Flipping a bird to critics

BIG money Broncos recruit Jack Bird has hit back at his fat-shaming critics and revealed he will battle a painful injury for the rest of his career.

Bird made his club debut in Brisbane’s gritty 9-7 golden point win against the Wests Tigers last Friday night and is set to remain in the centres for the rest of the season.

In his return from a shoulder reconstruction and in the unfamiliar position of left centre, Bird was solid being spectacular in hitout.

Listed officially at 96kg, Bird’s fitness was questioned after some unflattering images surfaced in the pre-season as he finished shoulder rehab.

“I didn’t really care what they (critics) thought – I’m happy with my weight,” he said. The 23-year-old says he is carrying a sternum injury that requires heavy strapping. without an 87minute