Cowboys and Raiders face off with key players missing, seeking redemption after recent losses.
Both teams suffered heavy losses last round and will be looking to make amends when the Cowboys host the Raiders in Townsville.
After winning their past three game in a row, North Queensland were handed a 42-18 defeat at the hands of the Queensland derby rivals the Broncos last week, with the visitors showing much more urgency and intent as they fought to keep their finals hopes alive.
The Cowboys are still clinging to their spot in the top eight and have dropped to to seventh, but have a hungry horde to teams chasing behind them and will not want to give up another game.