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Message: [QUOTE="Coxy, post: 2391701, member: 1764"] Agree OXY, but also remember that Bennett has managed to get his teams to snap out of a slump around round 24. Most notably, the Broncos in 2006. We were undoubtedly in a slump as at round 22, had a strong effort but defeat against Melbourne in round 23 and then flogged the Bulldogs, Eels and Warriors to finish the season on a high. They shouldn't have much trouble against the Roosters next week, then face a real test of character against the Storm in Melbourne. Another tough game against Warriors at home and then finish with Penrith at home which they should win. If they can win 3 of the 4, they'll have enough momentum to be able to cause some trouble in the finals. They'd likely finish 5th, and face the Cowboys in Townsville. However, my answer to this actual thread is I think Manly will win, but Melbourne won't. Why won't Melbourne win it? Because they've won 10 in a row now, they're playing as well as they are capable of playing, and they will inevitably have a dip in form, however minor, and other teams will peak. Manly I think has been in cruise control for weeks now. Been managing to win (other than against the Tigers, who they dominated other than for a 7 minute period). They will make their statement in the last 2 rounds against Melbourne and us, seal 2nd spot and I wouldn't be surprised if they destroy whoever finishes 7th. [/QUOTE]

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