The Professor and Paul Dalligan break down a pivotal week in the NRL, covering the recent major coaching shift, injury setbacks, and on‑field performances shaping the competition.

We unpack Shane Flanagan’s departure after 11 straight losses, the Dragons’ internal struggles, and the ripple effects of Payne Haas’s injury on the Broncos and NSW Origin.

Plus: • Manly’s resurgence under Kieran Foran • Panthers’ Darwin travel fatigue • Storm and Rabbitohs form concerns • Round 8 previews, predictions and potential upsets • the Giraffe Guarantee

A sharp, informed wrap of everything that matters heading into Round 8.

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