Billy Slater Broncos : Billy Slater has highlighted the “real concern” currently facing Brisbane, focusing on their underwhelming second-half performances in recent weeks.
Michael Maguire’s side has endured consecutive defeats to lower-ranked teams, including a Round 10 loss to an injury-hit South Sydney, casting serious doubt on their premiership aspirations.
Over the past three games—including a win over the Bulldogs—the inconsistent Broncos have leaked 52 points after halftime while managing to score just eight.
This troubling pattern is likely to alarm coach Maguire, who emphasizes maintaining resilience and intensity throughout the full 80 minutes.
Billy Slater Identifies ‘Real Concern’ for Brisbane Broncos Amid Ongoing Second-Half Struggles
Slater believes Brisbane’s recent performances fall “well below the standard” expected at this level.
History, results, and form all tell a story—and right now, the Broncos’ second-half displays are the major concern,” he said on Nine’s Billy Slater Podcast.
We all know how brilliant the Broncos can be, but over the past three weeks, they’ve been outscored 52-8 after halftime.
The way they’re emerging from the break just doesn’t match the intensity and execution of their first halves.
They haven’t managed a single second-half try in recent games, which is a serious worry for the Broncos moving forward.”
Poor Second-Half Performances Raise Questions Over Broncos’ Premiership Hopes
Currently sitting seventh on the ladder with a 5-5 record, the Broncos still have ample time to regroup and reassert themselves as serious premiership contenders.
However, the upcoming State of Origin period poses a significant challenge, with several key players likely to be called up, and Ben Hunt now sidelined through injury.
Slater emphasized the importance of concentrating on their overall performance rather than dwelling on missing personnel.
It’s definitely not time to hit the panic button—they’ve got too much talent,” Slater said.
With Ben Hunt sidelined for a while, the question is whether Ezra Mam slots straight back in. The timing seems right, but there’s still some work to do.
There’s no doubt Ezra Mam and Reece Walsh improve the Broncos and bring better balance to the side. But at the same time, I’m sure the team is reflecting on the players who were out there on Friday night against the Rabbitohs.
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They need to focus on what’s in front of them. It’s not just about waiting for the big names to return—it’s about maintaining a high standard of football.
Brisbane is set to take on the struggling Dragons in Round 11 at Suncorp Stadium.
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