Adam Reynolds has offered a bizarre response to questions over whether he will be afforded a farewell game in the NRL before retiring.
The veteran Broncos halfback will hang up his boots at season’s end, but may have already played his last game.
Adam Reynolds of the Broncos is assisted from the field. Getty
Reynolds was knocked out against the Knights in round 22 and missed the weekend’s loss to the Dolphins, but was able to return for this week’s game against the Warriors.
But his name was absent when Michael Maguire released his team sheet on Tuesday.
Reynolds fronted media at a club event on Tuesday night and was asked why he isn’t playing this week.
He was short in his replies, denying he is carrying an injury.
“Nothing, really. It’s a good opportunity for some young fellas to get a go and build on some combinations for the future,” he said.
“Nah, I feel all right. I feel good. Don’t know (if I’ll play next week). We’ll keep you guessing.”
When asked by The Courier Mail, Maguire said Reynolds is battling a calf issue.
“He didn’t train (on Tuesday) because he just can’t,” Maguire said.
“He has some issues with his calves and nerves and it’s just bothering him.”
The Broncos have three games remaining following Saturday’s clash with the Warriors. They will miss the finals in what has been a dismal defence of their 2025 NRL premiership.
Maguire says the club wants Reynolds to have a farewell game at Suncorp Stadium, which will have to be in round 26 against Melbourne.
Adam Reynolds (left) will retire at season’s end. Getty
Reynolds, though, says he isn’t fussed whether he gets one or not.
“If there’s a farewell there’s a farewell. If not, I’m happy with the career I’ve had,” he said.
“There’s other players in the team who probably deserve it more than I do, and they’ve been a big part of the club longer than I have.
“Every game is important, not just your last game… we’ll keep you guessing.”
The Broncos are also set to lose Payne Haas (Rabbitohs) and Gehemat Shibasaki (Bears) at season’s end, while Corey Jensen has already medically retired.
Reynolds has played 323 NRL games across the Rabbitohs and Broncos to date.
He won the 2014 premiership with South Sydney and last year’s with Brisbane.