The 2026 NRL season predictions list Sydney Roosters first, followed by Penrith Panthers and Brisbane Broncos.
The 2026 NRL season kicks off on Sunday, and final ladder predictions are being completed by pundits and fans around the competition.
It's a glorious time of year where everyone is a chance, but in truth, that's not quite correct.
We asked our eight-person team at Zero Tackle for their ladder predictions, and these were the responses.
1. Sydney Roosters
2. Penrith Panthers
3. Brisbane Broncos
4. Melbourne Storm
5. South Sydney Rabbitohs
6. Cronulla Sharks
7. The Dolphins
8. Canberra Raiders
9. Canterbury Bulldogs
10. North Queensland Cowboys
11. Newcastle Knights
12. Manly Sea Eagles
13. Gold Coast Titans
14. New Zealand Warriors
15. Parramatta Eels
16. Wests Tigers
17. St George Illawarra Dragons