LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
Emerging Broncos Blake Mozer and Josh Rogers will be making their NRL debuts in the Round 27 clash against the Storm at Suncorp Stadium.
The team list for the game was announced on the Broncos' official website, broncos.com.au.
Unfortunately, the Broncos will be missing some key players due to injury and suspension.
Captain Adam Reynolds will be sidelined with a calf injury, while lock Pat Carrigan is out with a foot injury.
Suspended centre Kotoni Staggs will also be unavailable for the game.
Since the Broncos have already secured a home final at Suncorp Stadium for the playoffs, coach Kevin Walters has decided to rest several first-grade regulars.
This will allow them to maximize their preparation for the finals series.
Additionally, Walters wants to reward the players from the wider Broncos squad who have shown strong form and commitment throughout the season.
As a result, a number of players will be absent from the Storm game.
Prop Payne Haas, five-eighth Ezra Mam, centre Herbie Farnworth, winger Selwyn Cobbo, fullback Reece Walsh, hooker Billy Walters, and forwards Kurt Capewell and Kobe Hetherington will all be resting for this match.
This decision by Walters emphasizes the importance of player management and ensuring that the team is in peak condition for the finals.
It also gives an opportunity for Mozer and Rogers to showcase their skills at the NRL level and gain valuable experience.
With the regular season coming to an end, the Broncos are focused on their preparations for the finals series.
The team will be looking to build momentum and continue their strong form as they aim for success in the playoffs.
The game against the Storm will serve as a test for the Broncos' depth and the ability of the young players to step up in the absence of their regular starters.
Overall, the team list for the Round 27 clash reflects the Broncos' strategic approach to player management and their commitment to rewarding and developing emerging talent.
The match against the Storm will be an important stepping stone for the team as they gear up for the finals and look to make a mark in the NRL.