Another Sea Eagles star to swap Manly for the Roosters
After Daly Cherry-Evans confirmed his move to the Sydney Roosters, another high-profile Manly ace is following suit.
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Richardson’s white knight dream at Tigers appears over
Shane Richardson had arrived at Wests Tigers as the man capable of rescuing the club but it's now hard to see him co-existing with the joint-venture's owners.
Perth land a halfback and centre as first two signings
Former Canterbury halfback Toby Sexton and Englishman Harry Newman have officially become the Perth Bears' first two NRL signings for their 2027 entry.
Brain fart: Ousted Tigers chair hits back at owners
The NRL are monitoring the Wests Tigers' situation, after chairman Barry O'Farrell was one of four independent directors removed by the club's owners.
Bears land two more NRL expats after English gap year
Perth have signed forwards Luke Smith and Emarly Bitungane for their maiden NRL season, after the pair debuted in Australia in 2025 before moving to England.
Rally called as fans demand NRL intervention on Tigers
Beau Ryan and Aaron Woods have joined calls for the NRL to step in and intervene at Wests Tigers, with a rally launched to demand the club's owners resign.
Golf the only sport on former Storm star’s horizon
Ryan Papenhuyzen says the only sport he's contemplating playing next year is golf, with the former Melbourne star satisfied with his decision to quit the NRL.
I can’t be DCE: Fogarty ready to be own man at Manly
New Manly No.7 Jamal Fogarty says he is unfazed by the fact he'll constantly be compared to Daly Cherry-Evans, conceding he is not as talented as the old half.
Tigers confident Bula will stay on long-term extension
Wests Tigers CEO Shane Richardson is confident Jahream Bula will sign a multi-year deal at the NRL club, with talks moving beyond a one-year option for 2026.
‘Can’t keep everyone’: Sharks battle to retain squad
Cronulla have 17 players coming into the final year of their contract and coach Craig Fitzgibbon concedes it will be tough to keep them all in the Shire.
It’s chip and run for Reynolds towards bright future
Broncos captain Adam Reynolds will return to training on December 12 but his plans for 2027 will depend on an assessment of body and mind early next year.
Captaincy call: Turbo knows brother would like his job
Tom Trbojevic says it is not awkward for him to be appointed Manly captain ahead of his big brother Jake, but could understand if his sibling was disappointed.
Staggs’ loyalty clear ahead of World Cup call
Brisbane star Kotoni Staggs' commitment to Australia at next year's Rugby League World Cup is reliant on one thing.
Strike centre given new Roosters deal after superb 2025
The Sydney Roosters have re-signed one of the NRL's best young talents until the end of 2029, making him a key figure in the evolution of their backline.
Fresh start: what Titans coach said to playmaker Ilias
Lachlan Ilias has seen the highs and lows of the NRL but, after a chat with his new coach, the playmaker is bullish about reaching his potential at the Titans.
R360 threat over with NRL ready to welcome back stars
Zac Lomax and Ryan Papenhuyzen will be able to return to the NRL if they wish, after rebel rugby competition R360's launch was abandoned until at least 2028.
R360’s demise could make for one big winner in NRL
Brisbane will be relieved by the news of R360's abandoned launch given their battle to keep Payne Haas and would not be alone in welcoming the collapse.
Injured Storm star still hopeful of return to NRL
He has been ruled out of the 2026 season, but Storm star Eli Katoa says he's in a "good place" and hopeful of returning to the NRL after his brain surgery.
Cowboys lose two for start of NRL season
North Queensland will be without two important forward to begin the NRL season following injuries in the Pacific Championships.
Concussion forces Manly’s Croker into early retirement
Manly hooker Lachlan Croker has been forced into retirement by concussion, with the 28-year-old set to begin a coaching career at the club.
League great blames injuries for failure to comply
NRL and Queensland great Trevor Gillmeister has avoided a conviction after a sporting injury allegedly impeded him when told to "get on the ground" by police.
Storm star ruled out of 2026 season following surgery
Melbourne's Eliesa Katoa won't play in 2026, with the Storm announcing the Tongan star has been ruled out after brain surgery following multiple head knocks.
Storm’s Katoa ‘struggling to process’ brain injury
Melbourne chief executive Justin Rodski has addressed Eli Katoa's uncertain NRL future.
After ‘hell of a year’, Bronco has a case of the Blues
Kotoni Staggs wants to parlay his terrific 2025 NRL and Test form into a State of Origin return for NSW next season.
Japan still open for R360 converts despite rule change
It will soon be harder for NRL players and other overseas talent to join Japanese Rugby, but the changes won't come in until after R360's planned launch date.
‘Love to stay’: Isaako wants new Dolphins deal done
Dolphins winger Jamayne Isaako wants the club to table a contract extension as he looks forward to linking with former Brisbane star Selwyn Cobbo in 2026.
Storm lock down NRL superstar after torrid off-season
Melbourne have extended the contract of skipper Harry Grant until the end of the 2028 NRL season after losing four key players in the off-season.
DCE explains why and when he decided to join Roosters
NRL veteran Daly Cherry-Evans has made his first formal appearance in Sydney Roosters colours, shedding further details about his bombshell move from Manly.
Raiders’ new signing in battle to earn hooker spot
New Canberra signing Jayden Brailey expects competition with two of the NRL's hottest hookers for the Raiders' No.9 jersey will take his game to new heights.
Titans beat Perth to re-sign Fermor until 2029
New Gold Coast coach Josh Hannay has made his first key re-signing with Queensland forward Beau Fermor inking a three-year extension.
Campbell to remain a Titan in latest blow to Bears
Jayden Campbell has knocked back a $6 million deal to join Perth for their first five NRL seasons, instead telling the Titans he will remain on the Gold Coast.