NSW State of Origin forward Tariq Sims looms as a genuine option for Melbourne's depleted pack after Christian Welch's ruptured Achilles added to their woes.
The Storm were left flat after their come-from-behind 26-16 win over Wests Tigers on Saturday night, leaving CommBank Stadium with three serious injuries.
Welch has a suspected ruptured Achilles and will battle to play again this season, George Jennings' season is likely over with a suspected ACL tear and Brandon Smith also suffered a broken hand.