LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
Souths coach Jason Demetriou has issued a stern warning ahead of star recruit Jack Wighton's NRL return after missing the Rabbitohs' first two defeats due to suspension.
In a brutal reality check, Demetriou highlighted the team's struggles in Wighton's absence, particularly in defense where they leaked tries against Manly and Brisbane.
The coach described their performance against Brisbane as a "horror show," emphasizing the need for improvement.
Wighton, a World Cup winner and former NSW Origin star, is expected to bring much-needed class and defensive solidity to the Rabbitohs when he takes the field against the Roosters in round three.
With his return, Demetriou hopes to see a more disciplined and error-free performance from his side.
Despite the anticipation surrounding Wighton's comeback, Demetriou stressed that the team must address their mistakes and improve their completion rate to have any chance of success.
The coach knows that even a player of Wighton's caliber can't single-handedly turn around the team's fortunes if they continue to make avoidable errors.