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NRL journeyman Matt Lodge has accepted a deal to join Manly’s extended playing squad just three months after rejecting a $300,000 offer from the club.
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In November, Lodge was offered a two-year extension at the club for 2025 and 2026 worth the NRL minimum wage of $150,000 per season.
But the veteran prop knocked back the contract, stating he had no animosity towards the club but that he couldn’t put his body on the line for minimum wage.
“I can’t play for that amount when that sort of money is given to a kid just coming out of a school who hasn’t played a game of NRL,” Lodge said at the time.
Lodge was shopped around to clubs and looked set to sign with the Dragons but they were only willing to offer him a train-and-trial deal worth $1200 a week.
The 29-year-old has played for five NRL clubs but after failing to land a top 30 contract anywhere in 2025, he agreed to stay at Manly.
Lodge will work three days a week on a construction site and continue his professional boxing career while playing NSW Cup with a view to forcing his way into the NRL squad.
An ACL rupture and torn biceps limited Lodge to just 12 appearances in his two seasons at the Sea Eagles, but the 29-year-old prop believes his best football is still ahead of him.
“I know I’ll get back to where I want to be and I’m backing my ability.” Lodge said.
“It wasn’t a case of me wanting to leave this club but the offer elsewhere at the time which I thought I was leaving for, was too good to refuse.
“I don’t need to go into all the details, but it is what it is and everything always works out in the end.
“I feel I was just hitting my straps at the back end of last season, and I can’t wait to rip in again.”
Lodge said family and friendships were at the centre of his decision to ultimately accept the club’s offer.
“Although I need to pay the bills, it’s not all about money,” he said.
“I had an opportunity elsewhere, which at the time I thought was the right thing for us to do, but things change, and you adapt.
“After weighing it all up, I’ve realised that here is where I want to be, and I’m prepared to make sacrifices in the process.
“I have made a lot of close friends in my time here at Manly and it feels like home.
“I left on good terms and felt like I was only just getting started here after some unlucky injuries. So, I turned the offer down, and here we are.”
Lodge, who has four children under the age of eight, said his kids were thrilled to be staying on the northern beaches.
“I’ll continue to work three days a week on a building site where I’ve been for the past six months, and I’ll also be preparing for my second pro fight in early March,” he said.
“My four young boys are all Manly fans having grown up here and playing with Mona Vale Raiders.
“They were in tears when I told them I might have to leave but they’re very happy now.
“We are really settled on the northern beaches. Family time, and lifestyle, are very important to us.
“Now it’s up to me to do the work and fight my way back and to be ready whenever the team needs me.”
SOUTHS LOCK DOWN YOUNG GUN
The South Sydney Rabbitohs have locked down one of their most impressive young forwards, extending Tallis Duncan until the end of the 2027 season.
Duncan, who made his NRL debut for South Sydney midway through 2023, was off-contract at the end of this year but the Rabbitohs were quick to make sure the standout forward wasn’t lured away by rival teams.
Duncan was highly-rated coming through the lower grades, winning the club’s NSW Cup player of the year award in 2023 after being crowned the 2022 Jersey Flegg Cup player of the year and players’ player award winner.
“Tallis is one of the new generation of modern-day forwards – tough as nails, agile and adaptable, high energy and big work rate that won’t take a backwards step,” Rabbitohs Head of Recruitment, Mark Ellison, said.
“He has played strongly at the NRL level over his first two years playing in the top grade which earned him his first green and gold jersey late in 2024.
“He gives us versatility in our forwards rotation, but most importantly, he has the right attitude and drive to be the best he can be every time he pulls on the Rabbitohs jersey and wants to be a South Sydney player.
“He made that very clear during our talks about extending his tenure with the club. South Sydney is where he wants to be.”
BULLDOGS SIGN PROMISING WARRIORS YOUNG GUN
The Warriors have confirmed young gun Zyon Maiu’u has been granted an early release from his contract to sign with the Bulldogs.
The 21-year-old previously was contracted until the end of 2026, having made his NRL debut in the Warriors’ Anzac Day clash against the Titans last season.
“We were keen for Zyon to stay but he’s looking for more opportunities,” Warriors general manager recruitment, pathways and development Andrew McFadden said in a statement.
“He came through our system to make his NRL debut last year and we wish him the very best for what lies ahead.”
Maiu’u played 43 games for the Warriors’ reserve grade side in 2023 and 2024, but is off to Belmore with the Bulldogs confirming hte news on Tuesday.
The Knights were also reportedly interested in his services, but ultimately Maiu’u is set to become the third forwards recruit to join Phil Gould and Cameron Ciraldo.
Canterbury has already signed Sitili Tupouniua and Tom Amone, while added Enari Tuala and Marcelo Montoya to their outside backs stocks.
The Warriors’ decision to allow the promising forward to leave the club reportedly came down to the plethora of young talent they have gunning for first grade spots.
ROOSTERS RE-SIGN EGAN
The Roosters have re-signed Egan Butcher on a two-year extension that will keep him at the club until the end of 2027.
Butcher suffered an ACL injury in Round 12 last year which ended his season but the Tricolours have shown faith in one of their juniors.
The 24-year-old backrower made his NRL debut at the Roosters in 2021 and has made 56 appearances for the club.
“I’ve been with the Roosters since I was a teenager and I love everything about the place so I’m really happy to extend my future with the Club,” Butcher said.
“I’m excited about what’s ahead and can’t wait to keep working hard with the group we have here.
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Roosters head of recruitment Daniel Anderson praised Butcher’s work ethic and commitment to his teammates every week.
“Egan is a player who gives everything for his teammates and has a genuine love for the game,” said Anderson.
“He’s also a terrific character off the field so we’re thrilled to have him remain part of our squad for the long term.
Sydney Roosters back-rower Egan Butcher. NRL ImagerySource: SuppliedFULL 2025 TRANSFER CENTRE
BRONCOS
2025 squad: Adam Reynolds (2025), Ben Hunt (2026), Ben Te Kura (2026), Billy Walters (2026), Blake Mozer (2025), Brendan Piakura (2027), Coby Black (2026), Corey Jensen (2025), Cory Paix (2025), Deine Mariner (2027), Delouise Hoeter (2025), Ezra Mam (2029), Fletcher Baker (2025), Israel Leota (2025), Jack Gosiewski (2025), Jaiyden Hunt (2025) Jesse Arthars (2026), Jock Madden (2026), Jordan Riki (2027), Josh Rogers (2026), Kobe Hetherington (2025), Kotoni Staggs (2025), Martin Taupau (2025), Patrick Carrigan (2028), Payne Haas (2026), Reece Walsh (2029), Selwyn Cobbo (2025), Tyson Smoothy (2025), Xavier Willison (2027)
Development players: Bailey Trew (2025), VJ Semu (2025), Cameron Bukowski (2025), Hayze Perham (2025), Jett Bryce (2025)
2025 gains: Hayze Perham (Eels), Ben Hunt (Dragons)
2025 losses: Tristan Sailor (St Helens), Corey Oates (retired), Jordan Pereira (retired)
Coach: Michael Maguire (2027)
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RAIDERS
2025 squad: Albert Hopoate (2025), Ata Mariota (2026), Chevy Stewart (2026, MO 2027), Corey Horsburgh (2027), Corey Harawira-Naera (2025, PO 2026), Danny Levi (2025), Emre Guler (2025), Ethan Sanders (2027), Ethan Strange (2028), Hudson Young (2027), Jamal Fogarty (2025, CO 2026), Jordan Martin (2025), Joseph Tapine (2027, PO 2028), Josh Papali’i (MO 2025), Kaeo Weekes (2027), Matthew Timoko (2028), Matty Nicholson (2027), Michael Asomua (2026), Morgan Smithies (2026), Myles Martin (2027), Pasami Saulo (2026), Savelio Tamale (2026), Sebastian Kris (2027), Simi Sasagi (2025), Tom Starling (2025), Trey Mooney (2027), Vena Patuki-Case (2025), Xavier Savage (2027), Zac Hosking (2026)
Development players: Noah Martin (2025, NRL 2026), Jake Clydsdale (2025, NRL 2026), Owen Pattie (2025, NRL 2026), Joe Roddy (2025, NRL 2026), Peter Taateo (2025, CO 2026), Manaia Waitere (2025, NRL 2026)
2025 gains: Myles Martin (Newcastle Knights), Matty Nicholson (Warrington Wolves), Ethan Sanders (Parramatta Eels), Savelio Tamale (St George Illawarra Dragons).
2025 losses: Elliott Whitehead (Catalans Dragons), Nick Cotric (Catalans Dragons), Zac Woolford (Huddersfield Giants), Hohepa Puru (Sharks), James Schiller (Knights), Jordan Rapana (Hull FC), Adrian Trevilyan (Northern Pride), Peter Hola
Coach: Ricky Stuart (2029)
BULLDOGS
2025 squad: Bailey Hayward (2025), Blake Taaffe (2025), Blake Wilson (2025), Bronson Xerri (2027), Connor Tracey (2026), Daniel Suluka-Fifita (2025), Drew Hutchison (2025), Enari Tuala (2026), Harry Hayes (2025), Jack Todd (2025), Jacob Kiraz (2027), Jacob Preston (2027), Jaeman Salmon (2025), Jake Turpin (2025), Jordan Samrani (2025), Josh Curran (2026), Karl Oloapu (2026), Kurt Mann (2025), Kurtis Morrin (2025), Marcelo Montoya (2026), Matt Burton (2027), Max King (2027), Mitchell Woods (2027), Reed Mahoney (2026), Ryan Sutton (2025), Samuel Hughes (2026), Sitili Tupouniua (2028), Stephen Crichton (2027), Toby Sexton (2025), Viliame Kikau (2026), Zyon Maiu’u (2026)
Development players:
2025 gains: Tom Amone (Leigh Leopards), Sitili Tupouniua (Roosters), Marcelo Montoya (Warriors), Enari Tuala (Knights), Zyon Maiu’u (Warriors)
2025 losses: Jeral Skelton (Wests Tigers), Joash Papalii (Eels), Jordan Samrani (Eels), Josh Addo-Carr (terminated), Kitione Kautoga (released)
Coach: Cameron Ciraldo (2027)
SHARKS
2025 squad: Addin Fonua-Blake (2028), Billy Burns (2025), Blayke Brailey (2026), Braden Hamlin-Uele (2026), Braydon Trindall (2028), Briton Nikora (2027), Cameron McInnes (2026), Chris Vea’ila (2025), Daniel Atkinson (2025), Jayden Berrell (2025), Jesse Colquhoun (2026), Jesse Ramien (2026), Hohepa Puru (2026), Kade Dykes (2025), Mawene Hiroti (2025), Kayal Iro (2026), Liam Ison (2027), Michael Gabrael (2026), Nicho Hynes (2029), Niwhai Puru (2025), Oregon Kaufusi (MO 2025), Ronaldo Mulitalo (2025), Sam Stonestreet (2025), Sione Katoa (2026), Siosifa Talakai (2026), Teig Wilton (2027), Thomas Hazelton (CO 2025), Toby Rudolf (2026), Tukupa-Ke Hau Tapuha (2025), William Kennedy (2025)
Development players: Dylan Coutts (2025)
2025 gains: Addin Fonua-Blake (Warriors), Hohepa Puru (Raiders)
2025 losses: Jack Williams (Eels), Royce Hunt (Tigers)
2026 losses: Daniel Atkinson (Dragons)
Coach: Craig Fitzgibbon (2027)
DOLPHINS
2025 squad: Connelly Lemuelu (2026), Daniel Saifiti (2027), Felise Kaufusi (2025), Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow (2027), Harrison Graham (2025), Herbie Farnworth (2026), Isaiya Katoa (2028), Jack Bostock (2027), Jake Averillo (2026), Jamayne Isaako (2026), James Walsh (2025), Jeremy Marshall-King (2028), Josh Kerr (2025), Junior Tupou (2027), Kenneath Bromwich (2025), Kodi Nikorima (2026), Kulikefu Finefeuiaki (2027), Kurt Donoghoe (2025), Mark Nicholls (2025), Mason Teague (MO 2025), Max Plath (2027), Michael Waqa (2025), Oryn Keeley (2026), Ray Stone (2026), Sean O’Sullivan (2025), Thomas Flegler (2027) Tom Gilbert (2028), Trai Fuller (2026)
Development players: Aublix Tawha (2025), Elijah Rasmussen (2025, NRL 2027), Ryan Jackson (2025), Tevita Naufahu (2025), Lewis Symonds (2025)
2025 gains: Junior Tupou (Wests Tigers), Kulikefu Finefeuiaki (Cowboys), Daniel Saifiti (Knights), Max Feagai (Dragons)
2025 losses: Jesse Bromwich (retirement), Tevita Pangai Junior (Catalans), Euan Aitken (Souths), Lachlan Hubner (Souths), Edrick Lee (retired), Tesi Niu (Leigh Leopards)
Coach: Kristian Woolf (2026)
TITANS
2025 squad: AJ Brimson (2030), Alofi’ana Khan-Pereira (2026), Beau Fermor (2026), Ben Liyou (2025), Brian Kelly (2026), Carter Gordon (2026), Chris Randall (2027), David Fifita (2026), Harley Smith-Shields (2025), Iszac Fa’asuamaleaui (2025), Jacob Alick-Wiencke (2025), Jaimin Jollife (2026), Jayden Campbell (2026), Jaylan de Groot (2025), Jojo Fifita (2025), Josiah Pahulu (2025), Keano Kini (2026), Ken Maumalo (2025), Kieran Foran (2025), Klese Haas (2027), Moeaki Fotuaika (2027), Phillip Sami (2026), Reagan Campbell-Gillard (2027), Ryan Foran (2025), Ryder Williams, Sam Verrills (2026), Tino Fa’asuamaleaui (2026, PO until 2033), Tony Francis (2025)
Development players: Arama Hau (2025, CO 2026), Sam Stephenson (2025), Tukimihia Simpkins (2026), Zane Harrison (2025),
2025 gains: Reagan Campbell-Gillard (Eels), Carter Gordon (upgraded), Sam Stephenson (Development contract), Zane Harrison (Development contract, Tuki Simpkins (Development contract, from Norths Devils)
2025 losses: Erin Clark (Warriors), Seth Nikotemo (Trinity Wakefield), Tanah Boyd (Warriors), Keenan Palasia (Leeds Rhinos), Aaron Schoupp (Sea Eagles)
Coach: Des Hasler (2026)
SEA EAGLES
2025 squad: Aaron Schoupp (2025), Aitasi James (2025), Ben Trbojevic (2027), Clayton Faulalo (2025), Clayton Faulalo (2025), Daly Cherry-Evans (2025), Dean Matterson (2025), Ethan Bullemor (2025), Gordon Chan Kum Tong (2025), Haumole Olakau’atu (2031), Jakob Arthur (2025), Jake Simpkin (2026), Jake Trbojevic (2026), Jason Saab (2029), Jazz Tevaga (2025), Joey Walsh (2027), Josh Aloiai (2025), Lachlan Croker (2026), Luke Brooks (2027), Michael Chee Kam (2025), Nathan Brown (2026) Raymond Vaega (2025), Reuben Garrick (2026), Sio Siua Taukeiaho (2025), Taniela Paseka (2029), Tom Trbojevic (2026), Toafofoa Sipley (2025), Tolutau Koula (2026, PO 2027), Tommy Talau (2025)
Development players: Caleb Navale (2025), D’Jazirhae ‘Mia’ Pua’avase (2025), Lehi Hopoate (2025, NRL 2026), Simione Laiafi (2025), Zaidas Muagututia (2025)
2025 gains: Joey Walsh (rugby union), Jazz Tevaga (Warriors), Siua Taukei’aho (Catalans), Michael Chee Kam (Rabbitohs), Chris Patolo (train and trial)
2025 losses: Karl Lawton (Cowboys), Jamie Humphreys (Rabbitohs), Jaxson Paulo (Cowboys), Aaron Woods (retired), Brad Parker (retired), Ben Condon (Leigh Leopards), Bailey Hodgson (Leigh Leopards)
Coach: Anthony Seibold (2027)
STORM
2025 squad: Alec MacDonald (2028), Bronson Garlick (2025), Cameron Munster (2027), Christian Welch (2025, MO 2026), Eliesa Katoa (2027), Grant Anderson (2025), Harry Grant (2026), Jack Howarth (2027), Jahrome Hughes (2026), Joe Chan (2028), Jonah Pezet (2029), Josh King (2025), Moses Leo (2027), Lazarus Vaalepu (2025), Nelson Asofa-Solomona (2027, MO 2028) Nick Meaney (2026), Ryan Papenhuyzen (2026, MO 2027), Shawn Blore (2026), Sualauvi Fa’alogo (2028), Stefano Utoikamanu (2027), Trent Loiero (2028), Tui Kamikamica (2025), Tyran Wishart (2025, CO 2026), William Warbrick (2026), Xavier Coates (2026)
Development players:
2025 gains: Stefano Utoikamanu (Wests Tigers), Moses Leo (NZ rugby)
2025 losses: Reimis Smith (released), Young Tonumaipea (released), Aaron Pene (released)
Coach: Craig Bellamy (2025)
KNIGHTS
2025 squad: Adam Elliott (2025), Bradman Best (2027), Brodie Jones (2025), Cody Hopwood (2028), Dane Gagai (2026, MO 2027), Dylan Lucas (2027), Fletcher Sharpe (2026), Francis Manuleleua (2027), Greg Marzhew (2026), Jack Cogger (2026), Jack Hetherington (2025), Jackson Hastings (2025), Jacob Saifiti (2027), James Schiller (2027), Jayden Brailey (2025), Jermaine McEwen (2027), Kai Pearce-Paul (2025), Kalyn Ponga (2027), Leo Thompson (2025), Mathew Croker (2025), Matt Arthur (2025), Paul Bryan (2025), Phoenix Crossland (2026), Riley Jones (2025), Sebastian Su’a (2025), Taj Annan (2027), Thomas Cant (2026), Tyson Gamble (2026), Tyson Frizell (PO 2025, MO 2026), Will Pryce (2025)
Development players: Connor Votano (2025), Tyrone Thompson (2025)
2025 gains: Tyrone Thomspon (rugby union), Taj Annan (rugby union), Francis Manulelua, James Schiller (Raiders), Matt Arthur (Eels)
2025 losses: Myles Martin (Raiders), David Armstrong (Leigh), Daniel Saifiti (Dolphins), Tom Jenkins (released), Enari Tuala (Bulldogs)
Coach: Adam O’Brien (2027)
COWBOYS
2025 squad: Braidon Burns (2025) Coen Hess (2027), Griffin Neame (2026), Harrison Edwards (2025, CO 2026), Helium Luki (2029), Jake Clifford (2025), Jason Taumalolo (2027), Jaxson Paulo (2026), Jeremiah Nanai (2027), John Bateman (2026), Jordan McLean (2025), Kaiden Lahrs (2025), Kai O’Donnell (2026), Karl Lawton (2026), Murray Taulagi (2026), Reece Robson (2025), Reuben Cotter (2028), Robert Derby (2025), Sam McIntyre (2026), Scott Drinkwater (2027), Semi Valemei (2025, Thomas Duffy (2025), Thomas Mikaele (2026, CO 2027), Tom Dearden (2029), Tom Chester (2025), Viliami Vailea (2025), Zac Laybutt (2025)
Development players: Emarly Bitungane (2025), Wil Sullivan (2025), Mason Kira (2025), Zac Herdegen (2025)
2025 gains: Karl Lawton (Sea Eagles), Kai O’Donnell (Leigh Leopards – Super League), Jaxson Paulo (Sea Eagles), John Batema (Wests Tigers)
2025 losses: Kulikefu Finefeuiaki (Dolphins), Chad Townsend (Roosters), Kyle Feldt (St Helens), Jake Granville (TBC), Val Holmes (Dragons), D’Jazirhae Pua’avase (released)
2026 losses: Reece Robson
Coach: Todd Payten (2026)
EELS
2025 squad: Bailey Simonsson (2027), Brendan Hands (2026), Bryce Cartwright (2025), Dean Hawkins (2026), Dylan Brown (2025, PO until 2031), Haze Dunster (MO 2025), J’maine Hopgood (2027), Josh Addo-Carr (2025, CO 2026), Isaiah Iongi (2027), Jack Williams (2027), Joash Papalii (2026), Joey Lussick (2025), Joe Ofahengaue (2025), Jordan Samrani (2026), Junior Paulo (2026), Kelma Tuilagi (2026), Luca Moretti (2025), Matt Doorey (2025), Mitchell Moses (2026, PO 2029), Ryan Matterson (2025, PO 2026), Sam Tuivaiti (2025), Sean Russell (2026), Shaun Lane (2025, MO 2026), Toni Mataele (2025), Will Penisini (2025, PO 2026), Wiremu Greig (2025), Zac Lomax (2028)
Development players: Charlie Guymer (2025, NRL 2026), Kitione Kautoga (2025, NRL 2026), Richard Penisini (2025, NRL 2026), Saxon Pyke (2025)
2025 gains: Kitione Kautoga (Bulldogs), Jack Williams (Sharks), Zac Lomax (Dragons), Isaiah Iongi (Panthers), Joash Papalii (Bulldogs), Jordan Samrani (Bulldogs), Dean Hawkins (Rabbitohs)
2025 losses: Clint Gutherson (Dragons), Maika Sivo (Super League), Blaize Talagi (Panthers), Ethan Sanders (Raiders), Matt Arthur (Knights), Reagan Campbell-Gillard (release, Titans), Lorenzo Mulitao (Burleigh Bears), Daejarn Asi, Zac Cini, Maika Sivo, Ofahiki Ogden, Makahesi Makatoa, Morgan Harper (all unsigned)
Coach: Jason Ryles (2028)
PANTHERS
2025 squad: Asu Kepaoa (2025), Blaize Talagi (2027), Brad Schneider (2025), Brian To’o (2027), Casey McLean (2028), Daine Laurie (2025), Dylan Edwards (2028), Harrison Hassett (2025), Isaah Yeo (2027), Isaiah Papali’i (2027), Izack Tago (2028), Jack Cole (2026), Jesse McLean (2028), Liam Henry (2026), Liam Martin (2027), Lindsay Smith (2026), Luke Garner (2026), Luke Sommerton (2025), Luron Patea (2027), Mavrik Geyer (2025), Mitch Kenny (2027), Moses Leota (2027), Nathan Cleary (2027), Paul Alamoti (2027), Preston Riki (2025), Scott Sorensen (2026), Soni Luke (2025)
Development players: Billy Scott (2025, NRL 2027), Riley Price (2025), Trent Toelau (2025, NRL 2026)
2025 gains: Isaiah Papali’i (Tigers), Blaize Talagi (Eels)
2025 losses: Sunia Turuva (Tigers), Jarome Luai (Tigers), James Fisher-Harris (Warriors), Isaiah Iongi (Eels), Tyrone Peachey (retirement), Taylan May (released)
Coach: Ivan Cleary (2027)
DRAGONS
2025 squad: Blake Lawrie (2026), Christian Tuipulotu (2025), Clint Gutherson (2027), Corey Allan (2025), Damien Cook (2026), Dylan Egan (2025), Finau Latu (2025), Francis Molo (2026), Hame Sele (2026), Hamish Stewart (2026), Jack de Belin (2025), Jacob Liddle (2025, MO 2026), Jaydn Su’A (2026), Kyle Flanagan (2027), Lachlan Ilias (2026), Loko Pasifiki Tonga (2026), Luciano Leilua (2026), Mathew Feagai (2026), Max Feagai (2026), Michael Molo (2025), Mikaele Ravalawa (2026), Moses Suli (2027), Raymond Faitala-Mariner (2025), Ryan Couchman (2027), Sione Finau (2025), Toby Couchman (2025), Tom Eisenhuth (2025), Tyrell Sloan (2026), Valentine Holmes (2027), Viliami Fifita (2025), Nathan Lawson (2025)
Development players: Ben Murdoch-Masila (2025), Corey Ackers (2025), Jonah Glover (2025), Lyhkan King-Togia (2025), Nick Tsougranis (2025)
2025 gains: Damien Cook (Rabbitohs), Valentine Holmes (Cowboys), Clint Gutherson (Eels), Lachlan Ilias (Rabbitohs), Nathan Lawson (Rugby 7s)
2025 losses: Zac Lomax (Eels), Savelio Tamale (Raiders), Jack Bird (Wests Tigers), Max Feagai (Dolphins), Ben Hunt (released).
2026 gains: Daniel Atkinson (Sharks)
Coach: Shane Flanagan (2026)
RABBITOHS
2025 squad: Alex Johnston (2025), Ben Lovett (2025), Cameron Murray (2028), Campbell Graham (2027), Cody Walker (2025), Davvy Moale (2025), Euan Aitken (2027), Haizyn Mellars (2025), Isaiah Taas (2027), Jack Wighton (2027), Jacob Host (2025), Jai Arrow (2027), Jamie Humphreys (2026), Josh Schuster (2025), Jye Gray (2026), Keaon Koloamatangi (2026), Lachlan Hubner (2026), Latrell Mitchell (2027), Lewis Dodd (2027), Peter Mamouzelos (2027), Sean Keppie (2026), Shaquai Mitchell (2025), Siliva Havili (2025), Tallis Duncan (2027), Tevita Tatola (2028), Thomas Fletcher (2025), Tyrone Munro (2025)
Development players: Gerome Burns (2025), Liam Le Blanc (2025), Max McCarthy (2025)
2025 gains: Jamie Humphreys (Sea Eagles), Euan Aitken (Dolphins), Lewis Dodd (St Helens), Josh Schuster (Sea Eagles), Jayden Sullivan (Wests Tigers)
2025 losses: Thomas Burgess (Huddersfield), Damien Cook (Dragons), Dean Hawkins (Eels), Michael Chee Kam (Sea Eagles), Leon Te Hau (released), Lachlan Ilias (Dragons)
Coach: Wayne Bennett (2027)
ROOSTERS
2025 squad: Angus Crichton (2026), Billy Smith (2027), Blake Steep (2026), Brandon Smith (2025), Chad Townsend (2025), Connor Watson (2027), Daniel Tupou (2026), De La Salle Va’a (2027), Dominic Young (2027), Egan Butcher (2025), James Tedesco (2026), Junior Pauga (2027), Lindsay Collins (2026), Mark Nawaqanitawase (2026), Nat Butcher (2027), Naufau Whyte (2026), Robert Toia (2027), Sam Walker (2027), Sandon Smith (2026), Siua Wong (2026), Spencer Leniu (2027), Toby Rodwell (2028), Victor Radley (2027), Hugo Savala (2026), Jake Elliott (2026), Reece Foley (2026), Xavier Va’a (2025, NRL 2026)
Development players: Beniah Loelu (2026), Rex Bassingthwaite (2025, NRL 2027), Xavier Va’a (2026)
2025 gains: Mark Nawaqanitawase (rugby union), Chad Townsend (Cowboys)
2025 losses: Joseph Suaali’i (rugby union), Jared Waerea-Hargreaves (Hull KR), Joseph Manu (rugby union), Luke Keary (Catalans), Sitili Tupouniua (Bulldogs), Terrell May (Wests Tigers).
Coach: Trent Robinson (2028)
WARRIORS
2025 squad: Adam Pompey (2025), Ali Leiataua (2027), Bunty Afoa (2025), Chanel Harris-Tavita (2026), Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad (2027), Dallin Watene-Zelezniak (2025), Demitric Sifakula (2028), Dylan Walker (2025), Edward Kosi (2025), Erin Clark (2027), Freddy Lussick (2026), Jackson Ford (2027), Jacob Laban (2026), James Fisher-Harris (2028), Kurt Capewell (2026), Luke Metcalf (2026), Marata Niukore (2026), Mitchell Barnett (2027), Rocco Berry (2026), Roger Tuivasa-Sheck (2026), Sam Healey (2027), Selumiela Halasima (2027), Taine Tuaupiki (2026), Tanah Boyd (2026), Te Maire Martin (2025), Tohu Harris (2025), Tom Ale (2025), Wayde Egan (2027)
Development players: Eddie Ieremia-Toeava (2025, NRL 2026), Luke Hanson (2025), Kayliss Fatialaosa (2025), Jett Cleary (2027), Patrick Moimoi (2025), Tanner Stowers-Smith (2025), Kalani Going (2025), Sio Kali (2025)
2025 gains: James Fisher-Harris (Panthers), Jett Cleary (Panthers), Motu Pasikala (uppgraded), Erin Clark (Titans), Sam Healey (Sharks), Tanah Boyd (Titans)
2025 losses: JazAddin Fonua-Blake (Sharks), Jazz Tevaga (Sea Eagles), Marcelo Montoya (Bulldogs), Shaun Johnson (retired), Zyon Maiu’u (Bulldogs)
Coach: Andrew Webster (2026)
TIGERS
2025 squad: Adam Doueihi (2025), Alex Twal (2027), Alex Seyfarth (2025), Apisai Koroisau (2026), Brandon Tumeth (PO 2025), Brent Naden (2025), Charlie Staines (2025), David Klemmer (2025, MO 2026), Fonua Pole (2027), Jack Bird (2026), Jahream Bula (2026, MO 2027), Jarome Luai (2029), Jeral Skelton (2026), Jordan Miller (2026), Josh Feledy (2025), Justin Matamua (2025), Justin Olam (2026), Kit Laulilii (2025), Lachlan Galvin (2026), Latu Fainu (2027), Luke Laulilii (2026), Royce Hunt (2027), Samuela Fainu (2027), Solomone Saukuru (2026), Starford To’a (2026), Sunia Turuva (2027), Tallyn Da Silva (2026), Terrell May (2027), Tony Sukkar (2025, CO 2026)
Development players: Alex Lobb (2025), Chris Fa’agutu (2025), Heamasi Makasini (2025, NRL 2026), Lachlan Broederlow (2026), Solomona Faataape (2025), Reuben Porter (2025), Heath Mason (2025), Will Craig (2025)
2025 gains: Jarome Luai (Panthers), Sunia Turuva (Panthers), Jeral Skelton (Bulldogs), Royce Hunt (Sharks), Jack Bird (Dragons), Terrell May (Roosters)
2025 losses: Junior Tupou (Dolphins), Isaiah Papali’i (Panthers), Stefano Utoikamanu (Storm), Aidan Sezer, Solomon Alaimalo (rugby union), John Bateman (Cowboys), Jayden Sullivan (Rabbitohs)
Coach: Benji Marshall (2027)
