Another season is in the books with Penrith romping to an incredible fourth consecutive premiership.
But while the NRL action may be done for the year out on the field, that doesn't mean that there won't still be plenty bubbling away behind the scenes at every club.
A host of big-name players are due to come off-contract in 2025, meaning they will be able to hit the open market on November 1.
Reece Walsh, Ryan Papenhuyzen and James Tedesco are just some of the stars who are currently without a deal for 2026.
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Brisbane Broncos off-contract list
Players off-contract:
Adam Reynolds, Blake Mozer, Corey Jensen, Cory Paix, Fletcher Baker, Israel Leota, Jack Gosiewski, Jaiyden Hunt, Kobe Hetherington, Kotoni Staggs, Reece Walsh, Selwyn Cobbo, Tyson Smoothy, Xavier Willison
Broncos contract news:
Reece Walsh is the headline name who is due to come off-contract at the end of the 2025 season, with the Broncos currently locked in negotiations to prevent the superstar fullback from hitting the open market.
Selwyn Cobbo is also a key priority with the centre to attract major interest from a host of rivals as he edges closer to the November 1 deadline.
Kotoni Staggs is reportedly keen to remain at Red Hill although the club will struggle to fit him under the cap along with Cobbo.
Tristan Sailor has been granted an early release from his deal in order to move to St Helens on a two-year deal.
Tyson Smoothy and Kobe Hetherington have reportedly been told they are free to look elsewhere following a disappointing 2024 campaign for the club.
Canberra Raiders off-contract list
Players off-contract:
Albert Hopoate, Corey Harawira-Naera (PO), Danny Levi, Emre Guler, Jamal Fogarty (CO), Simi Sasagi, Tom Starling, Xavier Savage, Vena Patuki-Case
Raiders contract news:
The Raiders have locked down a vast majority of their playing roster long-term but there are still some pieces to attend to with Xavier Savage needing to be upgraded.
Kaeo Weekes was rewarded for a stellar first season in the nation's capital with a two-year extension which will take him through until at least the end of the 2027 campaign.
Danny Levi has reportedly been informed he is free to pursue opportunities elsewhere.
Canterbury Bulldogs off-contract list
Players off-contract:
Bailey Hayward, Blake Taaffe, Bronson Xerri, Daniel Suluka-Fifita, Drew Hutchison, Jaeman Salmon, Jake Turpin, Jordan Samrani, Josh Addo-Carr, Kitione Kautoga, Kurt Mann, Kurtis Morrin, Ryan Sutton, Toby Sexton
Bulldogs contract news:
Josh Addo-Carr is the highest profile name due to come off-contract at Belmore in 2025 but is facing an uncertain future after he became embroiled in a drug scandal on the eve of finals.
Josh Curran has agreed to a new deal after making a great impact during his first season at the club following his switch from the Warriors.
Jaeman Salmon and Bailey Hayward have become mainstays in Cameron Ciraldo's side and will likely be retained.
Toby Sexton is sure to attract attention from various clubs seeking a halfback after the former Gold Coast young gun impressed in 2024.
Cronulla Sharks off-contract list
Players off-contract:
Braydon Trindall, Briton Nikora, Cameron McInnes, Daniel Atkinson, Kade Dykes, Ronaldo Mulitalo, Samuel Stonestreet, Teig Wilton, Tukupa-Ke Hau Tapuha, William Kennedy
Sharks contract news:
Cronulla have some major decisions to make in the coming months with some big-name players due to come off-contract in 2025.
Braydon Trindall now headlines the list after a stellar end to the season saw him put his name up in lights. Will the Sharks now be priced out of a move to retain the playmaker?
Ronaldo Mulitalo is also due to come off-contract along with fellow key players Briton Nikora, Teig Wilton and Cameron McInnes.
Will Kennedy will need to be reviewed with a host of young talent emerging on the scene in reserve grade to put pressure on the long-term fullback.
Breakout centre Kayal Iro signed a new deal during the 2024 season which will keep him in the Shire until 2026.
Royce Hunt will not be at the club next season though after the Sharks granted him an early release in order to sign for the Wests Tigers, while Jack Williams moved to the Eels.
Dolphins off-contract list
Players off-contract:
Connelly Lemuelu, Felise Kaufusi, Harrison Graham, Josh Kerr, Kenny Bromwich, Mark Nicholls, Sean O’Sullivan
Dolphins contract news:
Kristian Woolf will be looking to retain Connelly Lemuelu as he takes over from Wayne Bennett.
Decisions will also need to be made around veterans Felise Kaufusi and Kenny Bromwich.
Gold Coast Titans off-contract list
Players off-contract:
Ben Liyou, Harley Smith-Shields, Iszac Fa’asuamaleaui, Jojo Fifita, Josiah Pahulu, Ken Maumalo, Kieran Foran, Ryan Foran, Seth Nikotemo, Tanah Boyd, Tony Francis
Titans contract news:
Jojo Fifita has become a regular member of the side's backline under Des Hasler in 2024 and will likely be retained, as will emerging forward Josiah Pahulu.
Otherwise, the club have locked down their star talent with the likes of AJ Brimson, Jayden Campbell and David Fifita tied to the Gold Coast long-term.
Klese Haas and Chris Randall were recently tied down for the foreseeable with new deals.
Erin Clark has been granted an early release from his deal on compassionate grounds as he will head home to play for the Warriors in 2025.
Tanah Boyd has reportedly been told by the club he can look elsewhere after losing his position in the halves, while Keenan Palasia has already left to join Leeds in the Super League.
Manly Sea Eagles off-contract list
Players off-contract:
Aaron Schoupp, Ben Condon, Clayton Faulalo, Daly Cherry-Evans, Dean Matterson, Ethan Bullemor, Gordon Chan Kum Tong, Jake Arthur, Tof Sipley, Tommy Talau
Sea Eagles contract news:
How long will Daly Cherry-Evans want to play on for? This is the question the club will be asking with their skipper due to come off-contract in 2025.
Brad Parker has announced his retirement from the game despite still having one year remaining on his deal.
Melbourne Storm off-contract list
Players off-contract:
Bronson Garlick, Christian Welch (MO), Grant Anderson, Harry Grant (PO), Jonah Pezet, Josh King, Lazarus Vaalepu, Ryan Papenhuyzen, Trent Loiero, Tui Kamikamica, Tyran Wishart (PO)
Storm contract news:
Two massive names are due to come off-contract with Ryan Papenhuyzen at the top of the list.
Harry Grant has a player option in his contract and the Storm will be desperate for their skipper to re-commit to the club.
Trent Loiero has emerged as a future QLD representative and will be seeking an upgraded deal.
Jonah Pezet has been linked with a move away from the club with the Knights reportedly chasing him.
Newcastle Knights off-contract list
Players off-contract:
Adam Elliott, Dylan Lucas, Jack Hetherington, Jackson Hastings, Jayden Brailey, Kai Pearce-Paul, Leo Thompson, Paul Bryan, Riley Jones, Sebastian Su’a, Tyson Frizell (MO), Will Pryce
Knights contract news:
The club have some major decisions to make in their forward pack with Leo Thompson, Adam Elliott and Kai Pearce-Paul all due to come off-contract in 2025.
Halves Jackson Hastings and Will Pryce and starting hooker Jayden Brailey will also need to be reviewed, although Hastings and Brailey could depart the club along with Daniel Saifiti.
Dylan Lucas has established himself as a quality backrower this season and will likely be a priority.
Thomas Jenkins has left the club a year early after being granted a release from his deal.
New Zealand Warriors off-contract list
Players off-contract:
Adam Pompey, Ali Leiataua, Bunty Afoa, Chanel Harris-Tavita (MO), Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad, Dallin Watene-Zelezniak, Demitric Sifakula (CO), Dylan Walker, Edward Kosi, Jackson Ford, Marcelo Montoya, Taine Tuaupiki, Te Maire Martin, Tohu Harris, Tom Ale
Warriors contract news:
The club will need to move quickly to retain key pieces of their backline with first-choice fullback Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad due to come off-contract in 2025.
Te Maire Martin, Dallin Watene-Zelezniak and Marcelo Montoya could also be due new deals.
Bunty Afoa is reportedly drawing interest from a number of clubs and could be given permission to leave early from his deal.
North Queensland Cowboys off-contract list
Players off-contract:
Braidon Burns, D’Jazirhae Pua’avase, Harrison Edwards (CO), Reece Robson, Robert Derby, Thomas Duffy, Tom Chester, Viliami Vailea, Zac Laybutt
Cowboys contract news:
A number of Origin representatives headline the players who are due to come off-contract in Townsville.
Reece Robson is going to be available come November 1, with Valentine Holmes having already agreed to a move to the Dragons.
Meanwhile, captain Reuben Cotter inked a three-year extension in early September to keep him in North Queensland until at least 2028.
Griffin Neame has signed a one-year extension to remain in Townsville until at least the end of the 2026 season.
Parramatta Eels off-contract list
Players off-contract:
Brendan Hands, Bryce Cartwright, Clint Gutherson, Joey Lussick, Joe Ofahengaue, Kelma Tuilagi, Luca Moretti, Maika Sivo (MO), Matt Doorey, Ryan Matterson (PO), Sam Tuivaiti, Shaun Lane (MO), Toni Mataele, Will Penisini (PO), Wiremu Greig
Eels contract news:
Jason Ryles has plenty to ponder when he takes the reins of the club later this year.
Clint Gutherson is due to come off-contract at the end of 2025 but is set to remain with the Eels.
Reagan Campbell-Gillard won't be at the club though after being granted an early release from his deal to join the Titans.
J’maine Hopgood was a major priority with the QLD rep continuing to impress since his move from the Panthers and has signed a two-year extension to take him through until at least the end of the 2027 season.
Will Penisini has a player-option in his deal and the Eels will likely want him to re-commit to the club.
Bryce Cartwright has voiced his uncertainty around his future at the club under the new coach.
Penrith Panthers off-contract list
Players off-contract:
Asu Kepaoa, Brad Schneider, Daine Laurie, Harrison Hassett, Luke Sommerton, Mavrik Geyer, Preston Riki, Riley Price, Soni Luke
Panthers contract news:
The reigning premiers have done well to lock down all of the key stars in the midst of their golden run.
Daine Laurie and Brad Schneider have provided quality depth options for Ivan Cleary this year and may be the target of rivals who can offer them more game time.
Isaiah Iongi has been granted an early release from his deal in order to join the Eels.
St George Illawarra Dragons off-contract list
Players off-contract:
Ben Hunt, Christian Tuipulotu, Corey Allan, Dylan Egan, Jacob Liddle (MO), Kyle Flanagan, Michael Molo, Raymond Faitala-Mariner, Ryan Couchman, Sione Finau, Toby Couchman, Viliami Fifita
Dragons contract news:
Ben Hunt appeared destined to depart from the club last year, but Shane Flanagan's arrival saw a change of circumstances. However, after a dire end to the season, rumours have started to ramp up about his future again.
South Sydney Rabbitohs off-contract list
Players off-contract:
Alex Johnston, Cody Walker, Davvy Moale, Haizyn Mellars, Jacob Host, Lachlan Ilias, Siliva Havili, Tallis Duncan, Tyrone Munro
Rabbitohs contract news:
Two of the club's favourite sons are due to come off-contract in 2025, with Bennett facing tough decisions around Alex Johnston and Cody Walker.
Tallis Duncan and Davvy Moale have become regulars this year, while Tyrone Munro is a highly touted prospect. The trio will be seeking upgraded deals.
Sydney Roosters off-contract list
Players off-contract:
Egan Butcher, James Tedesco, Robert Toia, Sam Walker
Roosters contract news:
James Tedesco headlines the players who are due to come off-contract in 2025. The big question is, will the skipper remain in Bondi?
Sam Walker is reportedly drawing closer to inking a two-year extension with the Roosters in what would be a massive boost for the club.
Connor Watson and Spencer Leniu became Origin reps this year and have been upgraded on two-year extensions ahead of the November 1 deadline.
Wests Tigers off-contract list
Players off-contract:
Adam Doueihi, Alex Seyfarth, Brent Naden, Charlie Staines, Chris Fa’agutu, David Klemmer (MO), Fonua Pole, Josh Feledy, Justin Matamua, Tony Sukkar (CO)
Tigers contract news:
Adam Doueihi will be hoping to get an injury-free run in the side next season after only being handed a one-year deal.
John Bateman was granted a temporary release to join Warrington for the rest of the season, but the club are adamant he will return to play out the two seasons left on his deal.
