Broncos in Turmoil: Coach Michael Maguire’s Job on the Line After Instagram Drama Sparks Player Fallout
A seemingly minor action has sparked major controversy at the Brisbane Broncos, potentially placing head coach Michael Maguire’s position under threat. The club recently parted ways with Kiwi international forward Marty Taupau after he liked an Instagram post by former teammate Elijah Taylor, who criticized Maguire’s coaching style. While liking a post may seem trivial, it raised serious concerns within the Broncos organization about player unity and discipline.
Maguire, brought in by club executives to instill toughness and sharpen the team’s defensive mindset, is now facing backlash over his methods. Despite leading New South Wales to a State of Origin victory last year, the veteran coach’s intense training approach and communication style have come under fire.
With unrest brewing behind the scenes, the situation has quickly escalated from a social media moment to a potential coaching crisis, leaving Maguire fighting to maintain control of the locker room—and his job.
