He left the Panthers in 2005, signing a one-year contract with the Parramatta Eels.2005 Player Movements Darryl's Rugby League He played in pre-season trials for the first grade team but spent the season in the Premier League.Rugby league teams Sydney Morning Herald, 7 September 2005 However his form was good enough to earn a new contract for 2006.2006 Player Movements Darryl's Rugby League In 2006 he returned to first grade, playing two games for the Eels. However he then returned to Premier League competition.Tim Smith remains in Premier League rleague.com, 23 May 2006
