Penrith will once again be the hunted club in 2025 after the Panthers eased to their fourth straight premiership in 2025.
Ivan Cleary's side have their work cut out to remain as the pinnacle of the competition though following a host of big-name exits.
The Melbourne Storm were their closet rivals in the previous campaign and have a settled squad, along with the addition of a barnstorming new recruit to call upon in their forward pack.
Elsewhere, the Sydney Roosters have experienced a massive upheaval while the likes of South Sydney and Parramatta have welcomed new coaches on board.
The Wests Tigers have executed a major recruitment drive to try and climb off the bottom of the ladder and St George Illawarra have placed their faith in veterans to lift them into finals footy.
The Sporting News has every club's full squad and news below.
2025 PREDICTED TEAM LISTS : Broncos | Raiders | Bulldogs | Dolphins | Sharks | Titans | Sea Eagles | Storm | Knights | Cowboys | Eels | Panthers | Rabbitohs | Dragons | Roosters | Warriors | Tigers
BRISBANE BRONCOS
- Jesse Arthars
- Fletcher Baker
- Coby Black
- Patrick Carrigan
- Selwyn Cobbo
- Jack Gosiewski
- Payne Haas
- Kobe Hetherington
- Delouise Hoeter
- Ben Hunt
- Jaiyden Hunt
- Corey Jensen
- Israel Leota
- Jock Madden
- Ezra Mam
- Deine Mariner
- Blake Mozer
- Cory Paix
- Brendan Piakura
- Adam Reynolds
- Jordan Riki
- Tyson Smoothy
- Kotoni Staggs
- Martin Taupau
- Ben Te Kura
- Reece Walsh
- Billy Walters
- Xavier Willison
Development list: Jett Bryce, Cameron Bukowski, Hayze Perham, Va'a Semu, Bailey Trew
Train and trial: Gehamat Shibasaki, Luke Gayle, Latrell Siegwalt, Callum Eggerling, Ronald Philitoga, Glen Vaihu, Tristan Powell, Ewan Moore, Lachlan West, Matt Koellener
Broncos squad and contract news:
Reece Walsh has signed a new deal to join Payne Haas, Patrick Carrigan and Ezra Mam in committing to the club long-term.
Tristan Sailor has moved to St Helens, while Corey Oates and Jordan Pereira have both retired.
Ben Hunt is the headline signing following his release from St George Illawarra, although his return home may result in some casualties with Jock Madden reportedly set to leave.
Israel Leota has been promoted from the development list into the top 30 squad along with Coby Black. At the opposite end of the spectrum, veteran Martin Taupau has inked a one-year extension.
Xavier Willison has signed an extension to keep him at Red Hill until at least the end of the 2027 season.
Selwyn Cobbo and Kotoni Staggs have entered into the final year of their contracts and are free to negotiate with rival clubs, although the Broncos are still trying to keep hold of the star duo.
CANBERRA RAIDERS
- Michael Asomua
- Jamal Fogarty
- Emre Guler
- Corey Harawira-Naera
- Albert Hopoate
- Corey Horsburgh
- Zac Hosking
- Sebastian Kris
- Danny Levi
- Ata Mariota
- Myles Martin
- Trey Mooney
- Matty Nicholson
- Josh Papali'i
- Vena Patuki-Case
- Ethan Sanders
- Simi Sasagi
- Pasami Saulo
- Xavier Savage
- Morgan Smithies
- Tom Starling
- Chevy Stewart
- Ethan Strange
- Savelio Tamale
- Joe Tapine
- Matt Timoko
- Kaeo Weekes
- Hudson Young
Development list: Jake Clydsdale, Noah Martin, Owen Pattie, Joe Roddy, Peter Taateo, Manaia Waitere
Train and trial: Izaac Thompson, Regan Carr, Caleb Garvie, Shaun Packer, Jaxon Lavender, Jensen Taumoepeau, Jayze Tuigamala
Raiders squad and contract news:
Jordan Rapana, Nick Cotric and Elliott Whitehead have left the nation's capital taking a vast amount of experience with them. Zac Woolford and James Schiller have also departed.
Canberra have been busy in the market though, signing Matty Nicholson, Ethan Sanders and Savelio Tamale.
Josh Papali'i has a mutual option in his contract along with Hohepa Puru, although the latter has opted to move elsewhere.
Michael Asomua and Vena Patuki-Case have been promoted into the top 30 squad from the development list, while Noah Martin, Jake Clydsdale, Owen Pattie, Joe Roddy and Manaia Waitere will all walk the same path in 2026.
Corey Horsburgh appeared destined for an exit last season after a disappointing campaign but has pledged his commitment to the club.
Kaeo Weekes signed an extension following an impressive first season, while Ethan Strange, Matt Timoko, Hudson Young and Joe Tapine are all secured for the foreseeable future.
Xavier Savage has also secured his long-term future with the exciting winger inking an extension.
Corey Harawira-Naera is expected to transition into a coaching role after suffering a seizure on the field in 2023.
CANTERBURY BULLDOGS
- Tom Amone
- Matt Burton
- Stephen Crichton
- Josh Curran
- Bailey Hayward
- Sam Hughes
- Drew Hutchison
- Viliame Kikau
- Max King
- Jacob Kiraz
- Reed Mahoney
- Kurt Mann
- Marcelo Montoya
- Kurtis Morrin
- Karl Oloapu
- Jacob Preston
- Jaeman Salmon
- Toby Sexton
- Daniel Suluka-Fifita
- Ryan Sutton
- Blake Taaffe
- Connor Tracey
- Enari Tuala
- Sitili Tupouniua
- Jake Turpin
- Mitchell Woods
- Bronson Xerri
Development list: TBC
Train and trial: Jack Underhill, Luke Smith, Reuben Moyle, Cassius Tia, Danny Gabreal, AJ Jones
Bulldogs squad and contract news:
Cameron Ciraldo has boosted his forward pack with the signings of Tom Amone and Sitili Tupouniua, while Marcelo Montoya and Enari Tuala have arrived at Belmore to provide depth in the backline.
Josh Addo-Carr has been axed from the final year of his contract after becoming embroiled in a drug scandal.
Jeral Skelton has moved to the Tigers, while Joash Papalii and Jordan Samrani have moved to the Eels.
Bailey Hayward has been promoted into the top 30 off the back of an impressive season.
Mitch Woods will join the NRL squad with the highly rated playmaker joined by Karl Oloapu, who missed the entirety of last season due to injury.
Bronson Xerri has inked a new deal after making a stellar return to the game in 2024. Toby Sexton remains on the lookout for a new deal.
Kitione Kautoga has been granted a release in order to link up with the Eels.
CRONULLA SHARKS
- Daniel Atkinson
- Jayden Berrell
- Blayke Brailey
- Billy Burns
- Jesse Colquhoun
- Kade Dykes
- Addin Fonua-Blake
- Michael Gabrael
- Braden Hamlin-Uele
- Tukupa-Ke Hau Tapuha
- Tom Hazelton
- Mawene Hiroti
- Nicho Hynes
- Kayal Iro
- Liam Ison
- Sione Katoa
- Oregon Kaufusi
- William Kennedy
- Cameron McInnes
- Ronaldo Mulitalo
- Briton Nikora
- Hohepa Puru
- Niwhai Puru
- Jesse Ramien
- Toby Rudolf
- Samuel Stonestreet
- Siosifa Talakai
- Braydon Trindall
- Teig Wilton
Development list: Dylan Coutts
Train and trial: Kyle Pickering, Kristian Dixon, Blake Hosking, Brad Fearnley, Lachlan Crouch, Riley Pollard, Taj Ford, Sam McCulloch, Alex Challenor
Sharks squad and contract news:
Addin Fonua-Blake is the headline signing for the Sharks with the prop joining from New Zealand Warriors on a lucrative deal.
The club fended off interest from potential suitors to lock down Braydon Trindall, Briton Nikora and Teig Wilton on new contracts.
Although there are concerns around Ronaldo Mulitalo with the star winger remaining unsigned beyond 2025.
Cameron McInnes has agreed to a new contract to remain in the Shire, along with Oregon Kaufusiand Tukupa-Ke Hau Tapuha.
Liam Ison has been locked in until 2027 in a major show of faith to the prospect.
Hohepa Puru has joined the club from Canberra, while Tom Hazelton had an option in his deal and will stick with the Sharks.
Jack Williams and Royce Hunt have left to join rival outfits, while Dale Finucane was forced into premature retirement in 2024 which has caused a hit to their forward depth.
DOLPHINS
- Jake Averillo
- Jack Bostock
- Kenny Bromwich
- Kurt Donoghoe
- Herbie Farnworth
- Max Feagai
- Kulikefu Finefeuiaki
- Tom Flegler
- Trai Fuller
- Tom Gilbert
- Harrison Graham
- Jamayne Isaako
- Ryan Jackson
- Robert Jennings
- Isaiya Katoa
- Felise Kaufusi
- Oryn Keeley
- Josh Kerr
- Connelly Lemuelu
- Jeremy Marshall-King
- Mark Nicholls
- Kodi Nikorima
- Sean O'Sullivan
- Max Plath
- Daniel Saifiti
- Ray Stone
- Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow
- Mason Teague
- Junior Tupou
- Michael Waqa
Development list: Ryan Jackson, Tevita Naufahu, Elijah Rasmussen, Lewis Symonds, Aublix Tawha
Train and trial: Josh Allen, Will Patridge, Ethan Quai-Ward, Ben Stevanovic, Peter Hola, Cooper Marshall, Larson Dale-Doyle, Tane Kiriona
Dolphins squad and contract news:
There has been plenty of turnover in the playing roster as Kristian Woolf prepares to take over from Wayne Bennett.
The Dolphins have been active in the market signing Daniel Saifiti and Kulikefu Finefeuiaki to boost their forward pack and Junior Tupou and Max Feagai to provide competition in their backline.
Anthony Milford is mulling over a contract extension while the likes of Euan Aitken, Edrick Lee, Tevita Pangai Junior and Lachlan Hubner have moved on.
Jesse Bromwich and Jarrod Wallace retired at the end of last season, while Jeremiah Simbiken has moved to the Super League.
Connelly Lemuelu has inked a new deal to remain in Redcliffe, while Kurt Donoghoe has also agreed to fresh terms.
GOLD COAST TITANS
- AJ Brimson
- Jayden Campbell
- Reagan Campbell-Gillard
- Jaylan De Groot
- Iszac Fa'asuamaleaui
- Tino Fa'asuamaleaui
- Beau Fermor
- David Fifita
- Jojo Fifita
- Kieran Foran
- Ryan Foran
- Mo Fotuaika
- Tony Francis
- Carter Gordon
- Klese Haas
- Jaimin Jolliffe
- Brian Kelly
- Alofiana Khan-Pereira
- Keano Kini
- Ben Liyou
- Ken Maumalo
- Josiah Pahulu
- Chris Randall
- Phillip Sami
- Harley Smith-Shields
- Sam Verrills
- Ryder Williams
Development list: Zane Harrison, Arama Hau, Tukimihia Simpkins, Sam Stephenson
Train and trial: Cooper Bai, Brock Gray, Sean Mullany, Josh Patston, Luke Burton, Jayden Wright, Kieran Hayman, Ethan Clark-Wood
Titans squad and contract news:
Reagan Campbell-Gillard is the big-name signing for Des Hasler with the former NSW and Australia prop making the move from Parramatta.
Chris Randall and Klese Haas have been handed extensions after impressing in 2024.
Tanah Boyd has been granted an early release to link up with the New Zealand Warriors, while the Titans have taken a hit to their pack depth with Erin Clark and Keenan Palasia departing.
Jacob Alick-Wiencke has inked a one-year extension after previously coming off-contract.
Jojo Fifita has just one year remaining on his deal and the club will be keen to tie down the winger to a new contract, although Josiah Pahulu's future at the Titans is uncertain following a release request.
MANLY SEA EAGLES
- Josh Aloiai
- Jake Arthur
- Luke Brooks
- Nathan Brown
- Ethan Bullemor
- Gordon Chan Kum Tong
- Michael Chee Kam
- Daly Cherry-Evans
- Lachlan Croker
- Clayton Faulalo
- Reuben Garrick
- Lehi Hopoate
- Aitasi James
- Tolutau Koula
- Dean Matterson
- Haumole Olakau'atu
- Taniela Paseka
- Jason Saab
- Aaron Schoupp
- Jake Simpkin
- Toafofoa Sipley
- Tommy Talau
- Siua Taukei'aho
- Jazz Tevaga
- Ben Trbojevic
- Jake Trbojevic
- Tom Trbojevic
- Joey Walsh
Development list: Simione Laiafi, Zaidas Muagututia, Caleb Navale, D’Jazirhae Pua'avase
Train and trial: Zane Dunford, Navren Willett, Chris Patolo, Onitoni Large, Jacob Sykes, Tyler Melrose, Kylan Mafoa, Hugo Hart, Devante Mihinui, Max Haley, Broden Konz
Sea Eagles squad and contract news:
Manly have a settled squad heading into 2025 with very little major movement either way.
Jazz Tevaga has made the move Down Under, while Joey Walsh will make the switch from rugby union.
Karl Lawton featured heavily for the Sea Eagles in 2024 so will be a big loss, while Jamie Humphreys has also departed.
Brad Parker and Aaron Woods have retired from the game with the former turning his back on the remaining year of his deal.
Matt Lodge and Corey Waddell are out of contract and are available to be picked up by rival clubs, with the Sea Eagles instead signing Siua Taukei'aho on a short-term deal.
Manly made a host of re-signings during the year to lock down the likes of Haumole Olakau'atu, Taniela Paseka and Jason Saab.
Daly Cherry-Evans has entered into the final year of his contract and all eyes will be on whether the veteran halfback signs a new deal.
Lehi Hopoate has been promoted from the development list after a stellar rookie campaign.
MELBOURNE STORM
- Grant Anderson
- Nelson Asofa-Solomona
- Shawn Blore
- Joe Chan
- Xavier Coates
- Sua Fa'alogo
- Bronson Garlick
- Harry Grant
- Jack Howarth
- Jarome Hughes
- Tui Kamikamica
- Eliesa Katoa
- Josh King
- Moses Leo
- Trent Loiero
- Alec MacDonald
- Nick Meaney
- Cameron Munster
- Ryan Papenhuyzen
- Jonah Pezet
- Lazarus Vaalepu
- Will Warbrick
- Christian Welch
- Tyran Wishart
Development list: TBC
Train and trial: Coby Williamson, Mitch Jennings, Josh Billing, Cooper-Page Wilson, Vaka Sikahele, Setu Tu, Nathaniel Roache, Morgan Harper, Ben Talty
Storm squad and contract news:
Stefano Utoikamanu is the headline name coming through the door after he opted to leave the Tigers to join the powerhouse Victorian outfit.
Moses Leo will make the switch from rugby union after inking a two-year deal at the club.
Ryan Papenhuyzen entered the final year of his contract although has quickly inked an extension to put to bed any rumours around a potential exit.
Harry Grant opted to pick up an option in his contract which will keep him in Melbourne until at least the end of the 2026 campaign.
Jonah Pezet and Tyran Wishart have drawn the attention of rival clubs with the Storm, yet Pezet has opted to shun interest from elsewhere to sign a new long-term deal.
Trent Loiero has been rewarded for a stellar campaign in 2024 with a new long-term deal.
Chris Lewis, Aaron Pene and Young Tonumaipea have gone unsigned.
NEWCASTLE KNIGHTS
- Taj Annan
- Matt Arthur
- Bradman Best
- Jayden Brailey
- Paul Bryan
- Thomas Cant
- Jack Cogger
- Mathew Croker
- Phoenix Crossland
- Adam Elliott
- Dane Gagai
- Tyson Gamble
- Jackson Hastings
- Jack Hetherington
- Cody Hopwood
- Brodie Jones
- Riley Jones
- Dylan Lucas
- Francis Manuleleua
- Greg Marzhew
- Jermaine McEwen
- Kai Pearce-Paul
- Kalyn Ponga
- Will Pryce
- Jacob Saifiti
- James Schiller
- Fletcher Sharpe
- Sebastian Su’a
- Leo Thompson
Development list: Tyrone Thompson, Connor Votano
Train and trial: Connor Votano, Kyle McCarthy, Cody Hopwood, Elijah Salesa-Leaumoana, Jack Hillier, Haami Herbert-Lozza, Bailey Carmichael, Liam Sutton, Brock Greacen
Knights squad and contract news:
Daniel Saifiti has left the club after a lengthy stay in the Hunter in order to join the Dolphins, while David Armstrong and Tom Jenkins have moved to the Super League.
Newcastle have been shopping in the rugby union market ahead of the new season with a trio of signings made from the 15-man code; Taj Annan, Francis Manuleleua and Tyrone Thompson.
James Schiller has signed from Canberra, while the likes of Jermaine McEwen and Matt Arthur are also new faces in the top squad.
Tyson Frizell has an option in his deal to play in 2025 and will remain at the Knights.
A host of big-name players are due to come off-contract and could depart, with Jayden Brailey, Adam Elliott, Jackson Hastings and Kai Pearce-Paul hitting the open market.
The Knights are desperate to secure Leo Thompson with the Kiwi international drawing plenty of interest. Although the prop has since informed the club he is set to move elsewhere.
Bradman Best, Dane Gagai and Dylan Lucas have inked fresh terms to continue their stays at the club.
NEW ZEALAND WARRIORS
- Bunty Afoa
- Tom Ale
- Mitchell Barnett
- Rocco Berry
- Tanah Boyd
- Kurt Capewell
- Erin Clark
- Wayde Egan
- James Fisher-Harris
- Jackson Ford
- Tohu Harris
- Chanel Harris-Tavita
- Sam Healey
- Edward Kosi
- Jacob Laban
- Ali Leiataua
- Freddy Lussick
- Te Maire Martin
- Zyon Maiu'u
- Luke Metcalf
- Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad
- Marata Niukore
- Motu Pasikala
- Adam Pompey
- Demitric Sifakula
- Taine Tuaupiki
- Roger Tuivasa-Sheck
- Dylan Walker
- Dallin Watene-Zelezniak
Development list: Jett Cleary, Kalani Going, Selumiela Halasima, Tanner Stowers-Smith
Train and trial: Moala Graham-Taufa, Daeon Amituanai, Kahu Capper, Jaydee Auloa, Makaia Tafua, Rodney Vea, Augustino Filipo, Etuate Fukofuka, Jason Salalilo, Eddie Ieremia-Toeava, Motu Pasikala, Brandon Norris
Warriors squad and contract news:
Addin Fonua-Blake and Shaun Johnson have departed to leave massive holes in the side, however the Warriors will be boosted by the arrival of James Fisher-Harris.
The multiple premiership-winner is joined by Erin Clark and Tanah Boyd.
Marcelo Montoya and Jazz Tevaga have departed with the duo potentially joined by Bunty Afoa, who is being linked with a move away.
Dallin Watene-Zelezniak, Mitch Barnett and Jackson Ford have signed extensions, along with Luke Metcalf and Taine Tuaupiki.
There are a number of players who are entering into the last year of their deals though with Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad and Te Maire Martin needing to be attended to.
NORTH QUEENSLAND COWBOYS
- John Bateman
- Braidon Burns
- Tom Chester
- Jake Clifford
- Reuben Cotter
- Tom Dearden
- Robert Derby
- Scott Drinkwater
- Tom Duffy
- Harrison Edwards
- Coen Hess
- Kaiden Lahrs
- Karl Lawton
- Zac Laybutt
- Heilum Luki
- Sam McIntyre
- Thomas Mikaele
- Jeremiah Nanai
- Griffin Neame
- Kai O'Donnell
- Jaxson Paulo
- Jaxon Purdue
- Reece Robson
- Jamal Shibasaki
- Murray Taulagi
- Jason Taumalolo
- Viliami Vailea
- Semi Valemei
Development list: Zac Herdegen, Mason Kira
Train and trial: Xavier Kerrisk, Mutua Brown, Mason Barber, Henry Teutau, Jeremiah Mata’utia, Matt Watts, Kai Simon, Morea Morea, Assiriah Lenoy, Adrian Treviliyan, Jarrett Subloo, Esom Ioka, Campbell Duffy, Ricco Falaniko, John Radel, Temple Kalepo
Cowboys squad and contract news:
North Queensland have lost a major chunk of experience in their backline with Kyle Feldt and Valentine Holmes departing, while Chad Townsend has joined the Sydney Roosters.
Kulikefu Finefeuikai will also be a big loss for the Cowboys with the young backrower moving to the Dolphins.
Karl Lawton will bolster the side after inking a deal from Manly, while Kai O'Donnell has returned from the Super League. Jaxson Paulo has also joined after being granted a release by Manly.
Jaxon Purdue, Kaiden Lahrs and Jamal Shibasaki have been promoted from the development list into the top 30.
Reuben Cotter signed a long-term deal to remain in Townsville, however the club wasn't able to tie down Reece Robson with the hooker agreeing to join the Roosters in 2026.
The Cowboys have secured the services of John Bateman after the English international was released by the Tigers.
PARRAMATTA EELS
- Josh Addo-Carr
- Dylan Brown
- Bryce Cartwright
- Matt Doorey
- Wiremu Greig
- Clint Gutherson
- Brendan Hands
- Dean Hawkins
- J'maine Hopgood
- Isaiah Iongi
- Kitione Kautoga
- Shaun Lane
- Zac Lomax
- Joey Lussick
- Toni Mataele
- Ryan Matterson
- Luca Moretti
- Mitchell Moses
- Joe Ofahengaue
- Joash Papalii
- Junior Paulo
- Will Penisini
- Sean Russell
- Jordan Samrani
- Bailey Simonsson
- Jake Tago
- Kelma Tuilagi
- Sam Tuivaiti
- Jack Williams
Development list: Charlie Guymer, Richard Penisini, Saxon Pryke
Train and trial: Ethyn Martin, Jordan Samrani, Ryley Smith, Apa Twidle, Dom Farrugia, Josh Lynn, Will Latu, Jezaiah Funa-Iuta, Brock Parker
Eels squad and contract news:
Jason Ryles faces a tricky maiden campaign as an NRL head coach after taking over from Brad Arthur.
Reagan Campbell-Gillard was granted an early release, while skipper Clint Gutherson joined the prop, along with Maika Sivo and Blaize Talagi, out of the door.
Zac Lomax is the big-name signing after a stellar previous season with the Dragons that saw him become a bonafide rep star.
Isaiah Iongi, who has joined from Penrith, is set to start at fullback following Gutho's move to the Red V.
Jack Williams has joined from Cronulla and will likely provide impact off the pine.
Josh Addo-Carr has signed after being sacked from the Dogs, while Joash Papalii and Jordan Samrani have also joined from the rivals.
Dean Hawkins will provide depth in the halves following Daejarn Asi's exit, with the utility one of a number of fringe first graders who have left the club.
J'maine Hopgood has inked an extension, although the futures of fellow backrowers Ryan Matterson, Bryce Cartwright and Shaun Lane are less clear.
Charlie Guymer and Richard Penisini will remain on the development list for 2025 before being promoted into the top 30 squad the following season.
PENRITH PANTHERS
- Paul Alamoti
- Nathan Cleary
- Jack Cole
- Dylan Edwards
- Luke Garner
- Mavrik Geyer
- Harrison Hassett
- Liam Henry
- Mitch Kenny
- Asu Kepaoa
- Daine Laurie
- Moses Leota
- Soni Luke
- Liam Martin
- Casey McLean
- Jesse McLean
- Isaiah Papali'i
- Luron Patea
- Riley Price
- Preston Riki
- Brad Schneider
- Lindsay Smith
- Luke Sommerton
- Scott Sorensen
- Izack Tago
- Blaize Talagi
- Brian To'o
- Isaah Yeo
Development list: Billy Scott, Trent Toelau
Train and trial: Austin Dias, David Fale, Jaxen Edgar
Panthers squad and contract news:
Sunia Turuva, Jarome Luai and James Fisher-Harris have left the reigning premiers.
Blaize Talagi and Isaiah Papali'i will join the men at the foot of the mountains, while Paul Alamoti, Izack Tago and Casey and Jesse McLean have signed extensions.
Luke Sommerton and Riley Price have been promoted into the top 30 squad from the development list.
Billy Scott and Trent Toelau will remain on the development list for 2025 before being elevated to the top squad the following year.
SOUTH SYDNEY RABBITOHS
- Euan Aitken
- Jai Arrow
- Lewis Dodd
- Tallis Duncan
- Thomas Fletcher
- Campbell Graham
- Jye Gray
- Siliva Havili
- Jacob Host
- Lachlan Hubner
- Jamie Humphreys
- Alex Johnston
- Sean Keppie
- Keaon Koloamatangi
- Ben Lovett
- Peter Mamouzelos
- Haizyn Mellars
- Latrell Mitchell
- Shaq Mitchell
- Davvy Moale
- Tyrone Munro
- Cameron Murray
- Josh Schuster
- Bud Sullivan
- Isaiah Tass
- Junior Tatola
- Cody Walker
- Jack Wighton
Development list: Gerome Burns, Liam Le Blanc, Max McCarthy, Fletcher Myers, Nazareth Taua
Train and trial: Salesi Ataata, Talanoa Penitani, Maddax Fui, Ryan Gray, Elijah Keung, Lennix Tovo, Ashton Ward, Luke Webley
Rabbitohs squad and contract news:
Wayne Bennett has made a number of signings as he prepares to begin his second period in charge of the Bunnies.
Euan Aitken and Lachlan Hubner have followed him down from the Dolphins, while Lewis Dodd has been signed on a lucrative deal from the Super League.
Josh Schuster has been handed an NRL lifeline after his exit from Manly last season, with Jamie Humphreys also joining him from the Sea Eagles.
Damien Cook and Tom Burgess have moved elsewhere while there was no room for halfbacks Lachlan Ilias and Dean Hawkins.
Isaiah Tass has been handed a long-term contract extension despite seeing limited opportunities last season, while Jye Gray also inked a new deal to remain at Redfern.
Cody Walker and Alex Johnston will be playing for new contracts in 2025 with the veteran duo joined on the off-contract list by Tallis Duncan, Davvy Moale and Tyrone Munro.
Bud Sullivan has joined the club for the 2025 campaign after being granted a release by the Tigers.
ST GEORGE ILLAWARRA DRAGONS
- Corey Allan
- Damien Cook
- Ryan Couchman
- Toby Couchman
- Dylan Egan
- Raymond Faitala-Mariner
- Mathew Feagai
- Viliami Fifita
- Sione Finau
- Kyle Flanagan
- Valentine Holmes
- Lachlan Ilias
- Blake Lawrie
- Luciano Leilua
- Jacob Liddle
- Francis Molo
- Michael Molo
- Mikaele Ravalawa
- Hame Sele
- Tyrell Sloan
- Hamish Stewart
- Jaydn Su'A
- Moses Suli
- Christian Tuipulotu
Development list: Corey Ackers
Train and trial: Hayden Buchanan, Jacob Halangahu, Kyan Hjaltason, Jett Liu, Kade Reed, Ben Rumble, Jarrah Treweek, Leeroy Weatherall
Dragons squad and contract news:
Ben Hunt's time at the Dragons came to an abrupt end after the 2024 campaign with the former skipper released from the final year of his deal.
The halfback has been followed out of the club by the likes of Zac Lomax, Jack Bird and Dan Russell.
Valentine Holmes and Damien Cook have been signed and will provide some much needed experience, while they have also secured Clint Gutherson.
Lachlan Ilias has been signed from South Sydney to replace Hunt at halfback.
Jack de Belin has entered into the final year of his contract but is reportedly eager to remain as a one-club player.
SYDNEY ROOSTERS
- Egan Butcher
- Nat Butcher
- Lindsay Collins
- Angus Crichton
- Spencer Leniu
- Mark Nawaqanitawase
- Junior Pauga
- Victor Radley
- Billy Smith
- Brandon Smith
- Sandon Smith
- James Tedesco
- Robert Toia
- Chad Townsend
- Daniel Tupou
- Xavier Va’a
- Sam Walker
- Connor Watson
- Naufahu Whyte
- Siua Wong
- Dominic Young
Development list: Jake Elliott, Benaiah Ioelu, Reece Foley, Hugo Savala
Train and trial: Taylor Losalu, Max McCathie, Toby Rodwell, Lachlan Dooner, Rex Bassingthwaite, Cohen Dittman, Mikey Nassar, Zac Sarfati, Tyreece Tait, Benaiah Ioelu, Jake Elliott, Hugo Savala, Reece Foley
Roosters squad and contract news:
Trent Robinson is gearing up for a transitional year in Bondi following the departures of Joey Manu, Joseph Suaalii, Luke Keary, Jared Waerea-Hargreaves and Sitili Tupouniua.
Michael Jennings and Dylan Napa have also left the club after announcing their retirements from the game.
In response to the mass exit, the Roosters have signed Chad Townsend on a one-year deal with all eyes on their remaining moves in the market.
Sam Walker has inked a two-year extension, while Connor Watson and Spencer Leniu also agreed to fresh terms.
Terrell May signed a new deal in April but has made a shock exit with the club informing him he was free to move elsewhere.
James Tedesco entered into the final year of his contract but has inked an extension for one additional season.
Brandon Smith won't be offered fresh terms though with the New Zealand international set to leave after the club signed Reece Robson from 2026.
WESTS TIGERS
- Jack Bird
- Jahream Bula
- Tallyn Da Silva
- Adam Doueihi
- Latu Fainu
- Samuela Fainu
- Josh Feledy
- Lachlan Galvin
- Royce Hunt
- David Klemmer
- Api Koroisau
- Kit Laulilii
- Luke Laulilii
- Jarome Luai
- Justin Matamua
- Terrell May
- Brent Naden
- Justin Olam
- Fonua Pole
- Solomone Saukuru
- Alex Seyfarth
- Jeral Skelton
- Charlie Staines
- Tony Sukkar
- Jayden Sullivan
- Starford To'a
- Brandon Tumeth
- Sunia Turuva
- Alex Twal
Development list: Will Craig, Solomona Faataape, Alex Lobb, Heamasi Makasini, Heath Mason, Reuben Porter
Train and trial: Heasmasi Makasini, Tim Johannssen, Jaxson Rahme, Tristan Hope, Lachlan Broederlow, Eiden Ackland, Marc Tannous
Tigers squad and contract news:
Jarome Luai, Sunia Turuva, Jack Bird, Jeral Skelton Terrell May and Royce Hunt have arrived at Concord as Benji Marshall sets up for this second full term in charge of the wooden spooners.
Stefano Utoikamanu and Isaiah Papali'i have left to weaken their forward pack, while John Bateman looks set to follow the duo out of the door.
Aidan Sezer featured for one season before returning to the Super League, while Junior Tupou has jumped ship to the Dolphins and Solomon Alaimalo has left to return to rugby union.
Jordan Miller's contract has been terminated after reported numerous breaches of his deal.
Adam Doueihi and Reuben Porter have inked one year extensions but are free to negotiate with rivals for 2026 and beyond.
Alex Seyfarth and Charlie Staines are also in the same boat as they enter into the final year of their respective contracts.
Fonua Pole has secured his future at the club with the forward inking an extension, while John Bateman and Bud Sullivan have been released, although the latter is still contracted for 2026 and 2027.
