LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe
Damien Cook's surprise dumping by Rabbitohs coach Jason Demetriou isn't just about his on-field performance.
According to reports from news.com.au, this move is Demetriou's way of telling the struggling South Sydney players that they need to lift their game to turn things around.
The Rabbitohs, once sitting pretty at the top of the ladder less than a year ago, are now languishing at the bottom.
It's a dramatic downfall that has shocked fans and experts alike.
Paul Kent reckons that dropping Cook is Demetriou's way of lighting a fire under the team, pushing them to step up and perform on the field.
It's a classic move in the coach's playbook to shake things up and get results.
"It's time for a shake-up at the club, no question about it," Kent commented.
"With Latrell Mitchell out this week, it gave Demetriou the perfect chance to make some big changes."
So, will this coach's gamble pay off? Will the Rabbitohs rise from the ashes like a phoenix, or will they continue to struggle in the depths of the league table? Only time will tell if this bold move will be the turning point for the South Sydney outfit.
Stay tuned to Fox League on Kayo to catch all the action and see if the Rabbitohs can bounce back from this setback.