LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe
Blaize Talagi is potentially set to make his first-grade debut for the Panthers on Thursday night as the team faces the Storm after losing their second fullback to injury.
Daine Laurie was initially named to replace injured Dylan Edwards at fullback, but he too has been ruled out due to injury.
Thomas Jenkins has been named as Laurie's replacement, but there is speculation that Talagi may actually get the nod.
Talagi, who has been biding his time in reserve grade since joining the Panthers from Parramatta, has experience playing fullback and across the backline.
Initially signed with the intention of eventually partnering Nathan Cleary in the halves, Talagi has been versatile in the backline positions he has played.
Despite starting the year in NSW Cup, Talagi's potential debut for the Panthers could come sooner than expected due to the team's fullback injury woes.