Overview

• ESPN brands the Raiders as its Round 23 “sure thing” to defeat the Sea Eagles at GIO Stadium based on Canberra’s home form and minor premiership aspirations.
• The Dolphins earn the network’s “coin toss” pick against the Roosters at Suncorp Stadium, reflecting improved form but uncertainty with a tightly fought top-eight battle.
• A heavy rain forecast for GIO, Suncorp and Accor Stadiums informs ESPN’s “roughie” tip of the Warriors upsetting the Bulldogs as wet conditions undermine Belmore’s defence.
• Sporting News predicts the Storm will edge the Broncos by six points at AAMI Park, citing Brisbane’s revamped wing pairing of Selwyn Cobbo and Deine Mariner.
• The same outlet backs the Titans to beat the Rabbitohs on the Gold Coast, highlighting South Sydney’s nine-game losing streak and ongoing injury woes.