Broncos' Arthars Steps Up, Reynolds' Fitness Questioned

0:00It's April 7th. This is Adelaide News today, AI-powered stories from your city. I'm Corey with the story. Jesse Arthur's is stepping up to start at fullback for the Brisbane Broncos this Friday night against the North Queensland Cowboys. He's filling in for the injured Reese Walsh, who's out with a fractured cheekbone. Captain Adam Reynolds is also named to start at Halfback, even after hurting his a doctor last weekend. The Broncos took some hits in their win over the Gold Coast Titans. Walsh got hurt just before halftime. Bin Hunt damaged his MCL and Reynolds left early too. Walsh and Hunt are sideline for weeks, but Reynolds tested his groin in training and plans the push through. Arthur is switched from the wing and held it down last game. He says he won't try to copy Walsh's flashy style, instead he'll lean on his own strengths like strong running, organizing, and bringing energy. His teammates back him up, praising his vocal leadership at the back. Walsh is resting this week to see if he can go, with 22-year-old Tom Duffy ready as

1:01back up halfback. They've been linking up in Queensland Cup, Blake Moser steps in for Hunt, and Winger Josiah Carapani returns after a one-week drop for discipline. Friday's clash at Lang Park shapes up big Arthur's aiming for his 100th NRL game. Duffy possibly debuting higher up. Keep an eye on how the Broncos handle these changes against the Cowboys.