The Storm's Backline: A New Look Pack

The Melbourne Storm will be without several key players in their backline to start the new NRL season, including star fullback Ryan Papenhuyzen, centres Justin Olam and Marion Seve, forward Tariq Sims, and winger George Jennings. This has forced coach Brad Arthur to select a new-look pack.

One of the surprise selections is winger Isaac Simonsson, who was expected to miss several months with a shoulder injury. Ryan Matterson will also be unavailable for the Storm's first three matches after failing to appeal his three-game ban.

The Storm face the Parramatta Eels in Round 1 at CommBank Stadium on Thursday evening. The Eels are looking strong ahead of their season opener, but they will have to navigate a tough opponent without several key players.

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For fans of rugby league, this new-look Storm backline presents an exciting opportunity to see some fresh faces take the field. With so many injuries and departures, it's no surprise that the team is looking for a spark to get their season off to a strong start.

The Titans, meanwhile, are dealing with their own injury woes, including a serious knee injury to forward Beau Fermor that will keep him out for the rest of the year. This setback comes after Fermor had already been through rehabilitation from a previous ACL injury.

Despite these challenges, Titans coach Justin Holbrook remains confident in his team's ability to bounce back and make a strong start to the season.

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