bench after Hiroti also leaves the field.

The refereeing takes centre stage as we debate the DCE trip with no sin bin, Leiataua’s contact on Ponga, TMM’s controversial strip call and the massive late-game decision involving Tyson Frizell and Leka Halasima.

Plus, is Toia now the second...

The boys are FIRED UP as we look ahead to NRL Finals Week 2!

We kick things off with a season review shoutout before diving into the biggest talking points from around the game. Nathan Cleary escapes with a monetary fine after being charged with a Grade 1 offence, while Jarome Luai’s absence from the Tigers’ end-of-season awards night sparks a HEATED debate.

And Joel isn’t holding back on the Eels’ decision to sign Luai — especially with the added PNG travel commitments next season. The boys break down the signing, what it means for Parramatta and why th...

The Cowboys and Rabbitohs come under the microscope as we break down their 2026 NRL seasons.

The Cowboys conceded a staggering 652 points, including 82 against the Roosters. Was extending Todd Payten the right call, and can emerging stars like Purdue, Chester and Luki lead the Cowboys forward? We also look at Jason Taumalolo’s vintage performances and name our Cowboys Player of the Year before ranking the squad from S to F.

For the Rabbitohs, it was an incredibly emotional season both on and off the field. We discuss how the club handled the difficult period surrounding Ja...

The 2026 NRL season is over for the Raiders, Storm and Sea Eagles — but what the hell happened?

The Canberra Raiders went from minor premiers to missing the finals altogether. We break down where it all went wrong, the Sanders vs Black halfback debate, Owen Pattie’s impressive rise, their injury struggles and the ongoing issues in the backline.

Melbourne looked destined for another premiership after coming within a try of the 2025 title, but 2026 turned into a nightmare. We discuss the brutal off-field setbacks, the Big Three’s seasons, Sua Fa’alogo’s breakout year and the bigges...

We break down all the big talking points from the opening week of the 2026 NRL Finals, from the Sharks fans’ protest and controversial Sydney crowds to the biggest moments, winners and losers from every game.

Souths are eliminated by the Knights, the Dolphins beat the Warriors, the Sharks survive the Cowboys, and the Panthers defeat the Roosters in a massive qualifying final.

Who impressed? Who disappointed? Which teams are genuine premiership contenders? And who is already heading home?

We review EVERY Finals Week 1 game and look ahead to what’s next on the road...

NRL FINALS ARE HERE — AND THE DRAMA HAS ALREADY STARTED!

The League of Inches crew preview NRL Finals Week 1 with plenty to debate.

Spencer Leniu is reportedly heading to the Parramatta Eels, and Joel has a LOT to say about it. Tyson Frizell is set for the Tigers, Rueben Cotter escapes suspension, and the Sharks are forced to play their finals clash at Allianz Stadium — but is that fair?

We also launch a brand-new fan debate segment before looking back at our regular-season best bets and tipping results.

Then it’s time f...

The 2026 season is over, and it’s time to put the Brisbane Broncos, Parramatta Eels and Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs under the microscope!

BRONCOS: From premiers to bottom four — WHAT THE HELL HAPPENED?! We dive into Brisbane’s dramatic fall from the top, the blame game surrounding Madge, the players and club management, and whether Adam Reynolds went one year too long. With 677 points conceded at 28 points per game, was there a genuine attitude problem? Plus, we look at the emergence of Willison and the return of Walters as some much-needed positives.

EELS: A horror start, conceding 50 points...

The season is officially in the books, and it’s time to put the Dragons, Titans and Tigers under the microscope! Who impressed, who disappointed, and which teams have a genuine future ahead of them?

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From 0-11 after Round 12 to finally breaking through against the Broncos in Round 13, the Dragons endured a brutal season. With the Flanagan era ending early, serious questions over the halves and an ageing spine holding them back, is there finally light at the end of the tunnel? The young forward pack could be the foundation of something sp...

The final round of the regular season is in the books, and the Sydney Derby delivered absolute chaos! The Roosters conceded 50, Leniu had a massive brain fade, a controversial penalty try added to the drama, and the big question is now being asked — can the Chooks actually win the Premiership?

The Penrith Panthers are your minor premiers, while Jai Arrow celebrates his 100th game in the NRL. We also dive into the latest massive contract news, with Cameron Munster reportedly rejecting a $750K extension from the Storm.

Plus, the Sharks are heading to Allianz Stadium ne...

Round 27 is here and there’s plenty to unpack as we head towards the finals!

The boys kick things off by discussing the Wildcard Round proposal for future seasons — is it something the NRL should introduce, or is the current finals system better left alone?

Volkman has extended with the Eels for another two years, with Danny Weidler reporting a deal worth around $250K per season, while reports today suggest Max King is set to sign with the Chiefs from November 1. We break down both moves and what they could mean for the clubs moving forw...

The final NRL SuperCoach show of the year is here — and RD27 is throwing absolute chaos at us!

Joel & Hampo wrap up RD26 before diving into the SuperCoach Draft Final, the final round of the League of Inches overall competition, and the battle for the top 3.

But the big story is the RD27 SuperCoach carnage. Restings and injuries are everywhere, with Cobbo, Nanai, Hosking, Sanders, Horsburgh, Hynes, Brailey and plenty more causing absolute headaches. The Roosters have gone into mass-resting mode, while Iro and Rouchman sit on extended benches.

So… how many players do w...

The NRL finals race is heating up — and Round 26 delivered plenty of controversy, huge performances and some serious questions heading into September!

The League of Inches crew break down all the biggest talking points, including Jai Arrow’s emotional walk-out moment and the Broncos’ controversial tribute to Adam Reynolds. We also debate the new kick-off rule and whether it’s actually improving the game.

Are the Sharks officially pretenders after the Eels put them to the sword? And after another monster performance, is Volkman now a MUST-extend player?

The Roosters completely fall apart, lose Sam...

The boys are back for another massive episode of League of Inches as Round 26 approaches, with plenty of NRL drama, contract news and big questions to unpack!

We kick things off with the $50 weekly giveaway, The amazing gesture from the NRL and South Sydney to have Jai Arrow play the next two games — and why comparing his situation with the recent Adam Reynolds saga is wrong.

The Broncos drama is back! Why did Reynolds want to play, only to rule himself out, and why were the coaching staff initially blamed? Did his retirement deserve a bi...

Join Joel and Skip as we help you win your H2H Grand Final this week! Overall players, we haven't forgotten about you either, we give you our players to target for the next two weeks.

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The boys are back with another massive NRL Round Review!

We kick things off with the $50 weekly giveaway and event shoutout before handing out the Epos Now Player of the Week — with Herbie, Payne Haas and Matt Burton all putting their hands up.

The Roosters slip to 3rd after another disappointing performance, while the Knights fail to deliver on Old Boys Day — so what went wrong? The Raiders also couldn't get the job done for Josh Papali'i, producing another poor performance when the occasion demanded more.

We dive deep into Tom Trbojevic's importance to M...

This week on the League of Inches NRL Podcast, we unpack all the biggest talking points heading into Round 25!

We kick things off with the $50 weekly giveaway and a look ahead to the upcoming Caxton Street event before diving into the Bulldogs and the decision to reportedly lowball Jacob Preston? Is the $1.8 million offer over three years a sign of deeper problems with the way the Dogs are managing their roster?

Then it’s all eyes on Brisbane. Why do the Broncos seem to be viewed so differently by the media and their own fans? Wi...

RD25 is here and the SuperCoach run home is heating up! 🔥

Joel, Hampo and Skippa break down the key injuries that could have a massive impact on your SuperCoach team this week and throughout the run home, including the huge blow of Reece Walsh being ruled out.

Who are the best players to bring in? Who replaces Walsh? And do we dare go back to Tom Trbojevic after everything that’s happened this season?

We also look at whether it’s time to load up on Roosters players, the best run-home targets and the tra...

RD24 is done and the NRL premiership race has been blown wide open! Join the League of Inches crew as we break down all the biggest talking points from the weekend.

We kick things off with our EPOS Now Player of the Week, the winner of our $50 weekly giveaway, and a reminder about the upcoming League of Inches event at Caxton Street Brewing Co.

Then we dive deep into the top three and the minor premiership race. The Roosters are making a serious statement after putting 82 points on the board and knocking off the premiership...

Round 24 is here and there’s plenty to unpack!

We kick things off with the $50 competition and a reminder about the upcoming Caxton St Brewery event next Saturday, before diving into some of the biggest news stories around the NRL.

What is really going on at Parramatta with Joash and Ryley Smith unavailable? Are there deeper issues at the Eels? We also break down the latest Sam Walker and Roosters contract drama, with a five-year extension reportedly on the table — but could Walker now be forced to wait until November 1?

Then there’s a mass...

We are back to discuss all the big talking points coming into the second week of H2H finals for Supercoaches.

Trades are at a low, and it feels like any trades made now are key to your teams success.

We rate the top 5 trade in and outs this week, give you our trade plans and discuss our C/VC plays.

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Round 23 has delivered chaos, controversy and some serious questions as we break down all the biggest talking points from the weekend!

The Wahs are physical, fearless and absolutely flying, with Leka Halasima putting on a statement performance at centre. Has he finally found his position, and is Metcalf now a must-keep in the Warriors' side?

The Panthers have been dealt a massive blow with Isaah Yeo’s pec injury. Can Penrith still win the premiership without their leader, or has their title defence just become a whole lot harder?

Then we get stuck in...

The NRL landscape continues to evolve, and we've got plenty to unpack in this week's episode!

We react to Matt King's appointment as the new NSW Blues coach on a two-year deal and discuss whether he's the right man to lead the Blues into a new Origin era.

Wayne Bennett has also made headlines with his comments about the PNG Chiefs having an unfair advantage. Is he right, or is the criticism overblown? We break down both sides of the debate.

Expansion is back on the agenda as the NRL pushes towards a 20...

Well, what the f**k was that Supercoaches!! Coming off a record breaking weekend of scoring, the boys discuss how they went and where they went wrong.

We look at the top 5 traded in and out players so far for RD23 and our views on each.

We then discuss our plan of attack this week with trades and sits v starts, plus our C/VC play.

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The Roosters have sent the biggest premiership statement of the season, piling on 82 points in a ruthless demolition of the Cowboys. Is this the performance that puts them at the top of the title contenders, and how does the current top four stack up?

We break down what went so horribly wrong for North Queensland, Kalyn Ponga's match-winning performance as the Knights keep their finals hopes alive, and whether the Bulldogs can genuinely charge into the top eight despite key positional challenges.

We also discuss the Broncos' disappointing season and where it all unravelled, before...

The NRL never slows down, and neither do we! In this week's League of Inches podcast, we break down all the biggest talking points heading into NRL Round 22.

The Wests Tigers have made the shock call to name Adam Doueihi at halfback after he didn't take the field last weekend. We react to both Benji Marshall and Doueihi fronting the media and discuss what it means for the Tigers moving forward.

We also dive into the St George Illawarra Dragons' signing of Kodi Nikorima on a two-year deal. Is this the missing piece, and can...