With most clubs running near full-strength line-ups for the final weekend of pre-season trail matches on the weekend, NRL Fantasy coaches got some valuable clues for which players are hitting top form ahead of round one.
What worked well
Starting in the left second-row position usually occupied by the sidelined Boyd Cordner, Angus Crichton appears set for a bumper season as he maintained his strong State of Origin form. Canberra hooker Josh Hodgson didn’t miss a beat as he returned from a knee injury.
Match Highlights: Raiders v Roosters
What needs work
Raiders prop Corey Horsburgh must fine-tune his aggression. The Roosters were largely outgunned through the middle by Canberra when both teams were at full-strength in the first half.
Storm v Knights
What worked well
The Storm may have a ready-made replacement for winger Suliasi Vunivalu, with Melbourne-born rookie Dean Ieremia firming for a round one starting berth with an impressive showing, while the Knights will be buoyed by the form of towering English back Dominic Young who also hit the scoresheet in Albury.
NRL Fantasy winners & losers from trial team lists
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NRL Fantasy coaches hunting for bargains have this week been given the biggest clue as to how each club is planning to line up this season, with all 16 teams naming strong line-ups for this weekend s trial matches.
So who are the winners and losers for Fantasy and which players should you be swapping into – or out of – your starting squad?
NRL Trials - Week 3
Raiders: Cheapie
Corey Harawira-Naera has not been named but is set to miss the start of the season anyway following a drink-driving charge, with