Ahead of the NRL Grand Final, Phil Gould and James Bracey discuss the parallels between Penrith’s ’91 premiership side and the 2021 team and reveals the backstory to Moses Leota’s incredible rise as well as Latrell Mitchell’s selfless role during the finals series.

Ahead of the NRL Grand Final, Phil Gould and James Bracey discuss the parallels between Penrith&rsquo;s &rsquo;91 premiership side and the 2021 team and reveals the backstory to Moses Leota&rsquo;s incredible rise as well as Latrell Mitchell&rsquo;s selfless role during the finals series.

League legend Phil 'Gus' Gould and Mathew Thompson tackle the biggest talking points in Rugby League each week, delivering bold opinions, deep analysis and inside stories.

 

League legend Phil 'Gus' Gould and Mathew Thompson tackle the biggest talking points in Rugby League each week, delivering bold opinions, deep analysis and inside stories.
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James Bracey and league legend Phil “Gus” Gould bring you the six biggest issues in Rugby League each week. Released every Wednesday.

Six Tackles With Gus

League legend Gus Gould and Mathew Thompson tackle the biggest talking points in Rugby League each week, delivering bold opinions, deep analysis and inside stories.

League legend Gus Gould and Mathew Thompson tackle the biggest talking points in Rugby League each week, delivering bold opinions, deep analysis and inside stories.

Grand final: Gus reflects on Panthers’ ’91 parallels

This week on Six Tackles with Gus, Phil Gould reveals the startling results on a team after a loss to Penrith. 

As we head into a massive Easter Long Weekend of footy, Gus weighs in on the Brookvale dramas as pressure mounts at Manly and questions whether Shane Flanagan is already on the chopping block at the winless Dragons.

Plus, we look ahead to the annual Good Friday blockbuster between the Rabbitohs and Bulldogs at Accor Stadium, discuss why Newcastle’s rise is a coaching masterstroke, and Gus shares a surprising story about interviewing Kieran Foran for a coaching role.

This week on Six Tackles with Gus, Phil Gould reveals the startling results on a team after a loss to Penrith.&nbsp;
As we head into a massive Easter Long Weekend of footy, Gus weighs in on the Brookvale dramas as pressure mounts at Manly and questions whether Shane Flanagan is already on the chopping block at the winless Dragons.
Plus, we look ahead to the annual Good Friday blockbuster between the Rabbitohs and Bulldogs at Accor Stadium, discuss why Newcastle&rsquo;s rise is a coaching masterstroke, and Gus shares a surprising story about interviewing Kieran Foran for a coaching role.

The Foran Coaching Interview, The Panthers Hangover & The Brookvale Blowtorch

Your Ask Gus Questions.

Gus breaks down whether Tannah Boyd is the most improved player in the game right now, and what’s behind his rise. He looks at the Tigers’ chances without Jarome Luai and Adam Doueihi.

There’s pressure talk too. Should Shane Flanagan be feeling the heat? And could tensions between Gorden Tallis and the Broncos faithful really be sorted over a beer?

Plus, a look ahead at the future of the game. What does the NRL look like in 10 years? How might the season structure evolve, and what challenges could things like travel and fuel costs create?

And one of the big debates in the modern game, suspensions versus fines. Has Gus changed his stance?

If you want your question answered, send it in via Instagram or Facebook to NRLonNine.

Your Ask Gus Questions.
Gus breaks down whether Tannah Boyd is the most improved player in the game right now, and what&rsquo;s behind his rise. He looks at the Tigers&rsquo; chances without Jarome Luai and Adam Doueihi.
There&rsquo;s pressure talk too. Should Shane Flanagan be feeling the heat? And could tensions between Gorden Tallis and the Broncos faithful really be sorted over a beer?
Plus, a look ahead at the future of the game. What does the NRL look like in 10 years? How might the season structure evolve, and what challenges could things like travel and fuel costs create?
And one of the big debates in the modern game, suspensions versus fines. Has Gus changed his stance?
If you want your question answered, send it in via Instagram or Facebook to NRLonNine.

Ask Gus: Boyd Breakout, Tigers Trouble & The NRL in 10 Years

Coaching drama has exploded just three rounds into the season as the Broncos are rocked by the sudden exit of assistant Ben Te’o, raising fresh questions about leadership and stability at Red Hill. Gus unpacks the situation, what could be happening behind the scenes, and why differences of opinion inside coaching groups are not only common, but necessary.

As Gus puts it, you can’t be a yes man to the head coach, and leadership often means making calls that don’t make everyone happy.

Elsewhere, the pressure is building fast. Are the Roosters and Trent Robinson heading for a defining moment against Manly? Will Daly Cherry-Evans get a hostile reception at Brookvale? And are the Sharks at risk of going stale after years with the same core?

Plus, a big Yes No No No No No, Panthers tactics under the microscope, Souths’ return to Allianz, and a full Round 4 preview thanks to TAB.

Coaching drama has exploded just three rounds into the season as the Broncos are rocked by the sudden exit of assistant Ben Te&rsquo;o, raising fresh questions about leadership and stability at Red Hill. Gus unpacks the situation, what could be happening behind the scenes, and why differences of opinion inside coaching groups are not only common, but necessary.
As Gus puts it, you can&rsquo;t be a yes man to the head coach, and leadership often means making calls that don&rsquo;t make everyone happy.
Elsewhere, the pressure is building fast. Are the Roosters and Trent Robinson heading for a defining moment against Manly? Will Daly Cherry-Evans get a hostile reception at Brookvale? And are the Sharks at risk of going stale after years with the same core?
Plus, a big Yes No No No No No, Panthers tactics under the microscope, Souths&rsquo; return to Allianz, and a full Round 4 preview thanks to TAB.

Grand final: Gus reflects on Panthers’ ’91 parallels

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