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Players, coaches torn on incoming 18th man system – NRL.COM

Some of the game’s leading coaches and players are supportive of the introduction of an 18th man for concussion from round five but don’t believe the additional…

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Some of the game’s leading coaches and players are supportive of the introduction of an 18th man for concussion from round five but don’t believe the additional player will be a major factor this season.
The ARL Commission confirmed the change on Tuesday in a move that will result in an 18th man – an “emerging player” only – take the field should three starting 17 players from the same side fail a head injury assessment during a match. 
Panthers coach Ivan Cleary said on Wednesday that choosing…

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