Bulldogs hooker Reed Mahoney could find himself in hot water after an ugly incident with Daniel Atkinson in the second half of his side’s Round 4 win over Cronulla.

Ricky Stuart has staunchly defended Raiders fullback Kaeo Weekes after an indifferent performance in a loss to the Cowboys, while admitting his team “need to be better”.

Cowboys coach Todd Payten has taken aim at the officials following his side’s Round 4 win over Canberra at Queensland Country Bank Stadium.

Ricky Stuart has revealed he had an honest conversation with halfback Jamal Fogarty regarding reports he was being targeted by the Sea Eagles who have a $1 million war chest.

Storm coach Craig Bellamy had a “different opinion” of the Bunker’s decision to rule out a crucial Eli Katoa try which allowed a Jacob Liddle four-pointer to secure a 14-8 win for the Dragons.

NRL CEO Andrew Abdo has backed calls for the competition to introduce a transfer window after two headline player moves have dominated the opening round headlines.

Canterbury travel to Cronulla in what shapes as the first major test of their campaign at Sharks Stadium tonight.

Broncos star Payne Haas is on the radar of the Manly Sea Eagles, with CEO Tony Mestrov declaring the club is on the hunt for a marquee prop.

The hot seat beneath Cowboys coach Todd Payten will feel much warmer if his side can’t record their first win of the season tonight against Canberra in Townsville.

A fiery Brisbane derby has resulted in charges against starting forwards for both the Broncos and the Dolphins. Follow live.