The nib Newcastle Knights squad has been assessed during the bye round.
Kurt Mann suffered an injury in the early stages of last round's match against the Parramatta Eels. Scans have confirmed a torn oblique muscle. With the bye falling this week, Kurt will commence rehab, with a return to play date yet to be confirmed.
Brodie Jones continues to progress through his return to performance program with the goal of re-integration to team skills following the bye.
Adam Elliott has commenced unrestricted training and will push for selection in coming weeks.