Stand him down now!

Success breeds arrogance and in some cases boundless self importance.

Unfortunately for the Manly Sea Eagles, they are not bigger than the game. But their recent Premiership and World Club Championship success has invoked in them a sense that they are untouchable.

Everyone in the Rugby League community viewed them as a shining example of excellence.

They were trailblazers in private ownership. Their fitness was unquestionable. The coach had a