LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
In a shocking turn of events in the world of Rugby League, Mitchell Moses finds himself at the center of swirling rumors, creating a storm of controversy for the Parramatta Eels.
Meanwhile, the St George Illawarra Dragons are facing their own turmoil as James Graham responds to allegations of a biting incident.
On the bright side, the Manly Sea Eagles are flying high under the guidance of coach Anthony Seibold, who has been pulling off some impressive feats with the team.
With a tough schedule of matches earlier in the season, Seibold wisely put contract extension talks on hold to focus on getting the Sea Eagles back on track after missing out on the finals last year.
The situation at Parramatta is less than ideal, with the uncertainty surrounding Mitchell Moses casting a shadow over the team's performance.
The Eels will need to rally together and put aside the distractions if they want to salvage their season.
As for the Dragons, James Graham's response to the biting allegations has added another layer of drama to their already tumultuous season.
It's a reminder that in the rough and tumble world of Rugby League, off-field controversies can sometimes overshadow the on-field action.
Overall, Round 23 of the NRL has been a rollercoaster of emotions, with highs and lows for various teams.
The coming weeks will reveal whether the Sea Eagles can continue their upward trajectory, if the Eels can overcome their off-field distractions, and how the Dragons will handle the fallout from the James Graham incident.
One thing is for sure, in the game of Rugby League, anything can happen.