It is impossible to think just two years ago Penrith were headed for the wooden spoon after an embarrassing night during Magic Round. They’ve come a long way since then.

Suffice to say this was no affair to remember. But for coach Brett Ratten, all that will count is the result: a nine-point win to the Saints, who had trailed for the vast majority of the match.

Greater Western Sydney survived a brave fightback from Essendon, with a left-foot snap from Jacob Hopper at the death sealing a heart-stopping two-point win.

The Raiders can expect another week of scrutiny after a 24-16 loss to Newcastle continued a disturbing inability to close out games.

A Doncaster placegetter last year, Brandenburg had attracted the attention of several Hong Kong agents, but the seven-figure offers were refused.

Follow along as we bring you all the key moments from Saturday’s AFL matches. 

Andrew Johns believes the Manly fullback could finish his career in the Super League.

Wally Masur throws a microphone onto the court at the 1993 US Open. It bounces off the court and into the crowd.

Paul Gallen responds to Sonny Bill Williams' BBQ accusations on Triple M ahead of their July 16 boxing match on Stan Sport.

Sam Verrills is denied a try by the Bunker in a costly call against the Storm.

Des Hasler says Kasey Badger was "wrong, again" which has lead to a warning from the NRL.

With Tom and Jake Trbojevic nearing the end of their contracts, Andrew Johns believes their time in the NRL is almost up. Joey and Allana heap praise on the Canberra Raiders’ ability to sign young talented players and are giddy about their future. The pair preview the clash between Jarome Luai and...

He’s a gamer for up to 20 hours a week, but Wests Tigers prop Terrell May’s main focus is still footy.

Titans coach Des Hasler has been issued a final warning by the NRL for criticising official Kasey Badger after his team’s loss to Melbourne last week.

Two of rugby league’s most powerful player agents have been issued show-cause notices and fines totalling $35,000 for improper conduct.