Parramatta Eels after Round 11

After eleven rounds of the NRL competition in 2006 the mighty Parramatta Eels find themselves at the bottom of the heap running second last. The only team beneath them are perennial wooden spooners South Sydney.

The Eels currently sit on six points and are 10 points adrift from the leaders, where 5 teams currently sit on 16 points. The task of making the top eight isn't beyond them just yet, but based on their performance to date it is a very unlikely proposition. But I would like nothing more than for them to prove me wrong.

Another point to note is the position of the Warriors. They currently sit on six points equal with the Eels, however they have a superior for and against record. Lets not forget however the Warriors were docked 4 points before the season started due to salary cap issues. For them to now be sitting above the Eels on the ladder is embarrassing.

Lets hope this week is a bit more settled for the Eels. Hopefully Tim Smith and Mark Riddell can come back into the side as well as Grothe, Hindmarsh and Tahu after coming back from Origin duties. Jason Taylor now has a full week with the side and can put his own print on the side.

Also look for news on whether Jaime Lyon will be returning to the Eels for season 2007. A decision is expected soon, as early as Monday. This would be a major boost to the side and will hopefully sway some of those looking elsewhere to stick with the club.