Luke Keary is set to sit out the Sydney Roosters’ upcoming game against South Sydney due to concerns about his health after sustaining a head injury. However, James Tedesco believes that despite his history of concussions, this latest incident isn’t as severe as previous ones.
Meanwhile, Penrith Panthers have received some relief as James Fisher-Harris has escaped any serious damage to his shoulder, though his availability will be assessed on a week-by-week basis.
Keary’s collision with Manly’s Tom Trbojevic resulted in him needing to follow the NRL’s concussion protocols, ruling him out of the upcoming clash with Souths. While Keary has a history of head injuries, Tedesco, who understands the challenges of concussions, suggests that this latest incident isn’t as concerning.
There’s a possibility Keary might be cleared to play against Penrith later in the month if he shows no symptoms. In his absence, Sandon Smith is the likely candidate to fill in at the halves, with Joey Manu also an option. Manu, who demonstrated his versatility in the opening round, is comfortable with adapting to different positions.
Billy Smith could take Manu’s place in the centers, having recovered from his hamstring injury suffered earlier. Meanwhile, Fisher-Harris’s condition will be closely monitored ahead of Penrith’s game against Brisbane, with Lindsay Smith likely to take his place alongside Moses Leota.
