Premiership Fallout: Brisbane's Disappointing Slide into Oblivion The Brisbane Broncos' title defense ended in ignominy with a 30 6 loss at home to Newcastle, eliminating their finals hopes.
This marks the first time since 2006 that a reigning premier has failed to make the playoffs.
Michael Maguire's words after the game – "We've got to look after each other through this period" – are contradicted by his team's dismal campaign.