LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe
In a scene reminiscent of a nail-biting Grand Final match, the drama between Francis Molo and the St George Illawarra Dragons is causing a stir in the NRL world.
Fans and coaches alike are watching closely, wondering if players have too much power in their hands these days.
When Molo clashed with a Dragons coach, it was like a fiery exchange on the field - tempers flared and words were exchanged.
The prop made a bold move by walking out on the team, declaring he will never wear the Red V jersey again.
Now, Molo has been given the green light to talk to other NRL clubs, a victory that surely has his camp doing victory laps.
But this isn't the first time the Dragons have faced this kind of drama.
Just last season, Ben Hunt, a star player, made a dramatic exit to return to the Brisbane Broncos.
Like Molo, Hunt had his own issues with the coaching staff.
It's a tale as old as time in the world of Rugby League - players testing the limits of their power and pushing the boundaries.
But with social media giving them a platform to speak out like never before, it seems like player empowerment is reaching new heights.
Time will tell if this trend continues, or if clubs will start to push back against the tide.