The Broncos finished the regular season 5th (out of 16) but were knocked out of the finals by eventual grand finalists Melbourne Storm for the second consecutive year.
However the Broncos fought back strongly, with a missed goal from the sideline from Michael Ennis late in the second half the difference.
Karmichael Hunt kicked his first ever field goal when he won the game for the Broncos 19–18 against the Wests Tigers in round 15.
After the NRL season, Brisbane's Darius Boyd was selected to make his international debut for Australia in the 2008 Rugby League World Cup.
Justin Hodges Bold Players have played International or State any year Full Backs Wingers Centres Halves Hookers Props Second Rowers Locks QF Sydney Roosters vs Brisbane Broncos venue SFS SF Melbourne Storm vs Brisbane Broncos venue Suncorp Stadium 27°27′53″S 153°0′34″E / 27.46472°S 153.00944°E / -27.46472; 153.00944 (Suncorp Stadium)