Andrew Johns
Andrew Johns is an Immortal, a Newcastle great and a commentator for Channel Nine
Opinion
NRL 2023
How to fix the Roosters? Stick with Sam and lay off Suaalii
There’s been plenty of reasons why the Roosters have been so disappointing this year - but they have to hand the keys to one of their young guns to turn it around in 2024.
- by Andrew Johns
Latest
Opinion
NRL 2023
If Roosters are any chance of making the finals, Brandon Smith needs to fire
The race is on for the finals and the Roosters’ season will be on the line against the Broncos, while the Eels and Sharks are slipping out of contention.
- by Andrew Johns
Opinion
NRL 2023
Tigers have had worst three weeks in their history, but Benji can save them
I don’t know what the Tigers stand for at the moment. But there’s a market which can help get them out of their current plight.
- by Andrew Johns
Opinion
State of Origin
Sweeping statement: Why I’m sick of hearing Queensland ‘get’ Origin better than Blues
NSW - and their captain - haven’t been at their best in this year’s Origin series, but that just means we will see a big performance in game three at Accor Stadium.
- by Andrew Johns
Opinion
NRL 2023
In defence of Freddy: Sometimes, you just have to tip your hat to Queensland
The criticism of Brad Fittler in the past few weeks has been extreme. His NSW side will do whatever it takes in the State of Origin series finale to restore some pride.
- by Andrew Johns
Opinion
NRL 2023
Why I’ve taken an interest in Sloan and Sullivan
The St George Illawarra soap opera rolls on – but there’s light at the end of the tunnel if the Dragons go all-in on two of their young tyros.
- by Andrew Johns
Opinion
State of Origin
Keys to an Origin miracle: How the Blues will use unstructured play to turn tide
I’ve watched game one over and over again – and I’m convinced NSW can level the series in Brisbane against Queensland, who have the weight of expectation on them.
- by Andrew Johns
Analysis
State of Origin
Mitchell Moses was once erratic and emotional – but his Origin time is now
NSW need a halfback who can kick them to victory. A more mature Parramatta No.7 can do exactly that at Suncorp Stadium.
- by Andrew Johns
Analysis
NRL 2023
The King and Cameron: Munster scarily reminiscent of Wally Lewis
The Storm star’s ability to win a game from nowhere takes us back to the days of one of Queensland’s all-time greats.
- by Andrew Johns
Opinion
State of Origin
Queensland will be slippery customers ... but I’m tipping Blues to rain supreme
The forecast wet conditions look set to be a major factor in the Origin opener, and the winner will be the team which adapts best. Here’s how they should play it.
- by Andrew Johns
Opinion
State of Origin
The two Queenslanders who can give the Blues nightmares
NSW’s right-side defensive trio of Tyson Frizell, Nathan Cleary and Tom Trbojevic have their work cut out for them stopping Cameron Munster and Reece Walsh next Wednesday, writes Andrew Johns.
- by Andrew Johns