The hooker played 80 minutes during the win over the Dragons, in a match which featured limited stoppages.
Egan will likely have to perform the task again, with the other hooking option Karl Lawton starting at centre in place of the injured Peta Hiku.
Kearney says last week's performance will give Egan a lot of confidence.
Kick off from Sydney's at 8pm.
Later the Storm take on the Rabbitohs at 9:55.
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