When you write about things, you do so because you love a good story. You love to spin the yarn and tell a tale. It's Grand Final week so I'm hoping you were eagerly anticipating a wee yarn from the Mystery Doc, something to run your eyes over while you sip that brew or wine, a story you could even put your children to sleep to, just a good ol' story.

The Bunnies, a footy team who have long been the pinnacle of the NRL. Well not that I have known any of this, I was born into a time when the Rabbitohs were shocking. They were the laughing stock of the NRL and a team that generously would give you two points each time you lined up against them. Lovely group of lads huh?

So how on earth did the saying - the NRL is going good when the Rabbitohs are going good, come around? I've only really known the Rabbitohs to suck. In fact, one of my fondest memories as a youngin' was seeing an absolute truck load of people in green and red walking down a street after their team had got kicked out of the league. Clearly a strong and glorious club.

The only reason they are here, in this GF in 2014 is because they are a strong and glorious club. It's something that took me a while to learn about, but even when they sucked, they would still bring me joy. A huge, massive, ginormous shout out must go to Nathan Merritt who would consistently top the try scoring ranks despite his team being the best at being terrible. 

That's the Rabbitohs, they've always been relevant no matter the circumstance. And here they are, after assembling one of the most fearsome, skillful and enthusiastic group of footballers I've ever come across, favourites for the rings. 

There aren't many NRL teams who can boast such size, aggression and mobility up front as the Rabbitohs. So it's pretty obvious that when you have a back line that offer something similar, only in the back line category - speed, footwork and strength, that you have a glorious team.

There's this bloke named Greg Inglis, G.I. He's someone who's already had a career laced with success but somehow he ended up at Redfern. A place known for its strong Indigenous roots as well as a celebrated history. Looking back, it feels like it was meant to be. Inglis wasn't mean to be a Bronco, he was destined for more, he was destined to be the best Rabbitoh of the modern era. There's no one else in the league who is as well rounded as Inglis, his physical abilities are only matched by his knowledge of his standing. He's a leader for his players, he's a leader for his club, he's a leader for his people. This could be his moment.

If a Rabbit came across a Bulldog in the depths of the jungle or the local park, things wouldn't end well for the Rabbit. This is a Bulldogs side who represent their club name in every sense of the spirit of a Bulldog. There aren't many sides in the NRL who could go toe to toe with this Rabbitohs side and get one up over them. It's happened a few times this season with various forward packs dominating the Rabbitohs, but not when it's mattered.

If the Bulldogs were to win, would Des Halser have etched his name in the history books as one of the greatest coaches ever? Or has he already done so by getting them to the big stage?

The Bulldogs didn't have a fullback at the start of the season. While nearly every other NRL club was celebrating their marquee fullback or eagerly awaiting how their new superstar would go, the Dogs were trying to figure out whether they would promote from within or head hunt a star.

The Bulldogs didn't exactly have a halves pairing that people thought could lead them to glory. Those familiar with the NRL would have seen Trent Hodkinson have a splendid rookie season with Manly, only to be pushed in to injury oblivion. To say that Josh Reynolds had question marks over him wouldn't be a stretch. They then became the NSW halves pairing, they led NSW to their first Origin series win in yonks. They then hit a slump. A slump that I and many others thought would see them struggle to make the GF, let alone make the top 8. Yet, here they are.

They are here because they have a coach who has juggled all the different matters with ease. While Reynolds and Hodkinson were in the sky blue jersey, Tony Williams became the world's biggest half, then when the NSW halves came back, T-Rex smoothly slipped back to the edge and he's rediscovered his dynamic form that made him one of the best.

The Bulldogs are a side who play to the epitome of their strengths. James Graham's game plan is designed purely for a player of his skill and toughness. Sam Perrett's role is easily defined and he does what the coach draws up with near perfection each time. The big boppers do their job, whether it's playing tough or offering some pizzazz, the backs score points and help out.

It should come as no surprise that both sides are known for their defence. The Panthers looked like they had lost the playbook because the Doggies simply showed up, 100% every tackle. The Roosters were beaten to a pulp.

This is a Grand Final that has history behind it. It has legends amongst it. It's got some of the game's best players and coaches as well as two of the biggest fan bases.

It's got everything you could want from an NRL final.