The NRL's November 1 deadline has passed, and players not nailed down for the 2027 season have started negotiating with other clubs. There will be deals, early releases, controversial requests and a raft of surprise moves. We'll do our best to keep you updated with all the latest.
Campbell to remain a Titan in latest blow to Bears
Gold Coast have landed another blow on Perth with Jayden Campbell to knock back a big-money deal from the Bears to stay with the Titans.
Campbell told Titans officials on Friday he intended to stay on the Gold Coast, and is expected to take up a five-year extension that could make him a one-club player.
Campbell stood to earn significantly more money as the Bears' inaugural halfback, after being offered a deal in vicinity of $6 million over five years.
But the 25-year-old has opted not to leave the club where his father Preston is a favourite and foundation player.
Titans forward Beau Fermor opted to stay with Gold Coast earlier this week, while the likes of Herbie Farnworth and Josh Addo-Carr have been taken off the market.
The Bears have also shown an interest in Titans skipper Tino Fa'asuamaleaui, while South Sydney forward Keaon Koloamatangi is understood to be a target.
Meanwhile Campbell's decision comes as another big win for new Titans coach Josh Hannay, who has now had his most successful week in the job.
Hannay almost has a blank canvas to work with such is the fluidity of his roster, with David Fifita headlining a long list of exits from the club.
Fermor on Friday said conversations with Hannay in recent months had convinced him to remain at the Titans.
"Having discussions with Josh over the off season and seeing the direction he wants to head the club in was something I could really get on board with," Fermor said.
"There has been a lot of good change around the joint over the off-season that probably isn't seen in the public eye but we can all see it here."
Fermor has previously worked with Hannay in his role as an assistant in Queensland State of Origin camp.
"I really like where he thinks my game can go personally and where he can take our team as well," he said.
Hannay's next roster challenge will be convincing Fa'asuamaleaui to stay, with the Australian Test prop signed until 2033 but with an option to leave next year.
The front-rower has told AAP his preference is to remain a Titan, but he wants to see that he can achieve success at the club before committing.
Broncos teenage playmaker to join rival club in 2027
Brisbane's hopes for Coby Black to be a long-term half won't be realised, with the 19-year-old to join Canberra in 2027.
The Broncos confirmed Black's impending exit on Tuesday, with AAP told he will join the Raiders at the end of next season.
"Coby has come through our academy program from the age of 14 and has worked really hard to progress through to our NRL top squad," Broncos recruitment boss Simon Scanlan said.
"While we're sad to see him leave, we thank him for his dedication and commitment and sincerely wish him every success as he takes the next step in his career."
Black's chances of inheriting the mantle of Adam Reynolds in 2027 and beyond were dashed when the Broncos signed former Melbourne playmaker Jonah Pezet to start with the club in the same year.
Pezet will play the 2026 season at Parramatta.
Black was always signed until the end of 2026 but became a free agent on November 1.
The Broncos have also recruited former North Queensland playmaker Tom Duffy for 2026 and there is the possibility he will extend if he can impress.
Brisbane already have premiership winning halves Ezra Mam and captain Reynolds on deck for next season, along with versatile veteran Ben Hunt.
Black's chances of seeing NRL action at the Broncos in 2026 appear forlorn unless the club suffers injuries.
He had been earmarked as the future of the Broncos but instead will be tutored by Raiders coach Ricky Stuart, one of the game's greatest halves.
Cherry-Evans completes historic NRL club shift
Manly great Daly Cherry-Evans has completed one of the most high-profile shifts in NRL history, joining the Sydney Roosters.
Cherry-Evans' departure marks the first time a player with 350-plus games has ever changed clubs.
The arrival of the veteran, who is set to partner Sam Walker in the halves, shapes as a significant boost to the Roosters' premiership hopes.
Ryan Papenhuyzen receives immediate release from Storm
Superstar fullback Ryan Papenhuyzen has left the Melbourne Storm effective immediately, after requesting a release from the final year of his contract.
With rumours circulating about an approach from R360 (the breakaway rugby competition), Papenhuyzen fronted Storm chairman Matt Tripp asking for the early departure.
"Ryan has shown great character and resilience throughout his time at our club, and we've loved watching him develop into the player and person that he is today," Tripp stated in a media release.
David Fifita released to join Rabbitohs
David Fifita's move to South Sydney is complete with the Rabbitohs announcing the Gold Coast star's imminent arrival for 2026 and 2027.
Fifita was officially released by the Titans on Tuesday, bringing to an end his dramatic five-year stint with the club. That has paved the way for his arrival at the Rabbitohs for the start of pre-season next month, where he will be reunited with coach Wayne Bennett.
One of the most destructive players in the competition when at his best, Fifita managed only eight NRL games in the 2025 season.
The 25-year-old has long toyed with the idea of heading south, after opting out of a deal with the Sydney Roosters last year.
Manly superstar backs himself on new deal
Tom Trbojevic has backed himself to return to his sparkling best, taking up a one-year extension with Manly that will keep him at the club until the end of 2027.
Trbojevic ended months of speculation around his future on Tuesday, signing on for one extra season worth close to $900,000.
The agreement marks a significant pay cut for the 29-year-old, whose current salary was back ended and rises to close to $1.3 million next season.
Pezet signs rare two-club deal
Melbourne's highly rated playmaker Jonah Pezet will join the Brisbane Broncos in 2027 on a three-year deal after he plays one season with Parramatta in 2026.
Pezet had been contracted to Melbourne until 2029, but Kiwi half Jahrome Hughes' recent extension with the club prompted Pezet's management to trigger a release clause.
The youngster has proven he is more than capable of playing in the NRL, impressing for Melbourne in this year's finals against Canterbury.
A one-year deal at Parramatta, where he would partner Mitch Moses, would benefit both the Eels and Pezet.
A move to Brisbane in 2027 would also ensure the Broncos continue a top-line regeneration in the halves, with Reynolds and Ben Hunt both off contract next year.
With Pezet in the halves alongside Ezra Mam, the Broncos would enter 2027 with fullback Reece Walsh and both their playmakers aged 24.