The form lines for the reigning premiers in our rival footy codes make for very different reading. How can Collingwood emerge from an 0 and 3 premiership hangover that’s caused them to snooze through the opening rounds? While Nathan Cleary is back in business at the foot of the mountains, taking his game to yet another level as the Panthers dominate the grand final rematch. But what's the latest on the injury front for Broncos star fullback Reece Walsh, and should a head clash be punished when the results are so serious? We look ahead to the key games and players in both footy codes, ahead of another big weekend of action.

Featured: Matt Clinch, AFL commentator, ABC Sport. Zac Bailey, NRL reporter, Channel 9.

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