LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
Former Dally M winner Todd Carney has expressed his disbelief over his sacking from the Sharks in 2014 due to his infamous act.
Carney, who had a promising career in the NRL and won the Dally M award in 2010, was considered one of the league's rising stars.
However, a series of off-field incidents ultimately led to his downfall.
One incident that garnered significant attention was a video showing Carney urinating in his own mouth.
Speaking on the James Graham podcast, Carney admitted that he was shocked when the footage was released.
He never anticipated the severe consequences that would follow.
Carney confessed that he initially didn't think he would be fired for his actions.
It was only when his manager, David Riolo, messaged him about the situation that he realized the seriousness of it.
Carney openly admitted his own stupidity and expressed regret for his behavior.
In a surprising twist, Carney shared a story about his former teammate Wade Graham being present at his house during the fallout.
According to Carney, former Sharks CEO Steve Noyce visited and instructed him not to attend training the next day.
This left Graham, who was unaware of the severity of the situation, surprised.
Carney's confession sheds light on the shock and regret he felt over the consequences of his actions.
Despite his talent and potential, his career took a significant hit due to his off-field behavior.