We love the mighty Canberra Raiders
Packed with pretenders, failing tyrants and horrendous for-and-againsts, this year's top eight stinks like the inside of a cab.
In fact, it's so flyblown that it's mathematically possible all eight sides could bow out in straight sets.
Here's why.
Canberra Raiders
Some clubs have barnstormed in to the top eight, others squatted. In the Raiders case, they have trespassed.
With two wins from their last seven and a squad thinner than Matt Frawley's salad, this side is literally here to...
The Raiders are expected to target Kalyn Ponga after it was revealed the superstar fullback is returning ahead of schedule from a shoulder injury.
The Sharks, meanwhile, could rush in William Kennedy with Connor Tracey racing the clock to be fit for week one of the finals
Read on for all the latest team news in our NRL Early Mail
Players for Canberra's home team, with partners by their side, walked the "green carpet" on Tuesday night ready to celebrate the season in splendid black tie.
Several athletes received recognition through honourable awards for their performances and hard work at Presentation Night 2023 at the National Convention Centre.
Canberra Raiders forward Joe Tapine capped off another season by taking home the Meninga Medal as the club's best player this year.