This NRL dark horse found keys to its premiership window. Now it’s at risk of slamming shut

Manly’s season is best summed up as consistently inconsistent. They could pull it together to beat the two best teams in the competition — Panthers and Storm — but also lost to a bunch of clubs that struggled in 2024 like the Tigers, Eels, Broncos and Rabbitohs.On paper they have the makings of a premiership-winning side — that’s why a lot of people had them as a smoky coming into the season.When the roster boasts the experience of Daly Cherry-Evans, the presence of Tom Trbojevic, the speed of Jason Saab, the heart of Jake Trbojevic and the size of Haumole Olakau’atu, then they really should be in the premiership conversation.IMAGINE WHAT YOU COULD BE BUYING INSTEAD. For Free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au.Watch every game of the 2024 Pacific Championships with expert analysis LIVE with no ad-breaks during play, on Kayo. New to Kayo? Start your free trial today >And they were after kicking off the season with a win over the…