Show Notes
The boys are back with another NRL Season Review, this time diving into the 2026 campaigns of the Penrith Panthers and Dolphins! The Dolphins had a huge season, but was this the beginning of a successful run or just a one-off? We break down their defensive struggles, including conceding 52 and 66 points at home, question whether the forward pack is missing something, and look at a backline full of stars. Cobbo is back to his best, Herbie has been phenomenal, Bostock made his Origin debut and Isaako continues to deliver week after week. Then it’s onto the Panthers. Minor premiers and widely tipped as the team to beat, Penrith fell short in the Preliminary Final once again. With injuries cruelly hitting Kenny, Yeo, Edwards, Cleary and Blaize at the worst possible time, how should we judge their season? We debate the uncertainty surrounding the halves, what’s next for Blaize Talagi, Nathan Cleary’s dominance and the massive question — are the Panthers still the benchmark of the NRL, or are we finally seeing the decline of the dynasty? Plus, we name our Player of the Year for both clubs and put the entire squads through our S-F Tier Rankings! Who impressed? Who disappointed? And what does 2027 look like for both clubs?
Timestamps: 1:10- The Dolphins 34:35- Penrith Panthers
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