Overview

• Answerth ruptured his left Achilles tendon at Marvel Stadium during Brisbane’s match against Carlton on July 10, forcing him from the field immediately.
• Medical staff confirmed the injury as a ruptured Achilles and scheduled surgery that will require an estimated nine-month recovery.
• The defender joins Jack Payne and Lincoln McCarthy on Brisbane’s long-term injury list, deepening the Lions’ medical challenges.
• A key member of the Lions’ 2024 premiership defense, Answerth had played every game this season after overcoming groin and shoulder issues earlier in his career.
• Coach Chris Fagan described Answerth as the ultimate team player and said the squad was deeply disappointed by the loss.