Dally M votes are in for the first week of the competition, with a four-way tie at the top including previous winner Kalyn Ponga.

Zac Lomax signs a deal with Western Force and Rugby Australia in a major blow to the NRL.

The Wests Tigers have confirmed utility Jack Bird’s departure from the club, with the versatile 30-year-old given a fresh lifeline in the Super League.

Zac Lomax’s immediate playing future has been decided, with the former NRL winger signing a two-year deal with Rugby Australia and the Western Force.

Zac Lomax could play for the Wallabies at the 2027 Rugby World Cup after signing a two-year deal with Rugby Australia and the Western Force. Tom Decent

Roosters coach Trent Robinson has a big decision to make around his forward pack following a brutal injury blow and a disappointing performance from his engine room across the ditch.

Daly Cherry-Evans better get stuck into the tackling pads this week.

The Penrith Panthers have responded to a bizarre transfer rumour involving one of their international stars and released NSW Blues winger Zac Lomax.

The Eels were handed a reality check in their loss to the Storm, while a new-look Rabbitohs side delivered a 40-point attacking masterclass against the Dolphins.

South Sydney Rabbitohs coach Wayne Bennett has urged fans not to jump on the field when Alex Johnston breaks the try-scoring record as the winger inched one step closer on Sunday afternoon.