Jamie Humphreys could be handed an opportunity to earn a new deal at the South Sydney Rabbitohs after halfback Ashton Ward suffered a hamstring injury on Saturday night. Humphreys joined the Rabbitohs in 2025 but has since fallen out of favour in Wayne Bennett's side, leaving his future at the club uncertain. The 24-year-old was all but confirmed to join the Perth Bears in 2027 after his South Sydney contract expires at the end of the season. However, that deal ultimately fell through, leaving Humphreys without a confirmed home for next season. After spending much of the season on the outer, Ward's injury could give Humphreys the opening he needs to revive his South Sydney career.