The Eels have “fallen off a cliff” as their long-suffering fans face up to the “Groundhog Day” scenario of crashing out of the finals in straight sets.

Coaches across the game have praised the NRL for keeping the competition afloat, while opening up on the challenges faced during a chaotic Round 20.

Penrith coach Ivan Cleary refused to blame Sunday’s 37-10 loss to Melbourne on having up to a third of the best Panthers 17 missing for various reasons.

Winger Erin Tuala scores two of his tries in the first half as he and youngster Bradman Best torment the Raiders' defence in a 34-24 win at an empty Suncorp Stadium.

Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane will host Sunday evenings game between St George Illawarra Dragons and the South Sydney Rabbitohs. The Rabbitohs have opened as the $1.10 favourites...

Suncorp Stadium will host this top of the table clash between the Melbourne Storm and Penrith Panthers on Sunday afternoon. Many are saying this is a grand final preview and...