Dragons V Eels- pretty evenly matched me thinks, eels have the x-factor in hayne but bennett always has a plan. out on a limb, EELS by 9

Broncos V Cowboys- dont rate the cowboys chances here. very young broncos side but lockey will run the show as usual, probably a high scoring game. BRONCOS by 16

panthers V raiders- pretty hard to judge this one, i think both sides will surprise many this season. toss up but PANTHERS by 8

Sharks V storm- not sure what to think of cronulla yet, young team who could surprise the storm as long as they dont go behind early. usual suspects will secure the win for the STORM by 10

Bulldogs V knights- one way traffic BULLDOGS by 20

rabbitohs V roosters- closer game than many think, if Carney, anasta and Pearce can get a grip on the game the roosters will edge it. crocker will be a miss for the vermin. ROOSTERS by 4

titans V warriors- too many key players out for the warriors, but i expect them to do better than last season. TITANS by 14

I should have known better in tipping the South Sydney outfit. I liked the look of the Smith coached Roosters in the pre-season, Carney and Pearce in particular. Oh well, another year, another early round nightmare for this tipper. Looking for the Tigers to get me a pass mark tonight (or 4/8 lol).

just realised i didnt tip for the monday night game!

TIGERS

5 from 7 so far. not bad and very happy at picking easts!!!

5 from 7 - you sir are a star! Nice work. I took the safer (or perceived safer) options and paid dearly. The first four rounds are a nightmare.

What a sorry ass start to the season ... 3 for 8 A new low I think.

Those well hyped prior to the season kicking off failed miserably (Souths, Eels, Doggies, Tigers) and I picked against my own freaking team. I deserve to be languishing after round one! lol