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Eels demand the NRL hand over all information relating to its involvement in the Lomax saga

As per the SMH's Adrian Proszenko 

https://www.smh.com.au/sport/nrl/nrl-dragged-into-lomax-legal-stoush-against-eels-20260225-p5o5am.html

The NRL has been dragged into the Zac Lomax legal stoush after Parramatta issued an urgent subpoena to obtain do

Iongi: Recent Illicit Substance Scandals vs NRL Sanctions

Even if the Iongi photos are legitimate with alleged illicit substance use, it likely happened years ago while he was at the Panthers. It appears to be a personal smear campaign. Hopefully, we fully support Iongi. He's young and players aren't angels

Eels interested in Barnett

Parramatta are interested in Mitch Barnett. Now at 33 in 2027 and coming off ACL, good idea? Having Paulo and De Belin being 34 and 36 respectively is it good to have that much age? 

Ryles wants a Paulo replacement that can lead the forwards, Barnett

Salary Cap and the Bulldogs

I read tonight 

Canterbury will be wearing  players’ surnames on the backs of their jerseys in Las Vegas, and it's been reported that every player will receive a kick back every time one of their unique jumpers is bought by a fan.

I would love to know

Who replaces addocizzy?

1.Jordan samrani

2.Moey alammadine 👀 

3.Jake tago 

4.Russell 

5.Joash papa

6.Brian kelly

I don't bout samrani on wing.Suits more of that bench utility coming in at back row.So prob not samrani.

Moeys been killing it in lower grades and killed it in preseas

Poppa's Corner: A Very Special Young Man Who Just Happens to Be a Parramatta Player

Fox broken thumb. Per nrl physio

Not sure what the timeline of return is but probably 4 weeks or so. 

UPDATE: Official Club Statement, Mon 23 Feb 2026, 08:38 PM

Injury Update: Josh Addo-Carr

BARNETT early release. Sadly for an issue with his children’s health. Per DT

We must throw the bank at this guy.

NSW State of Origin prop Mitchell Barnett has made the painstaking decision to request a release from the Warriors, citing family reasons for his shock departure.

https://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/sport/nrl/mit

Two Hooker discussion

The Eels currently have somewhat of a good dilemma. Who is the future? Is it Ryley Smith or Tallyn Da Silva. Both very different style of Hookers with different paths to first grade. Da Silva was a prodigy from Western Suburbs, playing SG Ball to FG

Lomax legal promise could create salary-cap headache for Storm

From The Sydney Morning Herald...

Melbourne’s pursuit of Zac Lomax could prove more costly than expected if the NRL deems the club’s promise to cover the exiled winger’s legal bills should be included in the Storm’s salary cap.

Parramatta began legal p

Who Said Trials Mean Nothing?

It doesn't change the better part of the last three years, but we won the 2026 Witzer Pre-season Challenge on the back of some encouraging trial form.

Gus Gould says trial results mean nothing. What matters is physicality, fitness and energy within

Matto most likely gonna medically retire

Wouldn't be suprised if the announcement comes in the coming weeks.Postive sign is it frees up a lot of cash and finally good riddance.Cant keep overpaying a player that can't even crack first grade.

His times up by the looks of it now:

Another Matterson Concussion

It's being reported that Matto has suffered another concussion and is now seeking further medical advice.

https://www.nine.com.au/sport/nrl/news-2026-ryan-matterson-concussions-parramatta-eels-future-zac-lomax-contract-saga-20260221-p5o4av.html

1EE Legends Tipping Comp

The 1 Eyed Eel tipping comp is back for 2026. You can join via this link on ESPN Footy Tips:

https://www.footytips.com.au/comps/1ee_legends?p=1eyedeel

Password: 1eyedeel

If you are still in the comp from last season, you don't need to join again.

Here is

Your best 19 vs Storm

Trial #2, Game Day Blog v Roosters: We Just Won the Witzer Pre-Season Challenge

Let's go Eels.

Can't wait to see Moses / Pezet vs Daly / Walker

This could be sensational.

Prediction: Eels 32 - Rorters 18

Final Score: Eels 28 - Rorters 22

https://www.nrl.com/news/2026/02/19/the-wrap-mitchs-eels-in-six-way-fight-for-pre-season-

Trial #2, Pre-Season Challenge Week 3: Team List v Roosters

1. Isaiah Iongi

2. Bailey Simmonson

3. Will Pensini

4. Sean Russell

5. Josh Addo-Carr 

6. Jonah Pezet

7. Mitchell Moses (c)

8. J’maine Hopgood

9. Ryley Smith

10. Junior Paulo

11. Jack Williams

12. Kitione Kautoga

13. Jack De Belin

Interchange:

14.

Sean Russell

For all the positives around the development of individuals and the team this year .. if this bloke plays more than about 3 games for us next year it will be another long season . 
Not a first grader , makes the same poor reads every week in defence

Melbourne's Matterson offer

So it becomes more clearer, the $300k offered from Melbourne included $211,000 of that going towards Matterson's contract and $89,000 as a transfer fee. Instead of what we thought of $300k transfer fee and maybe taking Matto as well. 

So many felt the