The hits just keep coming for the defending premiers with Brisbane Broncos’ superstar prop Payne Haas the latest to be ruled out for an extended period after their 21-20 win over Wests Tigers at Campbelltown on Saturday night.
Brisbane confirmed the news via their website on Monday.
“The Brisbane Broncos can confirm Payne Haas suffered a Grade 3 MCL injury in Saturday night’s game against the Wests Tigers Based on early medical assessments, Haas is expected to be sidelined for approximately 6-8 weeks.
“Meanwhile, Kotoni Staggs has a plantar fascia strain and Jesse Arthars has sustained a tear to his interosseous membrane.”

