By Casey O'Connor
One the eve of round eight of the NRL competition and with Magic Round on the doorstep, I admit that I have found it very difficult to get enthused with season 2022 of the NRL – that was until last weekend.
I am not sure why?
Perhaps it was a mix of the tasteful and moving Anzac Day tributes and the quality and intensity of some of the games?
What has not changed, for me, is the time wasting from the Bunker – surely, we do not have to waste three minutes checking 50 angles in an effort to take a try away from a team.
It seems to me that the Bunker has lost its way.
No longer is it there to prevent the howler – now we must examine almost every try in minute detail. Seems to me the brief has changed we the punters haven’t been advised.
Please let’s not see that in the upcoming State of Origin games.
The Roosters and Dragons never fail to turn it on in their traditional Anzac Day clash and 2022 was no exception. Make no mistake, despite their loss on Monday, the Roosters are a good side however there seems to be an air of vulnerability about them in season 2022.
Is it just me or does that make them a little more likeable this season?
The second half performance of the Storm on Monday night was something to behold. Although there was capitulation from a few Warriors who should know better the Melbourne performance was breath taking.
How good is Ryan Papenhuyzen? He is as impressive behind a microphone, as he is in the air leaping for a ball or sprinting downfield in full flight.
At a time when footballers often cop a bad rap because of the actions of a few, this bloke continues to be a breath of fresh air. (Casey’s latest Bromance).
Casey
CASEY’S ROUND EIGHT NRL TIPS
Sharks; Panthers; Rabbitohs; Warriors; roosters; Cowboys; Storm and Dragons
