🏉 NRL: Multicultural Round and the "Monday's Expert" Fallout

As of Monday, March 16, 2026, the NRL is catching its breath after a Round 2 that saw the hierarchy of the league turned upside down. The Melbourne Storm sit atop the ladder with a staggering $+74$ points differential, while the Brisbane Broncos—the defending premiers—find themselves in the unthinkable 15th spot after starting the season 0–2.With Round 3 (Multicultural Round) kicking off this Thursday, the pressure is mounting for the winless heavyweights and the injury-hit contenders. Here is your roadmap for the week ahead.