LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
The Brisbane Broncos face a second major setback as veteran halfback Adam Reynolds prepares to make a surprising career decision.
Reynolds, 35, reportedly plans to retire when the 2026 season finishes, ending a notable stint at Red Hill.
That development follows the sudden loss of star prop Payne Haas, who shocked fans by committing to the South Sydney Rabbitohs.
According to Code Sports, Reynolds currently has no contract beyond this year and had been weighing his options.
He had previously admitted he might continue playing, potentially negotiating a new deal with Brisbane or joining another NRL club.
Sources now suggest he has reversed that stance and will soon make an official retirement announcement.
The timing compounds the Broncos' problems, with two leadership pieces likely to depart after the upcoming season.
Haas was widely expected to agree to a one-year extension with Brisbane but instead signed a three-year contract with South Sydney.
He will link up with Wayne Bennett at the Rabbitohs from 2027, leaving a significant gap in the Broncos' forward pack.
The club now faces the challenge of rebuilding around young talent and reshaping its roster ahead of next year.