The only ranking that truly counts will be determined at ANZ Stadium on Sunday night - the champions of the NRL for 2013.

It's all about momentum at this time of year and both teams have it in spades so we have to dig deeper to see who is on course for glory.

At the height of his powers: Jamie Lyon. Credit:Getty Images

The Roosters beat Manly three weeks ago 4-0 at Allianz Stadium. The scoreboard tells the tale that it was a slugfest and the Roosters' famed defence held their opponents scoreless.

But they only try of the match came via a kick and the Roosters did not make a single line break.