Relationship ‘untenable’ as star makes exit
Ben Hunt’s exit from the Dragons could be fast-tracked amid the ongoing spat between the veteran halfback and his NRL coach.
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Sydney club pulls off major poaching raid in Cowboys’ backyard
A Sydney club has pulled off a shocking poaching raid on North Queensland’s backyard, signing 14 teenagers – some as young as 14 – to relocate to Sydney for the 2025 season, amid scathing criticism of the NQ pathways.
Off-Season Power Rankings: Headline headaches for Eels, Dragons
Focus should be on planning how to crack into the top eight in 2025, but the Eels and Dragons are among those being distracted by player contract headlines. See the full NRL off-season power rankings.
‘Filthy’ Flanno slams Hunt exit rumours, addresses Gutho links
Dragons coach Shane Flanagan has lifted the lid on how the Ben Hunt contract saga will unfold, revealed where Valentine Holmes will play and addressed links to Eels star Clint Gutherson in a wide-ranging interview.
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Scrums to stables: Hunt trotting into horse business
34-year-old Bent Hunt is preparing for life after the NRL, set to step away from 17 years in the big smoke and return to the bush to try his hand in the horse business.
Lomax continues to show worth from wing for firing Dragons
While his exit from the Dragons appears to be all but confirmed, Zac Lomax continues to put in some career-best form for the Red V with another top performance, as did another Dragons player with an unresolved contract.
Rise of the cellar dwellers: Who is next in line for NRL success
Dragons or Tigers? Both teams who have struggled of late but are making their way back. MICHAEL CARAYANNIS and DAVID RICCIO rank who is best-placed for success.
Eels land Lomax despite huge pay cut
The Eels have reportedly landed a huge signing coup with Zac Lomax set to sign a bumper contract four-year deal to join Brad Arthur’s outfit.
Roster upheaval: Off-contract stars Dragons should target
With a host of NRL talent coming to the end of their contracts in 2024, the Dragons should be throwing the bank at securing some top quality players. See what positions need filling and which recruits coach Shane Flanagan should target.
Rare Melbourne Storm junior in line for Lomax spot
Melbourne Storm don’t let too many good ones go, but a Victorian junior is leading the charge for the Dragons backline spot set to be opened up by Zac Lomax’s departure.
Refreshed Hastings returns swinging after NSW Cup demotion
After a week of negative headlines, Jackson Hastings put his fingers to his ears and let his footy do the talking, saying his demotion to reserve grade was the kick-along he needed to return to his best.
The Ben Hunt decision that says everything about the Titans
Titans chair Rebecca Frizelle has spoken about the Titans’ sluggish start under new coach Des Hasler, who is headed for the first wooden spoon of his career unless the club makes a drastic decision, writes DAVID RICCIO.
‘How on earth’: Freak NRL act blows minds
Zac Lomax has dominated the headlines angling to get out of the Dragons but the star has produced one of the jawdropping moments of the season.
Cheese clause: Time ticking on Smith’s unique Roosters contract
Superstar hooker Brandon Smith has a unique clause in his contract that gives him power to explore his options, but the deadline is fast approaching for him to use it.
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