St George Illawarra is set to recall halfback Kyle Flanagan after an injury to rookie playmaker Kade Reed, ahead of the club’s NRL match against Penrith at Magic Round on Sunday. Multiple outlets report that Reed’s absence opens the opportunity for Flanagan to return to the halves role for the Dragons. The recall is framed as a response to the team needing cover in the playmaking and halfback positions for the Penrith fixture, with Flanagan named to fill that gap. The reports agree that Reed is unavailable due to the injury, and that Flanagan’s involvement is expected for the match day selection. The Dragons’ game against the Panthers is the key context for the change, with Magic Round providing the immediate timing for the adjusted lineup. No additional injury details, medical timelines, or alternative options beyond Flanagan’s return are provided in the shared reports.