TLT - Round 7 v Wests Tigers at Commbank - Annual Easter Monday Clash

[Gronk]

Pre game entertainment is odd. Unsure if it's a wise move.

 

[Pazza]

its probably going to be better than anything we can produce on the field

 

[hineyrulz]

And so it continues:
Shaun Lane is taking some time away from the game

Source: https://www.parraeels.com.au/news/2025/04/18/team-list-update/

He's been doing that since 2022.

 

[eels_fan]

Was hoping for a nice dry track for Moses return game to see the space he can create for Iongi and JAC’s speed but looks like we might be in for a wet game and a slog.

 

[Eelementary]

Forget Brown, I reckon Ryles has given a number of players 6 weeks (1/4 of the season) to prove their worth in adjusting to the style he wants to play and this week's droppings to reserve grade are a sign they haven't passed "the test".

It could be very exciting.

I love to hear that.

It's exactly what we need - the new sheriff in town needs to lay down the law.

I love that Ryles, as a rookie, is confident in making these decisions. It shows genuine leadership.

 

[Eelementary]

As for the game, Moses is back to try to steady the ship with his kicking game, but not much time to dust the cobwebs off, he will have to hit the ground running.

But hes certified Big Match player.

Mitch being back is huge for us, but our forwards are still awful .

 

[King-Gutho94]

I love to hear that.

It's exactly what we need - the new sheriff in town needs to lay down the law.

I love that Ryles, as a rookie, is confident in making these decisions. It shows genuine leadership.

Moving Gutho on was a brave call for a rookie coach who hadn't even had a session with the guys.

It showed everyone that Ryles was up for making the tough calls.

 

[The Silverdale Phantom]

If it was Brad Arthur cutting and thrashing, theyd be rivers of blood from the cumberland turnstyle to the kiddies court.

Lets see some action, until then hes looking prertty bald.

You could have a benji on your hands...

 

[lucablight]

It's taken the Dogs 3 seasons to get to where they currently are.
This isn't going to happen overnight, let alone this season.

I reckon they’re overachieving big time. Just shows how weak the current NRL is.

 

[The Silverdale Phantom]

I reckon they’re overachieving big time. Just shows how weak the current NRL is.

Yep, their roster isnt that great. Plenty of knobs in it.

I think its a better comp when its a bit of a dogs breakfast.

Any club can beat any other.

Im enjoying it.

You watch my beloved Iongi turn it on this weekend, hes much better than Gutho was at the same stage.

Gutho has been doing a lot of one on one training of the Sloane. Sloane is a much better better player for it.

 

[Suitman]

I reckon they’re overachieving big time. Just shows how weak the current NRL is.

Interesting take.
I wouldn't say the NRL is weak at all.
In fact, I'd go as far as saying that it has never been stronger.
This season is proving that on any given day, any team can beat any other.
Last night is the perfect example. Melbourne go out to a 14 point lead in very short time, then the Dolphins put 40 unanswered points on them until two late consolation tries. Who would have predicted that? Does this make Melbourne weak?
The Panthers and Roosters have arguably two of the strongest squads yet look where they are. Nearly all teams have strong squads now.
ATM though, we seem to be the outlier unfortunately. I have hope that will change.
I'm loving this season. Unfortunately, my footy tipping isn't.

Edit: As for the Bulldogs, they are where they are because their defence is so committed. We are where we are, because ours has been appalling.

 

[The Silverdale Phantom]

Interesting take.
I wouldn't say the NRL is weak at all.
In fact, I'd go as far as saying that it has never been stronger.
This season is proving that on any given day, any team can beat any other.
Last night is the perfect example. Melbourne go out to a 14 point lead in very short time, then the Dolphins put 40 unanswered points on them until two late consolation tries. Who would have predicted that? Does this make Melbourne weak?
The Panthers and Roosters have arguably two of the strongest squads yet look where they are. Nearly all teams have strong squads now.
ATM though, we seem to be the outlier unfortunately. I have hope that will change.
I'm loving this season. Unfortunately, my footy tipping isn't.

Edit: As for the Bulldogs, they are where they are because their defence is so committed. We are where we are, because ours has been appalling.

The guys who implemented the salary cap must be breathing a huge sigh of relief to see it manifest.

If you can get over the dragons, they get over the storm etc etc.

But we need to team to knock the dogs off their high horse.

I wouldnt put it past the broncos to claim that honour.

 

[Lemon Squash]

I reckon they’re overachieving big time. Just shows how weak the current NRL is.

I agree. Dogs are going well but I don’t think they have improved that much from last year tbh.

Not complaining as it makes it an interesting comp and every game is a contest but the quality of teams isn’t great at all.

I think if Melbourne are on they are still the team to beat but they also managed to get beaten by the Dragons and pumped by the Fins.

A team could come from the clouds to win it this year. Just need to be in good form at the right end of the season.

 

[lingard]

I agree. Dogs are going well but I don’t think they have improved that much from last year tbh.

Not complaining as it makes it an interesting comp and every game is a contest but the quality of teams isn’t great at all.

I think if Melbourne are on they are still the team to beat but they also managed to get beaten by the Dragons and pumped by the Fins.

A team could come from the clouds to win it this year. Just need to be in good form at the right end of the season.

Canberra or Canterbury, I'm thinking.

 

[the phantom menace]

Squad trimmed to 19... as named 1-17, with Matterson and Papalli remaining as potential late inclusions.

 

[Chipmunk]

The Dogs were fortunate enough to play Dragons, Titans, and Parra in the first 3 games. All three will finish bottom 6.

They've since played Sharks, Knights and Souths. Only one of those is a genuine Top 8 team, the other two will likely not finish in the Top 8, but could if other teams turn to shit.

But, you only have to beat what is in front of you.

 

[King-Gutho94]

The Dogs were fortunate enough to play Dragons, Titans, and Parra in the first 3 games. All three will finish bottom 6.

They've since played Sharks, Knights and Souths. Only one of those is a genuine Top 8 team, the other two will likely not finish in the Top 8, but could if other teams turn to shit.

But, you only have to beat what is in front of you.

Get to play Souths off a 6 day break from Perth.

Broncos this week 5 day break from Auckland.

They will probably be minor premiers.

Let's hope the Storm are full strength come September there the one team that can beat them.

Not sure about many others.

 

[RustedonEel]

I agree. Dogs are going well but I don’t think they have improved that much from last year tbh.

Not complaining as it makes it an interesting comp and every game is a contest but the quality of teams isn’t great at all.

I think if Melbourne are on they are still the team to beat but they also managed to get beaten by the Dragons and pumped by the Fins.

A team could come from the clouds to win it this year. Just need to be in good form at the right end of the season.

2005 anyone?

 

[The Silverdale Phantom]