'Use the hurt to get better': Reynolds backs Bunnies to rebound

South Sydney captain Adam Reynolds has dismissed suggestions his side's credibility is on the line in Saturday's top-four battle against Parramatta.

The Rabbitohs are reeling after conceding 56 points against the unbeaten Panthers in Dubbo, just a fortnight after letting in 50 against defending premiers Melbourne.

After being labelled serious premiership contenders this season, the Rabbitohs have another chance against a top side to impress before the State of Origin series begins to impact the competition.

Reynolds is adamant a loss to the Eels wouldn't spell the end of the Bunnies' title chances.

"No [I don't think so], we know what we're capable of and know we were well below par and embarrassing on the weekend," Reynolds said.

"Everyone is hurting and we don't want it to happen again. For us it was unacceptable, that's not us, it's not South Sydney and we've addressed it.

"We need to make sure we practice what we preach in the video room and make sure it doesn't happen again."

Souths have been hit hard by injury and suspension in recent weeks but the skipper says none of that can be used as an excuse for poor performances.

"As players it's our job to get up every week at a peak level," Reynolds said.

"Defence is at the forefront of that. No doubt we'll see a change this week in attitude.

"Every person is different in how they respond to it. For me it's motivation going forward that you don't want it happening again. You can use the hurt and pain to get better."

Reynolds' motivations for the remainder of the season are clear after confirming his departure to Brisbane at season's end.

The 30-year-old remains determined to finish his decade of service at Redfern with a second premiership to go with the historic 2014 title.

"I have [come to terms with the move], I'm past it now and am happy with the decision," Reynolds said.

"While I'm here I'll certainly keep trying my best. I'm here to win at all costs. I love this club and have had some great memories here."

The Rabbitohs-Eels clash is expected to attract a huge crowd to Stadium Australia despite both sides coming off losses in round 11.

With Indigenous round at the forefront this week, Reynolds said there was no shortage of desperation for both sides to perform.

"We've got a lot of Indigenous boys in the team, my wife and kids are Indigenous and in Redfern we're in the heart and soul of Indigenous territory with arguably the proudest bunch of people we know," Reynolds said.

"I think it's a great week to be involved in. we should have the conversation more often about trying to improve Indigenous health.

"I don't think it should be one week a year, but every week of the year."