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NRL Warriors fans: Are you losing faith?

Last updated 11:12 29/04/2016
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The Warriors currently sit 13th on the table, with five losses after eight rounds

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It's another day, another drama for the problem-plagued Warriors.

After six players were stood down before their clash with St George Illawarra following a big night in town, it's emerged some of them may have been involved in mixing prescription drugs with energy drinks.

It is understood five of the six players involved in the night out have admitted to taking the drugs.

Coach Andrew McFadden confirmed on Friday that Manu Vatuvei, Ben Matulino, Bodene Thompson, Albert Vete, Sam Lisone and Konrad Hurrell would be unavailable for selection for round 9.

It followed the Warriors' embarrassing 42-0 loss to the Melbourne Storm on Anzac Day, which provoked outrage among loyal fans who claimed the Warriors failed to 'turn up'.

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The Warriors' mantra for fans has always been to 'keep the faith', but how do these latest developments sit with you? Do the players still have faith themselves?

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In March, former rugby league coach and administrator Graham Lowe accused the Warriors of having a 'bro culture', which he later clarified was a "too relaxed, don't worry, be happy culture".

"I don't see enough energy or concern."

So what needs to change at the Warriors? Can they still make the playoffs - or is this season already a write-off? Do you still have 'the faith'?

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