Sam Walker sidelined for season with ankle injury
Sam Walker will have season-ending surgery for a serious ankle injury. He suffered the high-grade syndesmosis strain in Saturday's 26-12 loss to the Dolphins.
Why it mattersThe Roosters must beat South Sydney next Friday to guarantee a top-four finish. Losing their star halfback makes this much harder.
AustraliaThe Roosters must beat South Sydney next week to guarantee a top-four finish, or risk losing a finals spot to Cronulla in what would be a season-altering outcome.
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