There is actually decent money around this years favourites, in prior years bookies had them around $3-$5 but this year it is wide open. Outside them the early value outsider picks would be Penrith who barring injuries like in 2003 title run should have them positioned in the top 6. Manly and Gold Coast both have quality packs and dangerous weapons in their backlines, I can't see either drifting out from what they are now. Best buy would be the Cowboys at around 20-1, home heat factor and a pack as big as Souths but bolstered with rep players. Hold out till the baby Broncs settle before backing them would be the best option for now, at least till after origin season. The Knights may look attractive as long outsides now, but they should continue to balloon out till Gidley and even DeGois return. A top 8 for them however is not out of the question at all.
The Dogs play 7 of 9 games at ANZ to start the season, so they should be in a good spot early - perhaps take them now. The Rabbits and Tigers are both unpredictable and inexperienced in finals footy, maybe the title is just out of reach for both this year.
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