There were some tantalising inclusions on the Canberra Raiders' team list for Magic Round, but the omission of Corey Harawira-Naera had some fans scratching their heads.
The 27-year-old has proven himself to be a valuable bench utility, able to play well in multiple positions when called upon.
But for Friday night's game against the Canterbury Bulldogs, Harawira-Naera made way for young wrecking ball forward Ata Mariota in the 17, whom like Xavier Savage on the wing, returns to the NRL side after injury setbacks.