Is this the wildest start to a season ever? The Wests Tigers are equal first, the Melbourne Storm have lost four in a row, and the ladder is completely upside down.

In this episode, Gus and Mat break down:
Api Koroisau: Despite being one of the premier hookers in the game and a proven winner, Api Koroisau is still waiting for his Origin opportunity.
The Storm Slump: Is the Bellamy era facing its toughest test yet?
Origin Bolters: Is Jacob Preston the man to replace Liam Martin for NSW?
The Points Explosion: Why nearly 50% of games are clearing 50 points this year.
Injury Crisis: Does Parramatta’s bad luck prove we need a loan system?

Plus, we look ahead to a massive Round 7 where the Tigers go in as favourites against the Broncos, and we announce details for our Six Tackles Live Origin Special at The Locker Room!

Don’t forget the Billy Slater Podcast every Monday and Stories of Origin Season 5 coming soon.

Is this the wildest start to a season ever? The Wests Tigers are equal first, the Melbourne Storm have lost four in a row, and the ladder is completely upside down.
In this episode, Gus and Mat break down:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Api Koroisau: Despite being one of the premier hookers in the game and a proven winner, Api Koroisau is still waiting for his Origin opportunity.</li>
<li aria-level="1">The Storm Slump: Is the Bellamy era facing its toughest test yet?</li>
<li aria-level="1">Origin Bolters: Is Jacob Preston the man to replace Liam Martin for NSW?</li>
<li aria-level="1">The Points Explosion: Why nearly 50% of games are clearing 50 points this year.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Injury Crisis: Does Parramatta&rsquo;s bad luck prove we need a loan system?</li>
</ul>
Plus, we look ahead to a massive Round 7 where the Tigers go in as favourites against the Broncos, and we announce details for our Six Tackles Live Origin Special at The Locker Room!
Don&rsquo;t forget the Billy Slater Podcast every Monday and Stories of Origin Season 5 coming soon.

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.

"I Can't Understand It": Gus Gould Baffled by Api Koroisau’s Origin Omission

Gus explains why New South Wales can't afford to let Queensland dictate early, why the first 20 minutes could decide the series, and how players like Liam Martin and Addin Fonua-Blake should be used to put the Maroons on the back foot from the opening whistle.

Also in this episode:
Why Gus was shocked by Brian To'o being left out
The selection gamble on Jack Bostock
How New South Wales should manage its bench in the biggest game of the year
Why Queensland carries more pressure than people think
Gus' memories of the old Lang Park and coaching Origin deciders in Brisbane
An unexpected live phone call to Emma Lawrence after Gus correctly predicted she was about to start maternity leave
Plus the latest on the NRL ladder, the start of the NRLW season, and your Ask Gus questions.

Gus explains why New South Wales can't afford to let Queensland dictate early, why the first 20 minutes could decide the series, and how players like Liam Martin and Addin Fonua-Blake should be used to put the Maroons on the back foot from the opening whistle.
Also in this episode:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Why Gus was shocked by Brian To'o being left out</li>
<li aria-level="1">The selection gamble on Jack Bostock</li>
<li aria-level="1">How New South Wales should manage its bench in the biggest game of the year</li>
<li aria-level="1">Why Queensland carries more pressure than people think</li>
<li aria-level="1">Gus' memories of the old Lang Park and coaching Origin deciders in Brisbane</li>
<li aria-level="1">An unexpected live phone call to Emma Lawrence after Gus correctly predicted she was about to start maternity leave</li>
<li aria-level="1">Plus the latest on the NRL ladder, the start of the NRLW season, and your Ask Gus questions.</li>
</ul>

"Unleash Liam Martin": Gus' 20-Minute Origin Decider Blueprint

Phil Gould says State of Origin isn't a talent problem for New South Wales, it's a football problem. This week Gus explains why the Blues are "getting it wrong", how Queensland continue to outplay them in the moments that matter, and what Laurie Daley must do before the decider. 

Plus, the rise of the Titans, why the Warriors are genuine contenders, Ben Hunt's incredible career milestone, Jake Averillo's move to the Tigers, and Gus previews every game of Round 17 thanks to TAB.

(00:00) Beanies for Brain Cancer Round and the Mark Hughes Foundation
(05:23) Breaking news: Jake Averillo signs with the West Tigers
(07:46) Ben Hunt extends with Brisbane for a 19th NRL season
(09:25) Are defensive contests making a comeback in the NRL?
(11:03) The Titans' rise under Josh Hannay
(13:50) Why the Warriors won't fade this season
(15:21) Are the Dolphins genuine premiership favourites?
(19:17) Broncos facing a finals-defining stretch
(21:38) Should Mitchell Moses play Origin III?
(24:00) “We're getting it wrong” - Gus' Origin diagnosis
(35:40) Can NSW fix it before the decider?
(45:13) Why Queensland rarely beat themselves
(48:00) Ask Gus: Origin, coaching futures and Dean Young
(54:12) Round 17 preview and TAB odds
(01:12:00) Gus' Round 17 tips and farewell

Phil Gould says State of Origin isn't a talent problem for New South Wales, it's a football problem. This week Gus explains why the Blues are "getting it wrong", how Queensland continue to outplay them in the moments that matter, and what Laurie Daley must do before the decider.&nbsp;
Plus, the rise of the Titans, why the Warriors are genuine contenders, Ben Hunt's incredible career milestone, Jake Averillo's move to the Tigers, and Gus previews every game of Round 17 thanks to TAB.
(00:00) Beanies for Brain Cancer Round and the Mark Hughes Foundation (05:23) Breaking news: Jake Averillo signs with the West Tigers (07:46) Ben Hunt extends with Brisbane for a 19th NRL season (09:25) Are defensive contests making a comeback in the NRL? (11:03) The Titans' rise under Josh Hannay (13:50) Why the Warriors won't fade this season (15:21) Are the Dolphins genuine premiership favourites? (19:17) Broncos facing a finals-defining stretch (21:38) Should Mitchell Moses play Origin III? (24:00) &ldquo;We're getting it wrong&rdquo; - Gus' Origin diagnosis (35:40) Can NSW fix it before the decider? (45:13) Why Queensland rarely beat themselves (48:00) Ask Gus: Origin, coaching futures and Dean Young (54:12) Round 17 preview and TAB odds (01:12:00) Gus' Round 17 tips and farewell

“NSW Can Win”: Gus Blueprint for NSW upset at Suncorp

State of Origin heads back to Melbourne with the series hanging in the balance and Darren Lockyer joins Phil Gould and Mat Thompson to break down the biggest Game II storylines. 

The team looks at the impact of Payne Haas' return, Billy Slater's Reece Walsh wildcard, Laurie Daley's selection calls and whether Queensland can force a decider at Suncorp Stadium.

Plus, don’t miss your Round 16 NRL tips from Gus!

State of Origin heads back to Melbourne with the series hanging in the balance and Darren Lockyer joins Phil Gould and Mat Thompson to break down the biggest Game II storylines.&nbsp;
The team looks at the impact of Payne Haas' return, Billy Slater's Reece Walsh wildcard, Laurie Daley's selection calls and whether Queensland can force a decider at Suncorp Stadium.
Plus, don&rsquo;t miss your Round 16 NRL tips from Gus!

"I Can't Understand It": Gus Gould Baffled by Api Koroisau’s Origin Omission

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