But after the tables were turned yesterday, Creagh claimed the Dragons had no time to waste reflecting on the qualifying final defeat.

"I don't think we can dwell on the losses," Creagh said.

"Parramatta played great today, their defence was great.

"It was a tough match, but we've just got to get on and worry about next week for us."

The prospect of the Dragons being knocked out with two straight finals losses this year draws immediate comparisons to their finals failures of 2005 and 2006, where they bowed out in the preliminary final on both seasons.

The Dragons have had success in Brisbane this year, overpowering the Broncos on coach Wayne Bennett's return to Queensland in round four.

But the Broncos produced one of their best performances this year, holding St George Illawarra tryless in a 12-2 win at WIN Stadium just three weeks ago.

With a hostile reception awaiting the Dragons when they arrive at Suncorp Stadium for Saturday night's cut-throat clash, Creagh said the team needed to turn the pressure into a positive.

"I think the extra pressure will help us," he said. "There's always massive crowds up there in Brisbane.

"It's always a tough road trip, but it's sudden death and we've got a lot to play for and a lot to lose at the same time.

"It's totally different footy with finals compared to the two games we played during the season, so (the Broncos would) have a bit of extra confidence after what they did to us down in the Gong."