Veteran halfback Shaun Johnson has described the Warriors' signing of Test prop James Fisher-Harris as massive and something that could entice him to play on.

Kalyn Ponga's hopes of a State of Origin recall are in tatters after Newcastle confirmed the fullback faces several weeks out with a foot injury.

Storm halfback Jahrome Hughes says there are signs that a South Sydney revival is coming and he expects a tough NRL encounter in Melbourne on Anzac Day.

A tunnel dust-up with Canterbury hooker Reed Mahoney has earned Newcastle forward Jack Hetherington a one-game ban from the NRL.

It is hurting Latrell Mitchell to watch from the sidelines but the South Sydney fullback is committed to playing his role as "Mr Energy", says brother Shaq.

North Queensland coach Todd Payten is considering changes to the Cowboys' line-up after his side was thoroughly outplayed by Cronulla.