1 Storm
2 Penrith
These two locks for the top 4.
3. Brisbane
Premiership-standard side. Needs luck with injuries. Maguire tends to get good early form, then bad later form (imo)
4. Sharks
AFB only makes them stronger. Will likely be mostly overlooked for SOO which is a premiership advantage.
5. Cowboys
A roster that should challenge for the top 4. But have they the will?
6. Manly
Things to like for us next year. But just can't see us going top 4.
7. Canterbury
8. Easts
A dice roll: someone is going to sneak in. Parramatta and Dolphins also possible. Think Easts will finish strongly and just get there.
Last: Titans and Dragons should go close. Think Dragons will play a limited but honest style that will keep them clear. I am backing the Titans to achieve Last!