LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe
Kevin Walters, the Brisbane Broncos coach, was not pulling any punches in a fiery press conference on Saturday night as he took a swipe at a journalist amidst a backdrop of disappointment and desperation.
Despite his team's crushing 40-6 defeat at the hands of the Dolphins in the Battle of Brisbane, Walters remained defiant, declaring that the Broncos still have a shot at making the finals.
However, their fate hinges on other results going their way, with the Dolphins and Dragons needing to lose their matches while the Broncos must triumph over a strong Storm side.
The Broncos' dismal performance caps off a year that started with high hopes after their near miss in last year's grand final against Penrith.
If they fall short of a top eight finish this season, it will mark yet another missed opportunity under Walters' leadership.
In typical Rugby League fashion, Walters is facing intense scrutiny as the pressure mounts heading into the final round of the season.
The Broncos will need to channel all their strength and determination if they want to keep their season alive and salvage some pride in the process.