Raiders Daily Brief
The Panthers have dropped Blaize Talagi to the bench due to defensive issues, opting for Jack Cogger instead to strengthen their left edge against the Raiders.
Meanwhile, the Canberra Raiders are extending Ata Mariota's contract while Chevy Stewart will stay, although Morgan Smithies is expected to leave for the Perth Bears.
In Wests Tigers news, Adam Doueihi expressed his commitment to the team despite recent tensions with coach Benji Marshall over playing positions.
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