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'I could do it': Burton keen to explore NFL switch
- Matt Burton said he could play in the NFL if something pops up, signaling interest after his Las Vegas game.
- The Bulldogs’ win over the Dragons kept Burton’s NFL talk in the spotlight after a strong kicking performance.
- Dylan Brown and Sandon Smith joined Newcastle Knights to ease pressure on Kalyn Ponga and added attack depth.
- Kalyn Ponga felt relieved to have the pressure off him as the Knights showed a more balanced attack.
- Leeds’ NRL alumni Maika Sivo and Brodie Croft starred in the curtain-raiser, showcasing cross-code talent.
- Todd Payten criticized the Cowboys' slow starts as he admitted the need for improvement.
- Payten questioned Tyson Frizell’s non-binning for a hip-drop, highlighting refereeing debates.
- Vegas opened the NRL season with a wide-eyed showcase of former stars and new halves.
- The opening round underscored the blend of star power and strategic depth shaping 2026 NRL.
- Nevetheless, the Knights’ strategic shift signals a potential rebalancing of NRL dynamics in 2026.
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