LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
In a classic display of grit and determination, Sydney Roosters skipper James Tedesco has been forced to leave the field after a brutal collision in the match against the Canterbury Bulldogs.
Trying to cover his teammate Viliame Kikau, Tedesco found himself in the wrong place at the wrong time, resulting in a knock to the head that left him seeing stars.
After a valiant effort to regain his composure, Tedesco was ultimately ruled out with a Category 1 concussion, a blow to both him and the team.
Adding insult to injury, young gun Sam Walker also found himself sidelined after failing his HIA test.
With both Tedesco and Walker out of action, the Roosters have called upon their secret weapon, Michael Jennings, a seasoned campaigner and former premiership winner, to step up and fill the void.
As the Roosters lick their wounds and regroup, fans are left hoping for a swift recovery for their key players.
In the unpredictable world of rugby league, injuries are a harsh reality that teams must face with resilience and resolve.
Only time will tell how the Roosters will bounce back from this setback, but one thing is for sure - they won't go down without a fight.