Souths star warns rested Roosters face finals risk; V'landys issues Mad Monday warning

South Sydney veteran Cody Walker has warned that the Roosters' decision to rest several star players for their final regular-season match carries risks, despite understanding coach Trent Robinson's reasoning. The Roosters have sidelined James Tedesco, Daly Cherry-Evans, and others to keep them fresh for the finals. Walker, who missed one game earlier this season due to suspension, said the week off made him feel "a lot worse" and out of rhythm upon his return. He acknowledged the Roosters' top-four position allows them to rest players, while noting he couldn't comment on their internal injury management. Roosters captain Tedesco admitted he was keen to play despite limited game time recently due to an ankle injury. Meanwhile, ARL Commission chairman Peter V'landys has warned players to behave responsibly during Mad Monday celebrations, citing the AFL's Sydney Swans scandal as a cautionary example.