Okay we know it’s only round one and we know this isn’t the real NRL ladder. But what if the ladder was based purely on form?

1 Rabbitohs: The defending premiers backed up their pre-season form with a dominant performance against Brisbane.

2 Eels: Many thought Parramatta might struggle against Manly without Jarryd Hayne. But weren’t they wrong?

3 Roosters

4 Panthers

5 Knights

6 Raiders: Only the Canberra faithful thought the Raiders could win. Enter Jack Wighton.

7 Tigers

8 Storm: They may have beaten the Dragons on Monday, but they certainly didn’t impress anyone.

9 Bulldogs

10 Warriors

11 Titans

12 Cowboys

13 Broncos

14 Sharks

15 Sea Eagles

16 Dragons