Welcome to The Fair Dinkum Department - a weekly deep dive into rugby league's hottest issues and whether or not we think they are real or ridiculous.
Jack Wighton looks set to sign a long-term deal with South Sydney in a massive coup for the NRL powerhouse - but what does it mean for their current roster and the Raiders?
Elsewhere, Josh Hodgson is fighting for his NRL career at the Eels and Rugby Australia are continuing to get under the skin of the big bosses at League Central.
And if you thought it was too early to talk about State of Origin, think again!
Here's your weekly look at the biggest issues in the NRL, courtesy of The Fair Dinkum Department.
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Should NSW give up on Tom Trbojevic?
Following yet another injury scare, questions have been raised over the future of superstar Manly fullback Tom Trbojevic in the State Of Origin arena.
The 26-year-old limped off the field with a groin issue against the Tigers and has looked slower than usual in 2023, and given the stack of outside backs at Brad Fittler's disposal, it could be time to move in a new direction.
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Do the Rabbitohs need to clean house for Jack Wighton?
Jack Wighton's impending move to South Sydney is a massive coup for the NRL powerhouse - but what does it mean for those in the current roster?
With a host of quality players off-contract at the end of 2024 and 2025, we analyse who the Bunnies could be forced to part ways with in order to pay Wighton's massive salary.
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Can the Raiders survive without Jack Wighton?
On the flip-side of the Jack Wighton contract saga is his current club Canberra and where that leaves them long-term.
Many have suggested that the 30-year-old should 'owe' the Raiders for sticking by him, but we don't believe that should factor into discussions.
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Why are the NRL up in arms over rugby union?
The ongoing ego battle between Peter V'landys and Hamish McLennan has continued, with the NRL weighing up a new $1 million salary cap exemption to lure rugby union players to the 13-man code.
Does this sound ridiculous to you as it does to us?
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What is a hip-drop tackle?
After a chaotic game in Darwin on Friday night between the Broncos and Eels, the ongoing hip-drop saga has hit rock bottom after three players were charged for dangerous contact?
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Should the Eels drop Josh Hodgson?
Parramatta recruit Josh Hodgson has found himself at the centre of discussion in recent weeks, with a string of disappointing displays placing the English veteran under immense pressure.
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