They're not excuses - they're mitigating factors.
Pretty much the only team that might not struggle with the amount of disruption we have had is Penrith, and that's more of a testament to their incredible juniors system, more than anything else.
We have not had our best 17 available all season long - that's a huge hurdle to overcome.
Played Cowboys without Origins stars
Manly without Dce and Turbo and his brothers
Storm without Olam,Papa,Tui 1st up and Papa,Olam,Remis,Big Nelson and Coates injured for last 20
Penrith before hit their straps and playing like busted ducks
Sharks without HYNES and a 10 point lead at home.....
Titans missing Brimson both games.....
We also get to play Brisbane after a hard road game to Townsville.
Win 3/4 and we make 8. Not impossible with 2 easy games at home. Just need to pull one big win.