Melbourne Storm director hints at Ryan Papenhuyzen's potential NRL return

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Melbourne Storm director Frank Ponissi hinted that star fullback Ryan Papenhuyzen might return to the NRL after a year off. Papenhuyzen, 27, has been granted an early release for 2026 to explore other opportunities, with Ponissi believing he has "plenty left" to offer. The fullback has faced injury challenges, and a break could allow him to re-energize and potentially return to the sport in 2027.


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