The Bigger Picture Beneath the NRL Chaos The dust has settled on a chaotic Magic Round, leaving fans reeling from the spectacle.
But amidst the cheering supporters, a more significant narrative unfolds – one that speaks to the state of Australian rugby league.
At the forefront of this drama is North Queensland, whose 18 12 victory over the Sydney Roosters was hailed by coach Todd Payten as "one of the best" he's had in six years.