NRL SuperCoach teams analysis round 7

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NRL SuperCoach: Winners & Losers2:39

NRL SuperCoach: Winners & Losers

• April 11th 2017
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Joseph Leilua is the most purchased player this week.

CASHED up SuperCoaches have a host of fallen guns to choose from this week — and the cheapies just keep on producing.

WINNERS

* Jayden Brailey – The popular cheapie is set for a long stint in the Cronulla side — likely playing 80 minutes — following the injury to James Segeyaro (broken arm), who is out for six weeks.

* Tyrone Peachey - The PODalicious Panther makes an early return from broken ribs.

* Kalyn Ponga - The star North Queensland youngster retains his fullback spot, with Lachlan Coote (calf) again out.

* Gideon Gela-Mosby - Retains his wing spot despite the return of Justin O’Neill (hamstring), with Javid Bowen the man to make way.

* Coen Hess - Named to start on the right edge for the Cowboys, with Ethan Lowe dropping to the bench.

* Kodi Nikorima - Named at halfback for the Broncos following the injury to Ben Hunt (hamstring), who is out for 6-8 weeks. A potential downgrade option for next week at five-eighth or hooker.

Jayden Brailey is the SuperCoach winner from James Segeyaro’s injury. Picture: Gregg PorteousSource:News Corp Australia

LOSERS

* Johnathan Thurston - Out for 2-3 weeks with a calf injury. With Origin looming, Thurston therefore misses five of the next 12 games in the best case scenario.

* Matt Frawley – Was the cheapie of the week heading into teams day, but Des Hasler has named the star youngster out of the 17. Keep an eye on late mail and final teams, as this could be Dessie mind games. He should at least score a bench spot.

* Ryley Jacks - Cameron Munster (broken jaw) has been named on the extended bench as he races the clock, with Jacks to be benched or omitted if Munster is fit.

* Corey Harawira-Naera - Star cheapie moves to the bench following the return of James Fisher-Harris (fractured cheekbone).

* Bryce Cartwright - Named in the reserves. Missed training on Monday and may be forced to sit out another week.

Joseph Leilua is the most purchased player this week.Source:News Corp Australia

BULLDOGS v RABBITOHS

4pm Friday at ANZ Stadium

Bulldogs: 1. Brett Morris 2. Kerrod Holland 3. Josh Morris 4. Brenko Lee 5. Marcelo Montoya 6. Josh Reynolds 7. Moses Mbye 8. Aiden Tolman 9. Michael Lichaa 10. James Graham (c) 11. Josh Jackson 12. Adam Elliot 13. Greg Eastwood. Interchange: 14. Sam Kasiano 15. Danny Fualalo 16. Francis Tualau 17. Raymond Faitala-Mariner 19. Craig Garvey 20. Matt Frawley 21. Renouf Toomaga 23. Reimis Smith

Ins: Craig Garvey, Francis Tualau, Kerrod Holland, Raymond Faitala-Mariner, Reimis Smith, Renouf Toomaga

Outs: Brad Abbey, David Klemmer

Teams analysis: SuperCoach cheapie option Matt Frawley misses the 17 despite great showings in his two games. Brad Abbey (concussion) is replaced at fullback by Brett Morris, with Kerrod Holland (shoulder) returning from injury on the wing. David Klemmer (ankle) is out, with Adam Elliot joining the starting back row. Francis Tualau and Raymond Faitala-Mariner join the 17.

SuperCoach analysis: Expect Matt Frawley to at least score a bench spot following a great start to his NRL career — but bench backs are a recipe for SuperCoach disaster. However, with a projected rise of almost $60,000, Frawley would become a near-must if named to start, which is not out of the question after guiding the side home two weeks in a row. Thankfully the Bulldogs play in the first game of the round so we will have a clear picture by lockout. Popular cheapie Marcelo Montoya scores another week, which is predicted to add another $32,000 to his price. After a slow start, James Graham has banged out two 70s in a row, re-affirming his bye period credentials.

Rabbitohs: 1. Alex Johnston 2. Braidon Burns 3. Siosifa Talakai 4. Robert Jennings 5. Bryson Goodwin 6. Cody Walker 7. Adam Reynolds 8. Tom Burgess 9. Damien Cook 10. Kyle Turner 11. John Sutton 12. Angus Crichton 13. Sam Burgess (c). Interchange: 14. Robbie Farah 15. Jason Clark 16. Zane Musgrove 17. George Burgess 18. Anthony Cherrington 19. Robbie Rochow 20. Cameron Murray 21. Tyrell Fuimaono

Ins: Anthony Cherrington, Cameron Murray, Robbie Rochow, Tyrell Fuimaono

Outs: None

Teams analysis: Unchanged following a tight win over Penrith.

SuperCoach analysis: Johnathan Thurston out, Cody Walker in. This trade is locked in for Sangnamstyle this week. Walker’s price tag is hefty, but an upgrade from Thurston only costs $40,000. The form South Sydney five-eighth has scored the second most points of any player and the Rabbitohs have the best byes in the comp. The only issue could be an Origin call-up (don’t laugh). County officials have confirmed he will be named if fit, and on form he is by far the best playmaker in NSW. Put John Sutton on your POD list for the byes — he is averaging 63.7 points and generally playing 80 minutes. If there weren’t so many great buys this week, I’d definitely consider Angus Crichton — $268,900, BE -13, projected rise $31,800 and also playing 80 minutes.

KNIGHTS v ROOSTERS

6pm Friday at McDonald Jones Stadium

Knights: 1. Brendan Elliot 2. Ken Sio 3. Dane Gagai 4. Peter Mata’utia 5. Nathan Ross 6. Brock Lamb 7. Trent Hodkinson (c) 8. Jack Stockwell 9. Danny Levi 10. Josh Starling 11. Sione Mata’utia 12. Jamie Buhrer 13. Mitch Barnett. Interchange: 14. Sam Stone 15. Anthony Tupou 16. Joe Wardle 17. Daniel Saifiti 18. Jaelen Feeney 19. Luke Yates 20. Jacob Gagan 21. Jacob Saifiti

Ins: Jacob Gagan, Jacob Saifiti, Jaelen Feeney, Sam Stone

Outs: None

Teams analysis: Danny Levi is named to start at hooker with Jamie Buhrer back in the No.12 jersey. Joe Wardle to bench. Sam Stone replaces Luke Yates on the bench.

SuperCoach analysis: Brock Lamb has made us a lovely $71,000, but it’s time to cash in for Anthony Milford, Cody Walker, Matt Frawley and the like. Luke Yates has been named out of the 17, but may well be a late inclusion. I’m actually hoping he misses out as I haven’t had a non-player for over a month and therefore been unable to use the loophole.

Roosters: 1. Michael Gordon 2. Daniel Tupou 3. Joseph Manu 4. Blake Ferguson 5. Shaun Kenny-Dowall 6. Luke Keary 7. Mitchell Pearce 8. Jared Waerea-Hargreaves 9. Jake Friend (c) 10. Isaac Liu 11. Boyd Cordner (c) 12. Mitchell Aubusson 13. Aidan Guerra. Interchange: 14. Kane Evans 15. Zane Tetevano 16. Ryan Matterson 17. Connor Watson 18. Paul Carter 19. Lindsay Collins 22. Jayden Nikorima 23. Sio Siua Taukeiaho

Ins: Jayden Nikorima, Joseph Manu, Lindsay Collins, Paul Carter, Sio Siua Taukeiaho

Outs: Latrell Mitchell

Teams analysis: Joseph Manu replaces Latrell Mitchell (dropped) in the centres. Sio Siua Taukeiaho has been named on the extended bench as he aims to return from an ACL injury.

SuperCoach analysis: Latrell Mitchell will sit out the week following his woeful display. With a break even of 101, I’ll be following his form closely as a cut price CTW to get through the byes (he plays two of the three Origin weeks — round 12 and 18). He is replaced by Joseph Manu, a youngster I rate very highly. He just falls into the cheapie range at $178,300, but hasn’t quite been able to bust out in NRL and will therefore play his third game this week with a break even of 17. Fingers crossed he stays cheap for the byes, when he will replace Blake Ferguson at right centre.

BRONCOS v TITANS

7.50pm Friday at Suncorp Stadium

Broncos: 1. Darius Boyd (c) 2. Corey Oates 3. James Roberts 4. Tautau Moga 5. Jordan Kahu 6. Anthony Milford 7. Kodi Nikorima 8. Korbin Sims 9. Andrew McCullough 10. Adam Blair 11. Sam Thaiday 12. Matt Gillett 13. Josh McGuire. Interchange: 14. Alex Glenn 15. Tevita Pangai Jr 16. Herman Ese’ese 17. David Mead 18. Todd Murphy 19. George Fai 20. Jamayne Isaako 21. Joe Ofahengaue

Ins: Corey Oates, George Fai, Jamayne Isaako, Joe Ofahengaue, Todd Murphy

Outs: Ben Hunt

Teams analysis: Kodi Nikorima replaces Ben Hunt (hamstring, round 12) at halfback. David Mead has been named on the bench to take on his old club. Tautau Moga and Corey Oates will still start.

SuperCoach analysis: Anthony Milford is rightly the second most purchased player this week at an $80,000 discount on his starting price and with round 12 coverage. The injury to Ben Hunt has three massive SuperCoach implications. Firstly, his replacement Kodi Nikorima is predicted to cost around $170,000 next week and is a potential downgrade option at five-eighth (for Jacks, Lamb, Elgey etc). Secondly, Andrew McCullough’s stint as an 80 minute player seems set to continue — as does his average, which is almost 10 points higher than Cameron Smith. Thirdly, it remains to be seen how Hunt’s absence will affect Milford, who will be forced to do more organising.

Titans: 1. Tyrone Roberts 2. Anthony Don 3. Dale Copley 4. Konrad Hurrell 5. Tyronne Roberts-Davis 6. Kane Elgey 7. Ashley Taylor 8. Jarrod Wallace 9. Nathan Peats 10. Ryan James (c) 11. Chris McQueen 12. Chris Grevsmuhl 13. Ryan Simpkins. Interchange: 14. Karl Lawton 15. Max King 16. Paterika Vaivai 17. Leivaha Pulu 18. Joe Greenwood 19. Daniel Vidot 20. Dan Sarginson 21 Morgan Boyle

Ins: Chris McQueen, Dan Sarginson, Joe Greenwood, Nathan Peats.

Outs: None

Teams analysis: Nathan Peats has been named to make his return from a shoulder injury. Chris McQueen will also return from a back injury while Dan Sarginson is an outside chance to make a comeback.

SuperCoach analysis: Jarrod Wallace keeps churning it out, but he is not a top-shelf keeper and must be traded before the round 12 bye. The shopping list includes Paul Gallen, Simon Mannering, Bodene Thompson, James Graham, John Sutton, Nathan Brown, Manu Ma’u and Eliott Whitehead.

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NRL SuperCoach: Buy, Hold & Sell

• April 11th 2017
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SEA EAGLES v STORM

3pm Saturday at Lottoland

Sea Eagles: 1. Tom Trbojevic 2. Jorge Taufua 3. Dylan Walker 4. Brian Kelly 5. Akuila Uate 6. Blake Green 7. Daly Cherry-Evans (c) 8. Brenton Lawrence 9. Apisai Koroisau 10. Addin Fonua-Blake 11. Frank Winterstein 12. Curtis Sironen 13. Jake Trbojevic. Interchange: 14. Lewis Brown 15. Jackson Hastings 16. Darcy Lussick 17. Lloyd Perrett 19. Cameron Cullen 20. Brad Parker 21. Shaun Lane 22. Taniela Paseka

Ins: Akuila Uate, Brad Parker, Cameron Cullen, Jackson Hastings, Lloyd Perrett, Shaun Lane, Taniela Paseka

Outs: Martin Taupau, Matthew Wright, Nate Myles

Teams analysis: Akuila Uate (groin) returns, with Matthew Wright dropping out. Martin Taupau (ribs) and Nate Myles are out, with Addin Fonua-Blake to start at prop, while Jackson Hastings and Lloyd Perrett join the bench.

SuperCoach analysis: Brian Kelly’s BE has reached 51 so it’s time to move him on after making us $125,000 — Nick Cotric is the only cheapie to make more with $129,500. Frank Winterstein produced a brilliant 62 out of absolutely nowhere last week just when he was traded out by Sangnamstyle. He now has a BE of 4 and projected rise of $15,000.

Storm: 1. Billy Slater 2. Suliasi Vunivalu 3. Young Tonumaipea 4. Cheyse Blair 5. Josh Addo-Carr 6. Ryley Jacks 7. Cooper Cronk 8. Tim Glasby 9. Cameron Smith (c) 10. Jordan McLean 11. Felise Kaufusi 12. Kenny Bromwich 13. Dale Finucane. Interchange: 14. Christian Welch 15. Joe Stimson 16. Nelson Asofa-Solomona 17. Mark Nicholls 18. Tui Kamikamica 19. Justin Olam 20. Cameron Munster 21. Jesse Bromwich

Ins: Cameron Munster, Cheyse Blair, Jesse Bromwich, Justin Olam, Tui Kamikamica

Out: Will Chambers

Teams analysis: Warning for Ryley Jacks owners: Cameron Munster (broken jaw) has been named on the extended bench as he races the clock. Jesse Bromwich (back) is also named on the extended bench.

SuperCoach analysis: With Cameron Munster’s return looming, Ryley Jacks will need to be sold this week (to Milford, Frawley, Walker etc) or next (to Nikorima), especially if he becomes Melbourne’s bench back. Felise Kaufusi has played 80 minutes in every game and still has some rises to come, but must be moved on before round 12 to Paul Gallen, Simon Mannering, Bodene Thompson, James Graham etc.

RAIDERS v WARRIORS

5.30pm Saturday at GIO Stadium

Raiders: 1. Jack Wighton 2. Nick Cotric 3. Jarrod Croker (c) 4. Joseph Leilua 5. Jordan Rapana 6. Blake Austin 7. Aidan Sezer 8. Junior Paulo 9. Josh Hodgson 10. Shannon Boyd 11. Josh Papalii 12. Elliott Whitehead 13. Joe Tapine. Interchange: 14. Adam Clydsdale 15. Luke Bateman 16. Clay Priest 17. Sia Soliola 18. Dunamis Lui 19. Jordan Turner 20. Makahesi Makatoa 21. Lachlan Croker

Ins: Dunamis Lui, Jordan Turner, Makahesi Makatoa, Lachlan Croker

Outs: None

Teams analysis: Unchanged 17 for Saturday’s clash with the Warriors.

SuperCoach analysis: Joseph Leilua is buy of the week at a $111,000 discount on his starting price and with round 12 coverage. Jarrod Croker gave up the kicking duties last week and promptly produced his lowest score of the year. He has a BE of 84 and will hopefully drop to juicy levels in the coming weeks, particualy if he’s forced to give up the kicking for a few weeks. Jordan Rapana is simply ridiculous. But buying a winger at almost $600,000 is just as ridiculous and there’s no way he should be the seventh most purchased player this week. Thankfully the Jayden Brailey reprieve has ended Josh Hodgson chat.

Warriors: 1. Roger Tuivasa-Sheck 2. Blake Ayshford 3. David Fusitua 4. Solomone Kata 5. Ken Maumalo 6. Kieran Foran 7. Shaun Johnson 15. James Gavet 9. Issac Luke 10. Jacob Lillyman 11. Bodene Thompson 12. Ryan Hoffman 13. Simon Mannering. Interchange: 14. Nathaniel Roache 15. Charlie Gubb 16. Ligi Sao 17. Sam Lisone 18. Albert Vete 19. Bunty Afoa 20. Ata Hingano 21. Mason Lino

Ins: Albert Vete, Ata Hingano, Bunty Afoa, Mason Lino

Outs: None

Teams analysis: James Gavet (concussion) has officially been named to start for the Warriors after doing so for the last two weeks despite being named on the bench. No other changes.

SuperCoach analysis: Those without Shaun Johnson need to bite the bullet this week, with a Thurston to Johnson trade costing just under $70,000. Bodene Thompson and Simon Mannering are musts for round 12. Kieran Foran is somehow the fifth most purchased player this week despite a career SuperCoach average under 50.

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DRAGONS v COWBOYS

7.30pm Saturday at Win Stadium

Dragons: 1. Jason Nightingale 2. Nene Macdonald 3. Euan Aitken 4. Tim Lafai 5. Kurt Mann 6. Gareth Widdop 7. Josh McCrone 8. Russell Packer 9. Cameron McInnes 10. Paul Vaughan 11. Tyson Frizell 12. Joel Thompson 13. Jack De Belin. Interchange: 14. Tariq Sims 15. Leeson Ah Mau 16. Hame Sele 17. Taane Milne 18. Blake Lawrie 19. Kalifa Faifai Loa 20. Luciano Leilua 21. Jacob Host

Ins: Blake Lawrie, Jacob Host, Kalifa Faifai Loa, Luciano Leilua

Outs: None

Teams analysis: No changes following a big win over Manly.

SuperCoach analysis: Yet again, the SuperCoach crowd is setting themselves up for failure, with Gareth Widdop the fourth most purchased player, despite costing $50,000 more than Milford. Jack De Belin is top shelf this year and will be in the Sangnamstyle set-up by round 13 at the latest, hopefully earlier.

Cowboys: 1. Kalyn Ponga 2. Kyle Feldt 3. Justin O’Neill 4. Kane Linnett 5. Gideon Gela-Mosby 6. Michael Morgan 7. Ben Hampton 8. Patrick Kaufusi 9. Blake Leary 10. Scott Bolton 11. Gavin Cooper 12. Coen Hess 13. Jason Taumalolo. Interchange: 14. Ethan Lowe 15. John Asiata 16. Corey Jensen 17. Ben Spina 18. Sam Hoare 19. Enari Tuala 20. Javid Bowen 21. Braden Uele

Ins: Ben Spina, Braden Uele, Corey Jensen, Enari Tuala, Justin O’Neill, Sam Hoare

Outs: Johnathan Thurston, Shaun Fensom

Teams analysis: Coen Hess has been named to start and Ethan Lowe benched for the Cowboys. Ben Hampton has been named as the replacement for Johnathan Thurston (calf, round nine), with Blake Leary to start at hooker. Justin O’Neill (hamstring) will make his return. Javid Bowen drops out of the 17 and Gideon Gela-Mosby retains his spot. Kalyn Ponga starts at fullback, while Corey Jensen has been named on the bench to make his NRL debut.

SuperCoach analysis: Paul Green has finally seen the light — with Coen Hess to start, Gideon Gela-Mosby remaining on the wing and Kalyn Ponga at fullback. I was prepping a Hess to Gallen trade in the near future, but if Hess continues to start and play 80 minutes he’s a definite keeper. Gela-Mosby appears to have the left wing spot locked in until Antonio Winterstein returns, which could be as early as next week. Ponga has the fullback spot until Johnathan Thurston returns in round nine, with regular No.1 Lachlan Coote out this week and to play in the halves next week if fit. Ponga is predicted to rise by $85,500 in that time and is therefore the cheapie of the week if Matt Frawley doesn’t score a starting spot at the Bulldogs. Thurston is a sell. He will miss a minimum of two weeks, meaning he misses five of the next 12 when Origin is taken into account.

PANTHERS v SHARKS

4pm Sunday at Pepper Stadium

Panthers: 1. Matt Moylan 2. Waqa Blake 3. Dean Whare 4. Tyrone Peachey 5. Tyrone Watene Zelezniak 6. Te Maire Martin 7. Nathan Cleary 8. James Tamou 9. Peter Wallace 10. Reagan Campbell-Gillard 11. Isaah Yeo 12. James Fisher-Harris 13. Trent Merrin. Interchange: 14. Corey Harawira-Naera 15. Leilani Latu 16. Viliame Kikau 17. Sitaleki Akauola 18. Moses Leota 19. Tim Brown 20. Peta Hiku 21. Bryce Cartwright

Ins: Bryce Cartwright, James Fisher-Harris, Matt Moylan, Peta Hiku, Tim Browne, Tyrone Peachey, Viliame Kikau, Waqa Blake

Outs: Dylan Edwards, Malakai Watene Zelezniak, Michael Oldfield, Sione Katoa

Teams analysis: Penrith welcome back a host of troops — Matt Moylan, Waqa Blake, Peta Hiku (disciplinary), Tyrone Peachey (fractured rib) and James Fisher-Harris (fractured cheekbone). SuperCoach cheapie Corey Harawira-Naera moves to the bench. Bryce Cartwright (ankle) has been named in the reserves as he aims to return.

SuperCoach analysis: With a break even of 63, it’s time for Dean Whare to be cashed in at a $110,400 profit. Corey Harawira-Naera has a bench spot for now, but could lose it if Bryce Cartwright (ankle) is right to play. CHN simply needs to take the field to score another massive rise, but he’s a no-no for SuperCoach 17s this week given the Panthers play so late.

Sharks: 1. Valentine Holmes 2. Sosaia Feki 3. Jack Bird 4. Ricky Leutele 5. Gerard Beale 6. James Maloney 7. Chad Townsend 8. Andrew Fifita 9. Jayden Brailey 10. Matt Prior 11. Luke Lewis 12. Wade Graham 13. Paul Gallen (c). Interchange: 14. Jayson Bukuya 15. Chris Heighington 16. Jeremy Latimore 17. Kurt Capewell 18. Tony Williams 19. Joseph Paulo 20. Sam Tagataese 21. Fa’amanu Brown

Ins: Fa’amanu Brown, Joseph Paulo, Kurt Capewell, Sam Tagataese, Tony Williams

Outs: James Segeyaro

Teams analysis: Kurt Capewell replaces James Segeyaro (broken arm) on the bench in the only change to the 17. Utilities Fa’amanu Brown and Joseph Paulo join the extended bench and can both cover hooker if Jayden Brailey doesn’t go the full 80 minutes.

SuperCoach analysis: Jayden Brailey is locked in for 80 minutes — or very close — following the injury to James Segeyaro. Brailey is therefore a hold for the next six weeks, potentially beyond, and may even get us through the round 12 bye. Paul Gallen is the numero uno when it comes to bye purchases after averaging a brilliant 74.5.

EELS v TIGERS

4pm Monday at ANZ Stadium

Eels: 1. Clinton Gutherson 2. Semi Radradra 3. Michael Jennings 4. Kirisome Auva’a 5. Josh Hoffman 6. Brad Takairangi 7. Corey Norman 8. Suaia Matagi 9. Kaysa Pritchard 10. Tim Mannah (c) 11. Manu Ma’u 12. Tepai Moeroa 13. Nathan Brown. Interchange: 14. Beau Scott 15. Peni Terepo 16. Daniel Alvaro 17. Siosaia Vave 18. David Gower 19. George Jennings 20. Marata Niukore 21. Will Smith

Ins: Daniel Alvaro, David Gower, George Jennings, Marata Niukore, Will Smith

Outs: Frank Pritchard

Teams analysis: Frank Pritchard (foot) is out. Tepai Moeroa replaces him in the starting back row, with Daniel Alvaro joining the bench. Kaysa Pritchard (leg) has been named despite limping off last week.

SuperCoach analysis: Corey Norman has come crashing back to earth and is about to leak a mountain of cash. However, those who bought him did so for the byes as well as the money, so stick strong and hope for a form reversal. All eyes for the byes are on Semi Radradra’s looming court case, while Nathan Brown and Manu Ma’u are also players to consider.

Tigers: 1. James Tedesco 2. David Nofoaluma 3. Jamal Idris 4. Kevin Naiqama 5. Moses Suli 6. Mitchell Moses 7. Jack Littlejohn 8. Aaron Woods (c) 9. Matt McIlwrick 10. Ava Seumanufagi 11. Josh Aloiai 12. Chris Lawrence 13. Elijah Taylor. Interchange: 14. Tim Grant 15. Sausao Sue 16. Michael Chee-Kam 17. Jacob Liddle 18. Joel Edwards 19. Justin Hunt 20. Jordan Rankin 21. Junior Tatola

Ins: Joel Edwards, Jordan Rankin, Junior Tatola, Justin Hunt

Outs: None

Teams analysis: No changes following an upset win over the Cowboys.

SuperCoach analysis: David Nofoaluma has been amazing this year, but is still only owned by 3.1 per cent. Try these stats on for size: Average 80.3 with only two tries and two try assists, 47 tackles, 18 offloads and the fourth most points of any player.

Originally published as SuperCoach teams analysis round 7