LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
A North Queensland Cowboys outside back and a Canberra Raiders forward are both facing extended stints on the sidelines due to injuries sustained in their Round 2 matches against the Sharks and Broncos.
Cowboys winger Braidon Burns suffered a low-grade hamstring injury, with a history of hamstring issues, and will be sidelined for three to four weeks.
This will give recruit Jaxson Paulo the opportunity to fill in on the wing.
The Raiders' Zac Hosking underwent surgery for a broken hand and will be out of action for four to six weeks.
The injuries to both players are a setback for their respective teams as they navigate the early parts of the season.
The article from zerotackle.com reports on the unfortunate news for both players, highlighting the impact their absence will have on their teams.
Burns' injury is particularly concerning given his history with hamstring issues, making his recovery timeline uncertain.
On the bright side for the Cowboys, the returns of Jeremiah Nanai and Jason Taumalolo will provide some relief for the team as they prepare for their next game against the Broncos.
The loss of Hosking will also be felt by the Raiders, as they will have to find a way to fill the void left by his absence in the forward pack.
His surgery and subsequent recovery period will test the depth of the Raiders' squad and force them to make adjustments to their lineup.
Despite these setbacks, both teams will need to move forward and find ways to overcome these injuries as they aim to continue their campaigns in the NRL.