LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
Manly's fortunes took a sharp turn after injuries to key players Tom Trbojevic and Daly Cherry-Evans in a loss to the Warriors.
The Sea Eagles, who were once seen as premiership contenders, were heavily reliant on Trbojevic, with their record without him historically poor.
The team struggled without his influence, making uncharacteristic errors and showing a lack of cohesion on the field.
The Warriors took advantage of Manly's mistakes, scoring three tries in the first half off the back of Sea Eagles errors.
Despite a controversial try giving Manly a glimmer of hope, the Warriors quickly extended their lead with a try from Wayde Egan.
The match highlighted the impact of losing a key player like Trbojevic, with Manly's performance suffering significantly in his absence.
The game served as a stark reminder of how quickly things can change in the NRL, with one week turning Manly from contenders to a team facing major questions about their ability to perform without their star players.