Eels revival.

The beginning of the 2009 NRL season saw the Eels in turmoil.  With Mateo out injured, no halfback and a low position on the competition ladder, they were destined for the wooden spoon. However, their performance in recent weeks, specifically the individual performances of Mortimer, Hayne and Hindmarsh, have revived the Eels finals hopes and have labelled them serious contenders for a top 8 finish.  In the last 2 weeks they have beaten 2 teams in serious contention for the 2009 premiership.  Last week was a nail biting, 2 point win over the Storm and this week was a convincing win over the Bulldogs.  These wins highlight the Eels rise to the top as they were both in form teams, not bottom ones like the Roosters and the Sharks.  

I believe that if the Eels continue this late form and pull together 4 or 5 wins in a row, they will stamp themselves as serious contenders for the 2009 premiership.  Don't forget, Mortimer has played less than 10 first grade games, given time and proper coaching, he is definately, in my opinion, a player of the future.