As the season reaches its climax, the recurring question arises.
Should leading teams conserve their top players for the finals?
In recent seasons, resting players has become quite common, and with the top teams secure in their positions, it seemed like there might be even more resting this year.
However, Tuesday's team announcements revealed that few teams opted for rest, except for the Sydney Roosters.
James Tedesco, Billy Smith, Robert Toia, Mark Nawaqanitawase, Daly Cherry-Evans, Hugo Savala, Naufahu Whyte, Reece Robson, Nat Butcher, and Siua Wong will all be rested.
Additionally, Sam Walker is sidelined due to injury, leaving coach Robinson with just two players from last week's lineup, who suffered a loss to the Dolphins. Lindsay Collins will lead the team from the front row, alongside Salesi Foketi, who has shone recently but may cede his starting spot to Angus Crichton when the finals begin.
This situation opens the door for several promising young Roosters players to shine, and Daniel Tupou's return from injury will provide needed match fitness ahead of the playoffs.
There are differing views on resting players, and while I personally don't mind it, the Roosters' strategy this weekend may raise some eyebrows.
The issue gained attention last year when the Canberra Raiders rested players.
Under Ricky Stuart, the Raiders secured the minor premiership with a week to spare, suffered a heavy defeat to the Dolphins, and were eliminated in the first round of finals.
This scenario encapsulates the potential pitfalls of resting players.