Brisbane Broncos were keen to add key players just round 20 games beginning.
Penrith Panthers aimed to send out a fresh team sheet earlier this week.
ESPN posted picks for the weekend, with confidence, calling some games sure victories and others surprising upsets.
Fiji Bati coach Mick Potter boosted morale by finally getting his expected 2026 World Cup work visa.
NRL.com broadcast clips from rounds 15 and 16, featuring highlights moments.
The Australian highlighted a new gun safety law instead.