The Dragons are facing a troubling decline that goes beyond the coaching of Anthony Flanagan, raising questions about the team's overall strategy and leadership. Critics argue that the ritual scapegoating of coaches in sports may not be the solution to their woes.

With a brutal $900k reality looming, predictions for the Dragons' performance in NSW 1-19 are grim, adding pressure as they continue to grapple with their rivalry against the Roosters.