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Nathan Cleary will need to be at his magical best if Penrith are any hope of overcoming a nightmare 2026 schedule.
The NRL released its draw for next season on Friday, and it is not good news for the Panthers and their supporters.
Last year's preliminary finalists face a gruelling first six weeks with games against premiers the Broncos in Brisbane, followed by Cronulla, the Roosters, Parramatta, Melbourne, and the Bulldogs.
The Panthers then travel to Darwin in round seven for a clash against the Dolphins.