LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
The St George Illawarra Dragons have announced a significant injury blow for young second-rower Dylan Egan, who has ruptured his ACL.
Egan had been performing well this season, establishing himself as a key player in Shane Flanagan's squad.
The injury occurred in the opening minutes of the Dragons' narrow victory over the Brisbane Broncos.
He was immediately taken off the field and did not return to play.
The initial suspicion of an ACL injury has now been confirmed, and Egan faces a recovery period of nine to twelve months.
This timeline puts his availability for Round 1 of the next season in jeopardy.
Flanagan commented on the situation, describing it as "awful news."