To keep or to ditch in 2026? That is the crucial question NRL clubs are racing to answer. We take a look at some of the players vying for a new deal and to determine if they should be re-signed or let go.
Manly and the Warriors have thrown a spanner in the race to the NRL finals, as two heavyweights battle for a second bite of the cherry. We’ve crunched the numbers on the Ladder Predictor to determine who’s in and who’s out of finals contention.
The NRL have backed their match officials over two contentious calls that raised the ire of St George Illawarra coach Shane Flanagan in his post-game press conference.
Des Hasler has had some memorable blow-ups over the years, but this epic spray in the sheds after his side’s one-point loss to the Tigers is one of his best. The question is – will it be his last in charge of the Titans? WATCH THE VIDEO.
Roosters star Sam Walker had a mixed night in his NRL return, sparking his sides’ attack, while also enjoying a trip to the sin bin, as the Dragons suffered yet another agonisingly close loss.
Canberra Raiders coach Ricky Stuart has leapt to the defence of Dragons halfback Kyle Flanagan, labelling public criticism of the 26-year-old as “a disgrace” and taking aim at the “so-called fans”.
Shane Flanagan was left fuming at a controversial forward pass call that proved the difference in his side’s loss to the competition leaders.
In his most expansive comments yet on his plans for the Red V, Dragons boss Tim Watsford has revealed the club is in the market for a marquee halfback, while also lashing online bullying towards current No.7 Kyle Flanagan.
Despite suggestions he would rather move overseas than play against the Raiders, Josh Papalii has refused to rule out signing with a rival NRL club for next season.
Two clear winners emerged from the NRL’s June 30 deadline, while other clubs dug their heels in to keep departing players on their books. See the winners and losers from the transfer window.
Manly and the Sydney Roosters have been at the centre of the June 30 frenzy, while Wests Tigers young gun Tallyn Da Silva is heading to western Sydney. See every transfer and top-30 promotions.
Jack de Belin has spoken for the first time about the emotion of leaving the Dragons at the end of the season, saying he’s been on the verge of tears since the club told him they wouldn’t be offering a new deal.
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