Knights face Raiders in Round 5; Newcastle, under new coach Holbrook, boasts a strong 3-1 record after recent victories.
Last year's minor premiers Canberra and wooden spooners the Knights go head-to-head in Round 5 - but the formline has completely switched places.
Under new coach Justin Holbrook, Newcastle have found their steely edge and come into the game with a 3-1 record after defeating the Cowboys, Manly and the Bulldogs so far this season. There loss was in Round 3 to the Warriors.
Against the Bulldogs last week, they overcame the odds - as well as having a player in the sin bin - to defend their way to a 24-16 victory.