Overview

• Multiple reports say Newcastle held a Tuesday night board meeting and is expected to part ways with Adam O’Brien after six seasons.
• NRL 360 reporting cited by local outlets indicates a settlement in the range of $300,000 to $500,000, with a full board vote anticipated on Thursday.
• The Age reports O’Brien’s deal includes an 18‑month payout if terminated now versus a 12‑month settlement if he departs at season’s end.
• Assistant coach Blake Green is widely reported as the frontrunner to succeed O’Brien after external target Josh Hannay signed with the Titans.
• The Knights have two games left against the Sharks and Eels as they try to avoid the wooden spoon following a bottom‑two campaign.