LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
League legend Andrew Johns has criticized the Broncos for not utilizing Payne Haas effectively during their recent loss to the Warriors.
Meanwhile, Selwyn Cobbo is set to replace the injured Reece Walsh in the No.1 jersey for Brisbane, with Walsh expected to be sidelined for 4-6 weeks due to a knee injury.
Walsh suffered a right posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) injury during the golden point defeat to the Warriors, ruling him out of contention for the State of Origin series opener.
Cobbo, who has only played at fullback in two NRL matches, is likely to fill Walsh's spot, with Broncos coach Michael Maguire considering him as the replacement for the upcoming game against Canterbury.
Despite limited experience at fullback, Cobbo has been successful in the role, contributing to wins against Penrith and Manly in previous seasons.
While other options like Jesse Arthars and Tristan Sailor exist, Cobbo's physical presence and playing style make him a strong candidate to add a different dimension to the Broncos' lineup.
Cobbo may not possess the same level of speed as top fullbacks like James Tedesco or Ryan Papenhuyzen, but his size and strength resemble that of legends like Greg Inglis and Latrell Mitchell.
This could prove challenging for the Bulldogs to counter as they prepare to face the Broncos in their upcoming clash.
Cobbo's inclusion as fullback provides a fresh perspective for Brisbane, potentially capitalizing on his unique attributes to create opportunities on the field.
With limited time to test new combinations before the next game, the Broncos will rely on Cobbo to step up and make an impact in Walsh's absence.