LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
The Brisbane Broncos have been hit with some unfortunate news as star forward Payne Haas is set to undergo surgery on his troublesome knee.
The injury will see Haas sidelined for up to six weeks, a blow for the team as they navigate their way through a tough season.
Initial reports suggested that Haas may only be out for a short period of time, but the Broncos have now confirmed that he will need an arthroscopy to clean out damage in his knee.
This setback will require some patience and resilience from the young prop as he focuses on his recovery.
In the words of coach Kevin Walters, "We always prioritize the long-term health of the players.
While it's disappointing to lose Haas for a few games, we believe that this surgery will set him up for success in the long run.
We have faith that he'll come back stronger and ready to tackle the rest of the season head on."
Haas, who has been a standout player for the Broncos and even represented his state in the Origin series, will be sorely missed on the field.
However, the team is determined to rally together and show their strength in his absence, drawing on their depth and resilience to keep pushing forward.
As they say in the world of Rugby League, it's all about how you bounce back from adversity.
The Broncos will need to dig deep and show their true fighting spirit as they navigate this challenging period without one of their key players.
But with a supportive team behind him, Haas will no doubt come back firing on all cylinders and ready to make his mark once again.