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With a season behind them, a lot will be expected from the halves combination of Mitchell Moses and Dylan Brown. The Storm have survived the departures of Cooper Cronk and Billy Slater, but Smith to the Storm is Tom Brady to the New England Patriots. With master coach Wayne Bennett pulling the right strings to see them overcome their recent Preliminary Final hoodoo, they'll go very close to adding another premiership to their club's proud history. Bulletin Latest Headlines direct to your inbox, © LeagueUnlimited | Privacy Policy | Disclaimer. 2021 squad: Jesse Arthars (2021), John Asiata (2021… Waiting in the wings for his opportunity will be Joseph Suaalii who has already impressed in a trial against the big boys. Lachlan Lam will join Luke Keary and look to fire a backline that contains some aging legs in the Morris twins. Check out who's in, who's out, who's in contract and who's off-contract looking ahead to the 2021 NRL season. You have come to the ESPN Africa edition, for other ESPN editions, click above. The 2021 NRL season is just over a week away and with clubs going through their final preparations we take the opportunity to run the rule through all their changes and premiership chances. ZERO TACKLE NEWS, RUMORS & PLAYER MOVEMENTS. NRL Rumour and Movements - 2021. There has been plenty of movement in regards to recruitment and retention for 2021 and beyond, with the likes of Latrell Mitchell and Jai Arrow confirming up their long-term futures. The NRL is back! TIP … New signings: James Roberts (Rabbitohs), Stefano Utoikamanu (Eels), James Tamou (Panthers), Joe Ofahengaue (Broncos), Tuki Simpkins (Cowboys), Daine Laurie (Panthers), Departures: Chris McQueen (Huddersfield), Robert Jennings (Panthers), Matt Eisenhuth (Panthers), Harry Grant (Storm, loan over), Sam McIntyre (Titans), Josh Aloiai (Sea Eagles), Josh Reynolds (Hull FC), Elijah Taylor (Salford Red Devils), Kane Bradley (Cowboys), Benji Marshall (Rabbitohs), Paul Momirovski (Panthers), Chris Lawrence (retired), First five games: Raiders (A), Roosters (H), Knights (A), Eels (H), Cowboys (H). They have already lost Tom Trbojevic for the first few weeks of the season and they face a tough couple of games to start the year. NRL 2021: NRL could introduce transfer windows as soon as 2022 If Ricky Stuart can keep his key players on the field, they have all the pieces in place to go all the way. The Titans are everyone's tip to be the big improvers this season after finishing last year strongly. Thread starter Nashy; ... NRL Player. NRL Rumour and Movements - 2021. The Warriors did incredibly well last year to finish two wins outside the Top 8, considering they had to move to Australia in order to play at all and then saw coach Steve Kearney unceremoniously sacked. Oldest & Youngest. Here are 21 players to watch in 2021. The Raiders struggled without hooker Josh Hodgson last year, but still only missed the Grand Final by one game. On their day they will beat anyone, but they struggle to turn up with the necessary focus each and every week. The Knights have made some decent moves on the player market, adding Tyson Frizell and Sauaso Sue to the engine room as well as a couple of astute buys from England. New signings: Harry Rushton (Wigan), Ryan James (Titans), Caleb Aekins (Panthers), Albert Hopoate (Sea Eagles). • The Spines Ranking the 1,6,7,9 Player Stats. New signings: Robert Jennings (Wests Tigers), Matt Eisenhuth (Wests Tigers), Jaeman Salmon (Eels), Scott Sorensen (Sharks), Paul Momirovski (Wests Tigers), Departures: Jack Hetherington (Bulldogs), Caleb Aekins (Raiders), James Tamou (Wests Tigers), Josh Mansour (Rabbitohs), Zane Tetevano (Leeds Rhinos), Daine Laurie (Wests Tigers), Dean Whare (Catalans), Dean Blore (released), Malakai Watene-Zelezniak (released), Pat Hollis (released), Brayden McGrady (released), First five games: Cowboys (H), Bulldogs (A), Storm (H), Sea Eagles (A), Raiders (H). New signings: Adam Keighran (Warriors), Joseph Suaalii (Rabbitohs), Departures: Kyle Flanagan (Bulldogs), Poasa Faamausili (Dragons), Ryan Hall (Hull KR), Christian Tuipulotu (Sea Eagles), Mitchell Aubusson (retired), Sonny Bill Williams (released), First five games: Sea Eagles (H), Tigers (A), Rabbitohs (A), Warriors (H), Sharks (H). NRL 2021: June 30th trade deadline extended until August 1st. A complete list of NRL players who are off contract at the end of 2021. It will be interesting to see what Des Hasler does with Foran and what difference he will make to the balance of the team. Forums. NRL snakes and ladders: Who will rise, who will fall? New coach Kevin Walters has arrived and has put the cleaners through the club after last year's dismal wooden spoon performance. They should make the finals, but will struggle against some of the stronger teams. 2021 NRL Player Movements. Herman Ese'ese (Knights), David Fifita (Broncos), Patrick Herbert (Warriors), Sam McIntyre (Wests Tigers), Contracted for 2021: Tanah Boyd, AJ Brimson, Erin Clark, Anthony Don, Darius Farmer, Beau Fermor, Sosefo Fifita, Moeaki Fotuaika, Jamal Fogarty, Jaimin Jolliffe, Brian Kelly, Sam Lisone, Greg Marzhew, Tyrone Peachey, Jonus Pearson, Kevin Proctor, Mitch Rein, Phillip Sami, Toby Sexton, Sam Stone, Ash Taylor, Corey Thompson, Jarrod Wallace, Jai Whitbread, 2021 Development Contracts: Jayden Campbell (+2022), Alofi-ana Khan-Periera, Tristan Powell, Treymain Spry (+2022), Losses: Kallum Watkins (Toronto 2020), Keegan Hipgrave, Bryce Cartwright (Eels 2021), Jai Arrow (Rabbitohs 2021), Ryan James (Raiders 2021), Shannon Boyd (retired), Young Tonumaipea (rugby union), Dale Copley (Broncos 2021), Nathan Peats, Tyrone Roberts (released), New signings for 2021: Andrew Davey (Eels), Kieran Foran (Bulldogs), Christian Tuipulotu (Roosters), Jason Saab (Dragons), Josh Aloiai (Wests Tigers), Contracted for 2021: Morgan Boyle, Daly Cherry-Evans, Lachlan Croker, Cade Cust, Manase Fainu, Tevita Funa, Reuben Garrick, Jack Gosiewski, Morgan Harper, Sean Keppie, Tolutau Koula, Haumole Olakau'atu, Brad Parker, Taniela Paseka, Josh Schuster, Toafofoa Sipley, Curtis Sironen, Moses Suli, Jorge Taufua, Martin Taupau, Ben Trbojevic, Jake Trbojevic, Tom Trbojevic, Dylan Walker, 2021 Development Contracts: Sione Fainu, Alec Tu'itavake (+2022-23), Zac Saddler, Kaeo Weekes (+2022), Losses: Corey Waddell (Bulldogs 2021), Joel Thompson (St Helens 2021), Addin Fonua-Blake (Warriors 2021), Danny Levi (Norths Devils 2021), Luke Metcalf (Sharks 2021), Brendan Elliot, Albert Hopoate, Tony Williams (released), New signings for 2021: George Jennings (Eels), Reimis Smith (Bulldogs), Contracted for 2021: Josh Addo-Carr, Nelson Asofa-Solomona, Jesse Bromwich, Kenny Bromwich, Tom Eisenhuth, Dale Finucane, Harry Grant, Jack Howarth, Jahrome Hughes, Nicho Hynes, Dean Ieremia, Ryley Jacks, Cooper Johns, Tui Kamikamica, Felise Kaufusi, Max King, Brenko Lee, Chris Lewis, Isaac Lumelume, Cameron Munster, Justin Olam, Ryan Papenhuyzen, Aaron Pene, Jonah Pezet, Darryn Schonig, Brandon Smith, Christian Welch, 2021 Development Contracts: Trent Loiero, Judda Turahai, Tagiolupe Tivalu, Losses: Tino Fa'asuamaleaui (Titans 2021), Suliasi Vunivalu (rugby union 2021), Paul Momirovski (loanee, returns to Wests Tigers 2021), Sandor Earl (retired), Ricky Leutele (Huddersfield 2021), Albert Vete (Hull KR), Marion Seve (Brisbane Tigers ISC), Cameron Smith (released), Losses for 2022: Josh Addo-Carr (Bulldogs), New signings for 2021: Tyson Frizell (Dragons), Dominic Young (Huddersfield), Sauaso Sue (Bulldogs), Bailey Hodgson (Castleford), Jack Johns (Rabbitohs), Brayden Musgrove (Sea Eagles/Cessnock), New signings for 2022: Jake Clifford (Cowboys), Contracted for 2021: Mitchell Barnett, Bradman Best, Jayden Brailey, Phoenix Crossland, Lachlan Fitzgibbon, Blake Green, Tex Hoy, Hymel Hunt, Brodie Jones, Josh King, David Klemmer, Edrick Lee, Kurt Mann, Jirah Momoisea, Mitch Pearce, Kalyn Ponga, Daniel Saifiti, Jacob Saifiti, Nathanael Sasagi, Pasami Saulo, Gehamat Shibasaki, Starford To'a, Enari Tuala, Connor Watson, 2021 Development Contracts: Jack Johns, Chris Randall, Christian Ma'anaima (+2022-23), Garrett Smith (+2022), Losses: Herman Ese'ese (Titans 2021), Aidan Guerra, Tim Glasby (retired), Andrew McCullough (loanee, returning to Broncos 2021), Sione Mata'utia (St Helens 2021), Mason Lino (Wakefield 2021), Tautau Moga (Rabbitohs 2021), Tyronne Roberts-Davis (Cessnock 2021), New signings for 2021: Lachlan Burr (Warriors), Kane Bradley (Wests Tigers), Javid Bowen (Northern Pride), Contracted for 2021: Jake Clifford, Ben Condon, Reuben Cotter, Scott Drinkwater, Mitchell Dunn, Kyle Feldt, Tom Gilbert, Jake Granville, Wiremu Greig, Ben Hampton, Coen Hess, Peter Hola, Valentine Holmes, Corey Jensen, Connelly Lemuelu, Esan Marsters, Jordan McLean, Josh McGuire, Francis Molo, Michael Morgan, Justin O'Neill, Emry Pere, Reece Robson, Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow, Murray Taulagi, Jason Taumalolo, Shane Wright, 2021 Development Contracts: Daejarn Asi (+2022), Michael Bell, Heilum Luki (+2022), Griffin Neame (+2022), Losses: Gavin Cooper (retired), Tom Opacic (Eels 2021), John Asiata (Broncos 2021), Dan Russell (released), Tukimihia Simpkins (Wests Tigers 2021), New signings for 2021: Tom Opacic (Cowboys), Isaiah Papali'i (Warriors), Joey Lussick (Salford), Keegan Hipgrave, Bryce Cartwright (Titans), Michael Oldfield (Raiders), Will Penisini (development contract), Contracted for 2021: Waqa Blake, Dylan Brown, Nathan Brown, Reagan Campbell-Gillard, Haze Dunster, Blake Ferguson, Clint Gutherson, David Hollis, Sam Hughes, Michael Jennings, Oregon Kaufusi, Shaun Lane, Reed Mahoney, Ryan Matterson, Mitchell Moses, Marata Niukore, Junior Paulo, Jordan Rankin, Maika Sivo, Will Smith, Ray Stone, 2021 Development Contracts: Jakob Arthur (+2022), Solomone Naiduki (+2022), Nathaniel Roache, Sean Russell (+2022), Losses: Stefano Utoikamanu (Wests Tigers 2021), Andrew Davey (Sea Eagles 2021), Kane Evans (Warriors 2021), Peni Terepo, David Gower (retired), Jai Field (Wigan 2021), Rhys Davies (released), Brad Takairangi (Hull KR 2021), George Jennings (Storm 2021), Daniel Alvaro (Dragons 2021), Jaeman Salmon (Panthers 2021), New signings for 2021: Robert Jennings, Matt Eisenhuth, Paul Momirovski (Wests Tigers), Jaeman Salmon (Eels), Scott Sorensen (Sharks), Contracted for 2021: Billy Burns, Matt Burton, Kurt Capewell, Nathan Cleary, Stephen Crichton, Dylan Edwards, James Fisher-Harris, J'maine Hopgood, Mitch Kenny, Viliame Kikau, Api Koroisau, Spencer Leniu, Moses Leota, Jarome Luai, Tyrone May, Taylan May, Liam Martin, Brent Naden, Lindsay Smith, Charlie Staines, Izack Tago, Brian To'o, Isaah Yeo, 2021 Development Contracts: Brendan Hands, Shannon Harris, Sunia Turuva (+2022), Losses: Shawn Blore (Wests Tigers 2020), Kaide Ellis (Dragons 2020), Jed Cartwright (Rabbitohs 2020), Caleb Aekins (Raiders 2021), James Tamou, Daine Laurie (Wests Tigers 2021), Jack Hetherington (Bulldogs 2021), Braydon McGrady, Malakai Watene-Zelezniak, Pat Hollis (released), Zane Tetevano (Leeds 2021), Josh Mansour (Rabbitohs 2021), Dean Whare (Catalans 2021), Dean Blore (rugby union), New signings for 2021: Poasa Faamausili (Roosters), Andrew McCullough, Jack Bird (Broncos), Daniel Alvaro (Eels), Contracted for 2021: Eddie Blacker, Billy Brittain, Adam Clune, Matt Dufty, Kaide Ellis, Max Feagai, Mat Feagai, Jackson Ford, Tyrell Fuimaono, Ben Hunt, Josh Kerr, Blake Lawrie, Zac Lomax, Cameron McInnes, Trent Merrin, Corey Norman, Jordan Pereira, Cody Ramsey, Mikaele Ravalawa, Tariq Sims, Jayden Sullivan, Paul Vaughan, Brayden Wiliame, Jack de Belin (not yet registered), 2021 Development Contracts: Talatau Amone (+2022-23), Hayden Lomax, Shaun Sauni-Esau (+2022), Tyrell Sloan (+2022-23), Losses: Tim Lafai (Bulldogs 2020), Tyson Frizell (Knights 2021), James Graham (St Helens 2020), Issac Luke (Broncos 2020), Euan Aitken (Warriors 2021), Jacob Host (Rabbitohs 2021), Korbin Sims (Hull KR 2021), Jason Saab (Sea Eagles 2021), Joe Lovodua, Tristan Sailor (released), New signings for 2021: Jai Arrow (Titans), Taane Milne (Warriors), Jacob Host (Dragons), Tautau Moga (Knights), Josh Mansour (Panthers), Benij Marshall (Wests Tigers), Contracted for 2020: Tom Burgess, Braidon Burns, Jed Cartwright, Damien Cook, Joshua Cook, Troy Dargan, Dane Gagai, Brock Gardner, Campbell Graham, Dean Hawkins, Alex Johnston, Liam Knight, Keaon Kolomatangi, Patrick Mago, Steve Marsters, Latrell Mitchell, Cameron Murray, Mark Nicholls, Jaxson Paulo, Adam Reynolds, Hame Sele, Jaydn Su'A, Tevita Tatola, Cody Walker, 2021 Development Contracts: Lachlan Ilias (+2022), Peter Mamouzelos, Blake Taaffe (+2022), Losses: Bryson Goodwin (Sharks 2020), Ethan Lowe (retired), James Roberts, Tom Amone (Wests Tigers 2021), Jack Johns (Knights 2021), Bayley Sironen (Warriors 2021), Joseph Suaalii (Roosters 2021), Corey Allan (Bulldogs 2021), Cory Denniss, Kurt Dillon, Ky Rodwell (released), New signings for 2021: Adam Keighran (Warriors), Joseph Suaalii (Rabbitohs), Contracted for 2021: Fletcher Baker, Egan Butcher, Nat Butcher, Lindsay Collins, Boyd Cordner, Angus Crichton, Jake Friend, Drew Hutchison, Matt Ikuvalu, Luke Keary, Lachlan Lam, Isaac Liu, Joey Manu, Brett Morris, Josh Morris, Victor Radley, Billy Smith, Daniel Suluka-Fifita, Siosiua Taukeiaho, James Tedesco, Daniel Tupou, Sitili Tupouniua, Sam Verrills, Jared Waerea-Hargreaves, Sam Walker, 2021-2022 Development Contracts: Lani Graham-Taufa, Moala Graham-Taufa, Naufahu Whyte, Losses: Mitch Aubusson (retired), Kyle Flanagan (Bulldogs 2021), Poasa Faamausili (Dragons 2021), Sonny Bill Williams (released), Christian Tuipulotu (Sea Eagles 2021), Ryan Hall (Hull KR), New signings for 2021: Ben Murdoch-Masila (Warrington), Kane Evans (Eels), Euan Aitken (Dragons), Addin Fonua-Blake (Sea Eagles), Iliesa Ratuva (union), Sean O'Sullivan (Broncos), Marcelo Montoya (Bulldogs), Bayley Sironen (Rabbitohs), Contracted for 2021: Bunty Afoa, Leeson Ah Mau, Tom Ale, Rocco Berry, Josh Curran, Wayde Egan, David Fusitu'a, Jackson Frei, Tohu Harris, Chanel Harris-Tavita, Peta Hiku, Eliesa Katoa, Karl Lawton, Ken Maumalo, Jack Murchie, Kodi Nikorima, Hayze Perham, Adam Pompey, Jamayne Taunoa-Brown, Jazz Tevaga, Roger Tuivasa-Sheck, Paul Turner, 2021 Development Contracts: Jyris Glamuzina, Temple Kalepo (+2022), Isaiah Vagana, Viliami Vailea (+2022-23), Losses: Blake Green (Knights 2020), Adam Blair, Gerard Beale (retired), Lachlan Burr (Cowboys 2021), Isaiah Papali'i, Nathaniel Roache (Eels 2021), Taane Milne (Rabbitohs 2021), Patrick Herbert (Titans 2021), Agnatius Paasi (St Helens 2021), Adam Keighran (Roosters 2021), King Vuniyayawa (Leeds 2021), Leivaha Pulu (released), Losses for 2022: Roger Tuivasa-Sheck (union), New signings for 2021: Stefano Utoikamanu (Eels), Daine Laurie, James Tamou (Panthers), James Roberts, Tom Amone (Rabbitohs), Joe Ofahengaue (Broncos), Tukimihia Simpkins (Cowboys), Contracted for 2021: Shawn Blore, Luke Brooks, Michael Chee-Kam, Zac Cini, Adam Doueihi, Luke Garner, Asu Kepaoa, Joey Leilua, Luciano Leilua, Jacob Liddle, Jock Madden, Moses Mbye, Zane Musgrove, Thomas Mikaele, David Nofoaluma, Russell Packer, Alex Seyfarth, Jake Simpkin, Tommy Talau, Alex Twal, Billy Walters, 2021 Development Contracts: Reece Hoffman (+2022), William Kei (+2022), Kelma Tuilagi, Losses: Chris McQueen (Huddersfield 2020), Corey Thompson (Titans 2020), Chris Lawrence (retired), Robert Jennings, Matt Eisenhuth, Paul Momirovski (Panthers 2021), Harry Grant (loanee, returning to Storm 2021), Sam McIntyre (Titans 2021), Josh Aloiai (Sea Eagles 2021), Josh Reynolds (Hull FC 2021), Elijah Taylor (Salford 2021), Kane Bradley (Cowboys 2021), Benji Marshall (Rabbitohs 2021), Oliver Clark, Dylan Smith (released). Ladder. Zero Tackle-November 13, 2020 1. He'll need a year under his belt and a couple more key ingredients before they become a threat from 2022. • Download ESPN from iTunes App Store BRONCOS. Adam Blair. 2021 Fixtures. Unlike the Patriots, they should still make the finals, purely on the strength of Craig Bellamy's clever recruitment and coaching nous. Game Plan 2021. • Tip now at ESPNfootytips 6.5 Total Avg Rating. Five games into the season and we should have a clear idea of how well the Sharks are going to go. WWOSreports Wests Tigers coach Michael Maguire is keen to move on a number of senior players in a player clean out ahead of 2021. NRL Discussion ... 2021 Central Coast Stadium. New signings: Bailey Hodgson (Castleford), Dominic Young (Huddersfield), Tyson Frizell (Dragons), Sauaso Sue (Bulldogs), Jack Johns (Rabbitohs), Brayden Musgrove (Cessnock), Departures: Herman Ese'ese (Titans), Andrew McCullough (Dragons), Sione Mata'utia (St Helens), Mason Lino (Wakefield Trinity), Tautau Moga (Rabbitohs), Aidan Guerra (retired), Tim Glasby (retired), First five games: Bulldogs (H), Warriors (A), Tigers (H), Dragons (H), Titans (A). Embed from Getty Images. All Players. Every try from round 19 While 65 players changed clubs this season, the number of players who have so far agreed to move to another NRL team in 2021 is less than 20. 2021 NRL Jerseys. Seibold: The key player signings to watch in 2021. It could be a long year for the Tigers. Tyrone Harding, Will Hopoate, Josh Jackson, Sione Katoa, Tui Katoa, Lachlan Lewis, Jeremy Marshall-King, Nick Meaney, Dylan Napa, Ofahiki Ogden, Jayden Okunbor, James Roumanos, Chris Smith, Joe Stimson, Luke Thompson, Renouf To'omaga, Brandon Wakeham, Dallin Watene-Zelezniak, 2021 Development Contracts: Paul Karaitiana, Chris Patolo, Kurt Picken, Jackson Topine (+2022), Losses: Morgan Harper (Sea Eagles 2020), Kieran Foran (Sea Eagles 2021), Marcelo Montoya (Warriors 2021), Reimis Smith (Storm 2021), Aiden Tolman (Sharks 2021), Sauaso Sue (Knights 2021), Jack Cogger (Huddersfield 2021), Tim Lafai (released), Isaiah Tass (Broncos 2021), Kerrod Holland (retired), New signings for 2021: Aiden Tolman (Bulldogs), New signings for 2022: Cameron McInnes (Dragons), Contracted for 2021: Blayke Brailey, Josh Dugan, Andrew Fifita, Wade Graham, Braden Hamlin-Uele, Mawene Hiroti, Royce Hunt, Shaun Johnson, Sione Katoa, Will Kennedy, Nene Macdonald, Billy Magoulias, Matt Moylan, Ronaldo Mulitalo, Briton Nikora, Kyle Paterson, Franklin Pele, Jesse Ramien, Toby Rudolf, Siosifa Talakai, Jensen Tamoepeau, Chad Townsend, Connor Tracey, Braydon Trindall, Jack Williams, Teig Wilton, Aaron Woods, Bronson Xerri, 2021 Development Contracts: Jackson Ferris, Jonaiah Lualua (+2022), Luke Metcalf (+2022), Daniel Vasquez, Losses: Cameron King, Jayson Bukuya (retired), Cruz Topai-Aveai (released 2020), Josh Morris (Roosters 2020), Scott Sorensen (Panthers 2021), Kayleb Milne, Bryson Goodwin (released), New signings for 2021: Tino Fa'asuamaleaui (Storm). 2021 Player Movements 2021 Gains Corey Allan (South Sydney Rabbitohs, 2023), Nick Cotric (Canberra Raiders, 2023), Kyle Flanagan (Sydney Roosters, 2023), Jack Hetherington (New Zealand Warriors, 2023), Paul Karaitiana (2021), Chris Patolo (2021), Kurt Picken (2021), Jackson Topine (2021), Corey Waddell (Manly Sea Eagles, 2023) 2021 Losses The 2021 NRL season is just over a week away and with clubs going through their final preparations we run the rule through their changes and chances. NRL Rumour and Movements - 2021. State of Origin: Game 3 Team Lists. Team Lists. 2,456 1,181. It's time to start your 2021 NRL Tipping Competition, New signings: John Asiata (Cowboys), David Mead (Catalans), Dale Copley (Titans), Departures: David Fifita (Titans), Sean O'Sullivan (Warriors), Jack Bird (Dragons), Joe Ofahengaue (Tigers), John Asiata (Cowboys), Andrew McCullough (Dragons), Darius Boyd (retired), Matt Gillett (retired), Jamil Hopoate (released), Jordan Kahu (released), Richie Kennar (released), Ilikena Vudogo (released), Issac Luke (released), First five games: Eels (H), Titans (A). Thread starter Nashy; ... depends on the player ... some players are simply mercenaries that take the highest dollar offer, without considering any other factor. The Dragons have said goodbye to some prime NRL playing stock since last season, as new coach Anthony Griffin looks for a fresh start after recent seasons filled with mediocrity. ... NRL Player. With an almost brand new stadium, which hopefully will be packed with some classic North Queensland home ground support, and a new coach in Todd Payten, they should improve on last year's 14th place finish. It looks to be a long period of rebuilding as Ben Hunt's contract winds down towards its conclusion at the end of 2022. The biggest concern is that despite a busload of players departing, they haven't really done much in the recruitment department. NRL rookies: Franklin Pele - Cronulla's answer to Jason Taumalolo ready to be unleashed in 2021 The Sharks beast set to be unleased in 2021 League 1h ago They are currently holed up in Australia again, with another Auckland lockdown crushing hopes of a return to New Zealand any time soon. New signings: Jai Arrow (Titans), Jacob Host (Dragons), Taane Milne (Warriors), Tautau Moga (Knights), Josh Mansour (Panthers), Benji Marshall (Wests Tigers), Departures: James Roberts (Tigers), Bayley Sironen (Warriors), Jack Johns (Knights), Joseph Suaalii (Roosters), Corey Allan (Bulldogs), Ethan Lowe (retired), Tom Amone (released), Cory Denniss (released), Kurt Dillon (released), Ky Rodwell (released), First five games: Storm (A), Sea Eagles (A), Roosters (H), Bulldogs (A), Broncos (H). 5d Darren Arthur. It comes after … New signings: Ben Murdoch-Masila (Warrington), Kane Evans (Eels), Euan Aitken (Dragons), Addin Fonua-Blake (Manly), Iliesa Ratuva (rugby union), Sean O'Sullivan (Broncos), Marcelo Montoya (Bulldogs), Bayley Sironen (Rabbitohs), Departures: Lachlan Burr (Cowboys), Isaiah Papali'i (Eels), Taane Milne (Rabbitohs), Patrick Herbert (Titans), Nathaniel Roache (Eels), Agnatius Paasi (St Helens), Adam Keighran (Roosters), Adam Blair (retired), Gerard Beale (retired) First five games: Titans (H), Knights (H), Raiders (A), Roosters (A), Sea Eagles (H). Player Movements. He was the fullback I was wishing we would somehow land. Brown has already put his broom through the playing ranks and it will be interesting to see how well he can bring the new squad together. ... 2021 NRL season preview, player movements, predictions. • Review: 2020 Rugby League season, New signing: Lachlan Burr (Warriors), Kane Bradley (Tigers), Javid Bowen, Departures: Tom Opacic (Eels), John Asiata (Broncos), Tuki Simpkins (Tigers), Daniel Russell (released), Gavin Cooper (retired), First five games: Panthers (A), Dragons (H), Titans (H), Sharks (A), Tigers (A). Walters could be looking to a Baby Broncos mentality, rebuilding the club on the wealth of their vast local talent pool. 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New signings: Keegan Hipgrave, Bryce Cartwright (Titans), Michael Oldfield (Raiders), Tom Opacic (Cowboys), Isaiah Papali'i (Warriors), Joey Lussick (Salford), Nathaniel Roache (Warriors - Dev squad). Rugby League. News. foxsports.com.au • 3h. 2d Darren Arthur. Set up or join a tipping competition NOW! James Tedesco WFB $850,000 Angus Crichton EDG, MID $833,000 Siosiua Taukeiaho MID $674,000 Jake … • NRL 2021 - season preview • The Spines Ranking the 1,6,7,9 • Get NRL news and more in your inbox • Head to ESPN's Home of Rugby League. Harry Grant is a great replacement, but will miss the opening rounds with a knee injury, but he is not yet Smith calibre. Highest Rated Player 8.0. 13 hours ago. The Roosters have established themselves as one of the competition's leading clubs, but it's not easy to stay at the very top for sustained periods of time. Adelaide claims State of Origin for 2023. The True King QCup Player. Player Movements. • Get NRL news and more in your inbox NRL 2021: Players with a point to prove, Paul Kent. Injuries & Suspensions. Pick Your Team. The Sea Eagles had a better than expected season last year and welcome back old favourite Kieran Foran for 2021. ... NRL 2021: Injuries & Suspensions. Barrett has a real task on his hands turning this team into a match-winning unit, but he has started pulling together the pieces he'll need to make the transformation. They'll have all that experience under their belts as they look to go one better this year. Thread starter mt.wellington; Start date Nov 8, 2020; Reply. NRL Round Table: Can the Storm win it all again in 2021? L.U. Melbourne Storm – Aaron Pene. The 2021 season is shaping as career-defining for a number of high-profile NRL stars, and for some it is now or never, writes Paul Kent. Departures: John Bateman (Wigan), Nick Cotric (Bulldogs), Michael Oldfield (Eels), Sebastian Kris (released), First five games: Tigers (H), Sharks (A), Warriors (H), Titans (A), Panthers (A). If Kalyn Ponga can survive the full season he could be leading the Knights deep into the finals. New signings: Aiden Tolman (Bulldogs), Luke Metcalf (Sea Eagles), Departures: Cameron King (retired), Jayson Bukuya (retired), Scott Sorensen (Panthers), Bryson Goodwin (released), Kayleb Milne (released), First five games: Dragons (A), Raiders (H), Eels (A), Cowboys (H), Roosters (A). The NRL is reportedly set to introduce transfer windows as soon as next season. Check out who's in, who's out, who's in contract and who's off-contract looking ahead to the 2021 NRL season. Australian users can personalise their ESPN experience by downloading the App. • Download ESPN from Google Play Store The NRL season kicks off in a month and the lead-up has been dominated by speculation about the future of a number of players, despite the fact most are contracted for 2021. The big question hanging over the Storm is how they will adapt without Cameron Smith. Ben Simpson Roar Rookie . They face an extremely tough start to the season and it is hard to see them pinching any points in the first five rounds. The NRL is reportedly set to introduce transfer windows as soon as next season. If they can keep the majority of their squad healthy they should go close to winning the club's third title. Foxsports.com.au has peered into the crystal ball and figured out how every NRL team is shaping up for the 2021 season. With Valentine Holmes struggling a bit at fullback and Michael Morgan fighting injuries in the halves, it's hard to see the Cowboys improving enough to crack the Top 8. New coach, a player cleanout but without any confirmed signings who will greatly change their fortunes. The Roosters will be well in every game they play, but their recent premiership window could just about be closed. ZERO TACKLE NEWS, RUMORS & PLAYER MOVEMENTS. They should be flying high after the first five rounds and I see them playing in the Grand Final this year. Injuries & Suspensions. Last Game 27 Sep. 40 - 28. The NRL could introduce trade windows as soon as next season, in what would also provide a commercial opportunity for the code with the biggest shake-up of player movement … The year before they went desperately close to winning the club's fourth title. • NRL 2021 - season preview Bulldogs (H), Storm (A), Rabbitohs (A). NRL 2021: trade period to be introduced in 2022, transfer window, signings, player movement, Matt Burton to the Bulldogs. They have added some real muscle to the forwards, while giving the whole roster a good clean-out. NRL 2021: trade period to be introduced in 2022, transfer window, signings, player movement… One major concern is that their depth has been heavily raided by other clubs during the off season, so they'll need another year devoid of major injuries. A Set small text size A Set the default text size A Set large text size. In their trial game against the Sharks they showed that their outside backs are still having difficulty counting, but they did come out on top in that first hit-out. Love the NRL? Players off-contract: 10 Plenty has been made about the state of the Tigers salary cap, and while another 12 months with some underperforming players on big money, it will finish at the end of 2021. What isn't apparent is how he plans to replace those experienced players, with Jack Bird and Andrew McCullough being their only significant signings. Wighton "wrote himself off" winning Dally M, Six Again: Mixed emotions about Smith's brilliance. New signings: Poasa Faamausili (Roosters), Jack Bird (Broncos), Daniel Alvaro (Eels), Andrew McCullough (Broncos), Departures: Tyson Frizell (Knights), Euan Aitken (Warriors), Jason Saab (Sea Eagles), James Graham (St Helens), Jacob Host (Rabbitohs), Korbin Sims (Hull KR), Joe Lovodua (released), Tristan Sailor (released), First five games: Sharks (H), Cowboys (A), Sea Eagles (H), Knights (A), Eels (A). FILTER BY 2023 (Team) 2023 (Position) 2022 (Team) 2022 (Position) 2021 (Team) 2021 (Position)