NRL Team of the Week: Round 1

Many didn't think it possible, but the competition's premier fullback has kicked into another gear with a hattrick of tries against Manly.

Despite turning 35 in August, Morris remains one of the game's leading wingers. Scored three tries against Manly on his way to 300 running metres.

Like his twin brother, is aging like fine wine. Scored a try and ran for over 200 metres with ball in hand during his sides' comprehensive win against the Sea Eagles.

Was having a game to remember before injury took him from the field early in the second half. Scored a try, broke three tackles, and had an effective tackle ratio of 100 percent.

The bustling winger caused North Queensland's right edge nightmares all night. Scored a try, broke the line twice and busted through 12 tackle attempts.

Alongside Ryan Papenhuyzen, was involved in everything during Melbourne's first-half domination of South Sydney. Finished the game with a try and four tackle-breaks.

Controlled the contest well, not giving a determined North Queensland side a sniff during the first half before taking them out of the contest altogether in the second stanza.

Lead his side out during his first contest as captain in his 100th first-grade appearance. Scored two tries to make his day even more memorable in Newcastle's 16-point victory against the Bulldogs.

Man of the match in his sides come from behind win against Brisbane. Scored a try, set up another, and capped off his stellar performance with 55 tackles.

Hailed as one of the biggest signings in the club's history, Addin Fonua-Blake proved club hierarchy right in a dominant performance against a big Gold Coast pack boasting the likes of David Fifita & Tino Fa'asuamaleaui.

Looked right at home in his new team's colours'. Ran for 180 metres and completed 34 tackles.

Had a great matchup against the opposing Luciano Leilua during his sides' 18-point victory over Wests. Scored a try and ran for over 100 metres with ball in hand.

Was damaging through the middle third of the field and was instrumental in two Canberra tries. Finished the contest with seven tackle breaks and 130 run metres.

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