LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe
South Sydney Rabbitohs have been dealt a blow with Jack Wighton and Tyrone Munro facing time on the sidelines due to injury and suspension.
Wighton received a grade-two charge for a high tackle, leaving him at risk of missing more than one game if he chooses to fight the charge.
Munro, on the other hand, suffered yet another collar-bone injury, adding to the team's woes in the outside backs.
The impact of losing two key players was felt in Souths' recent win over the Dolphins, where Wighton's high tackle went unpunished but resulted in Kulikefu Finefeuiaki leaving the field with a concussion.
In addition to his suspension, Wighton also received a fine for leading with his forearm during a hit-up.
Munro's absence will also need to be addressed after he was seen in a sling and failed to return for the second half, continuing his injury struggles from the previous season.
Meanwhile, there are growing calls for Latrell Mitchell to switch positions, with Jye Gray putting in a stellar performance in the fullback role during the recent match.
Gray's impressive stats and influential playmaking during the game have fueled speculation that he should retain the No.1 role even when Mitchell returns from his injury layoff.
Gray's standout performance in the win over the Dolphins has raised questions about Mitchell's best position in the team, with some suggesting that he may be more suited to playing in the centres.
Despite the ongoing debate about his role, Gray's strong showing has added a new dimension to the discussion as Souths look to navigate their team selection in the coming weeks.
With Wighton and Munro sidelined, Bennett will need to make some key decisions to ensure the team remains competitive in their upcoming fixtures.