South Sydney-bound prop Dave Taylor finally delivered on his potential, inspiring Brisbane to a much-needed 28-14 NRL win over the Warriors at Suncorp Stadium.

A Jamie Soward-inspired St George Illawarra produced a magnificent second-half performance to storm to a 36-12 win over a gallant Sydney Roosters.

Canberra skipper Alan Tongue says he is relishing working under coach David Furner and hopes he will stick around.

Wendell Sailor says Dragons Jamie Soward is the man NSW need if they have any chance of preventing a 3-0 State of Origin whitewash against Queensland.

After two of the quickest selection meetings in Origin history Queensland selectors will earn their money picking the side for the third game.

Penrith centre Michael Jennings looms as the main obstacle for an Eels side buoyed by last week's win over Brisbane.