The NRL has reportedly issued a warning to clubs, informing them of plans to introduce rules against coaches and club officials making comments on match officials.

Newcastle and the entire NRL landscape was reportedly misled before the club offered up one of the richest contracts in the history of the sport.

Round 1 is done and dusted, but there were some strategic plays executed from a host of Westpac Red Zone MVP’s that certainly caught the eye.

Eels superstar Dylan Brown has opened up on his shock decision to sign with the Knights, revealing it was down to the “security” of a 10-year contract, not the money.

Knights coach Adam O’Brien has silenced questions regarding the club’s marquee recruit, stating “I’m not talking about Dylan Brown” when quizzed on the signing on Wednesday.

Todd Payten sends a strong message to his team after defensive lapses, as the Gold Coast's star skipper says he's ready to fire.