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Xerri wants to be rock for other NRL stars in bad times

The Bulldogs' Bronson Xerri is all smiles, celebrating his winning return after his drugs ban. (James Gourley/AAP PHOTOS)

Bronson Xerri has detailed how he wants to become a rock for other NRL players dealing with mental health issues, after making his return from a drugs ban.

Xerri played his first NRL game in four-and-a-half years on Friday night, admitting his return felt far more significant than even his debut at age 18 in 2018.

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