Bronco Maranta likely to face Panthers

Lachlan Maranta is looking set to make his return from a wrist injury in place of Corey Oates this coming Saturday when the Broncos travel to Penrith.

Speaking to media this morning, Brisbane fullback Darius Boyd indicated Maranta was a chance to replace the injured Oates, who will miss 4-6 weeks despite not requiring surgery on his shoulder.

Should Maranta not be passed fit, Greg Eden is expected to fill in on the wing for the maroon and golds.

Penrith host Brisbane at 7:30pm on Saturday night in Round 3 of the NRL Telstra Premiership.