'Pretty similar': Panthers climbing Everest again Penrith adopted the theme "Climbing Everest" as motivation in the 2021 finals series, and are finding themselves scaling the mountain again four years later. AAP · Sep 27, 2025
Walsh ownership of big moments fires Broncos' belief Brisbane fullback Reece Walsh has been backed to execute the big plays when games are won or lost in the prelim final against Penrith, as he has done in 2025. AAP · Sep 27, 2025
Star half felt responsible for Panthers' poor start Nathan Cleary has opened up on feeling responsible for the poor start to the season that left Penrith languishing at the bottom of the NRL ladder in round 12. AAP · Sep 27, 2025
Broncos' Maguire shrugs at prelim final penalty count Brisbane coach Michael Maguire doesn't care if the match officials are as busy in the second preliminary final as they were in the first. AAP · Sep 27, 2025
'Rush' to win comps: Maguire reveals Broncos mindset Brisbane coach Michael Maguire insists it is no gamble to bring three injured stars back for the prelim final and has backed captain Adam Reynolds to fire. AAP · Sep 27, 2025
Knights welcome underdogs tag ahead of NRLW final Newcastle might be the underdogs heading into their NRLW final against Brisbane, but Knights captain Yasmin Clydsdale reckons her side can defy the odds. AAP · Sep 27, 2025
Key Matchups, Predictions for Eagles-Bucs, Rest of NFL’s Biggest Week 4 Games Philadelphia and Tampa Bay will line up in a battle of undefeated teams, while Baltimore and Kansas City will try to avoid a 1–3 start. Sports Illustrated · Sep 26, 2025
Be like Mike: Tyson clips pump up Panthers enforcer Moses Leota is the prop tasked with halting Brisbane star Payne Haas in the middle, and he'll do so with the help of the baddest man on the planet. AAP · Sep 26, 2025
Interesting that experts dismiss us: Sharks' Penitani Captain Tiana Penitani is unperturbed by critics dismissing Cronulla's NRLW premiership chances ahead of the semi-final against the Sydney Roosters. AAP · Sep 25, 2025
Brisbane Broncos must fill Carrigan void or perish Brisbane's forward pack have been put on notice to do their jobs and a bit more against Penrith in the preliminary final to cover the absence of Pat Carrigan. AAP · Sep 25, 2025
NFL Week 4 Picks From the MMQB Staff: Chiefs Host Ravens in Must-Win Matchup Our writers and editors pick winners in all 16 games, with six unbeaten teams looking to preserve their pristine records while others hope to find their footing. Sports Illustrated · Sep 25, 2025
Broncos' NRLW star takes aim at Knights fans Ali Brigginshaw is grateful that Brisbane's NRLW semi-final against Newcastle will be played at Suncorp Stadium and not at the Knights' home ground. AAP · Sep 25, 2025
Birth of the Broncos whiz kid: moment Walsh became No.1 A stunning Grade 10 display launched Brisbane fullback Reece Walsh's career, but he has also made key changes to his approach ahead of the preliminary final. AAP · Sep 25, 2025
Ranking the NFL’s Six Unbeaten Teams: The Chargers Deserve to Be Taken Seriously The Bolts have a different look about them this year and seem poised to have staying power among Super Bowl contenders. Plus, how every 3–0 squad can keep up their winning ways. Sports Illustrated · Sep 24, 2025
AAP · Sep 24, 2025 Samurai Panther: Cleary already Penrith's master shogun Nathan Cleary has spent parts of 2025 reading up on the samurai, but the halfback has already shown much of their discipline throughout Penrith's dynasty.
AAP · Sep 24, 2025 Broncos weapon to target Panthers' weakest link Penrith leaked four tries down their left defensive edge against Canterbury and Brisbane strike weapon Kotoni Staggs is ready to cash in at Suncorp Stadium.
Sports Illustrated · Sep 23, 2025 How Former NFL Linebacker Marshall McFadden Found a Second Career in NASCAR The Cup series jackman says his journey from the gridiron to the raceway was unexpected, but with pit stops getting faster and more physically demanding, teams are increasingly signing former athletes.
Sports Illustrated · Sep 23, 2025 NFL Power Rankings: Several Expected Contenders Plummet With Flaws Exposed The Broncos and Packers were among Week 3’s biggest losers. There’s also a new yet familiar face in the No. 1 spot.
Sports Illustrated · Sep 23, 2025 Why the Chargers Are Legitimate Super Bowl Contenders After a 3–0 Start Jim Harbaugh’s team is well-positioned to make a playoff run. Plus, the regression of Kyler Murray and Michael Penix Jr. in this week’s winners and losers.
AAP · Sep 23, 2025 Reynolds back to answer critics, Mam's new Broncos role Brisbane playmakers Adam Reynolds and Ezra Mam return from injury for the grand final qualifier against Penrith, with Mam set for an X-factor bench role.
AAP · Sep 23, 2025 Cleary the daytime king, unbeaten since 2019 A fast track at Suncorp Stadium should suit Brisbane in the NRL preliminary final, but they are up against a Penrith side who just don't lose in the daytime.
AAP · Sep 23, 2025 Inside the honest talks that saved Sharks' NRL season Cronulla's year was spiralling with players "at each other's throats" in a mid-season loss to Brisbane. Then a little bit of honesty put the Sharks on track.
Sports Lens · Sep 22, 2025 Chargers' Najee Harris suffered a torn Achilles in Week 3 vs. the Broncos During the Chargers Week 3 win vs. the Broncos, running back Najee Harris suffered a torn Achilles tendon and his season is over.
Sports Illustrated · Sep 22, 2025 NFL MVP Race: Baker Mayfield, Justin Herbert Among Early Leaders in Week 3 Several players have emerged as early frontrunners in the 2025 MVP race.
AAP · Sep 22, 2025 Hunt on for Broncos as Mam mind games begin Brisbane coach Michael Maguire continued to experiment with his halves combinations on Monday as Ezra Mam took another key step towards a return from injury.