Broncos dealt devastating blow as Haas’s return timeline extended
Broncos prop Payne Haas is now facing an extended stint on the sidelines, with the club confirming their marquee man would require knee surgery.
The Brisbane star was initially named to line up against the Panthers on Thursday night, before coach Kevin Walters confirmed on Wednesday he would be a late scratching, and would consult a specialist that afternoon.
Brisbane Broncos star prop Payne Haas has joined the club’s growing injury list after reportedly suffering a concern with his hamstring.
The reported injury, which is a concern to the Broncos coaching staff, saw Haas restricted in the club’s training on Tuesday, per The Courier Mail.
The publication understands that while it is currently a concern, the injury is not regarded as serious as of yet.
Teammate and Haas’ partner-in-crime in the forward pack, Corey Jensen, spoke about the injury but believes that the NSW and Australian Kangaroos prop could afford to miss some time on the training paddock.
“I honestly don’t know (what’s wrong with him). I think he’s got a little niggle to his leg,” he said.
“He can kind of do what he wants when he’s training. If he’s a bit sore he can go and do his own thing.
“Everyone at times was finding it tough. It’s getting back up to speed with playing 13-on-13 and the grind of rugby league.”
The reports surrounding Payne Haas come as young speed demon Jesse Arthars (ankle), new recruit Fletcher Baker (groin) and enforcer Jordan Riki (shoulder) are presently in the casualty ward ahead of the Pre-Season challenge in February
However, they will likely be back before Round 1 in Las Vegas.
