The Panthers rested 16 players, prompting betting odds shift and debut appearances this Thursday.
The Panthers have made a surprising decision to rest 16 players following their loss to Canberra last week. As a result, four squad members are set to make their NRL debuts this Thursday night against the Bulldogs.
This decision led to a significant shift in betting odds, with the Panthers moving from $1.60 favorites to $2.30 outsiders, indicating that substantial changes were on the horizon.
Eventually, betting was suspended, and some bookmakers listed the four-time champions at $7.25, signaling their diminished hopes of finishing in the top four, a feat that had already become unlikely after two consecutive golden point losses.