LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
Former Brisbane Broncos legend Corey Parker has taken aim at the team's questionable pre-match ritual before they were handed a devastating defeat by the Melbourne Storm.
The Storm showcased their dominance with a convincing 50-12 victory at Suncorp Stadium, reaffirming their status as the team to beat in the NRL finals.
Following the lopsided loss, Broncos coach Kevin Walters finds himself under immense pressure as his team appeared to lack the necessary resilience and determination to compete.
Jahrome Hughes of the Storm ran riot against the Broncos in what turned out to be a dismal end to the regular season for the struggling club.
Despite the absence of key players like Reece Walsh and Payne Haas, the Broncos had an opportunity to salvage some pride after a disappointing season.
However, captain Patrick Carrigan and other leaders were criticized for their lackluster performance in front of their home crowd, leaving a bitter taste in their mouths before heading into the offseason.
Parker, who was in attendance at the match, was alerted by his daughter to the stark contrast in intensity levels during the warm-up between the Storm and the Broncos.
The lackluster effort displayed by the Broncos left Parker stunned and concerned about the team's overall mindset.