every club’s roster, off-contract players, November 1, Jarome Luai, Joey Manu, Luke Keary, Ezra Mam, Shaun Johnson

A smorgasbord of NRL talent will hit the open market in a fortnight’s time. For some it’s an opportunity to test their value, while others will be on the hunt for a new club.

Roosters superstars Joey Manu and Luke Keary as well as three-time premiership winner Jarome Luai headline a seriously impressive list of players coming off contract at the end of 2024.

It means if they aren’t locked in by their current clubs before November 1, they become free agents and can negotiate with rivals for 2025 and beyond.

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Also on the list is reigning Dally M Five-eighth of the Year Ezra Mam, Knights duo Bradman Best and Jacob Saifiti as well as Cowboys playmaker Tom Dearden.

All of which are expected to attract the interest of several clubs.

Then there’s the veterans like Adam Reynolds, Josh Papalii, Kieran Foran, Shaun Johnson and Jared Waerea-Hargreaves, who face a big decision on their future after more than a decade in the NRL.

Below, foxsports.com.au has compiled a state of play of every club’s roster ahead of November 1.

BRONCOS

Off-contract 2023: Jordan Pereira, Logan Bayliss

Off-contract 2024: Adam Reynolds, Billy Walters, Brendan Piakura, Corey Oates (PO 2024 & 2025), Delouise Hoeter, Ezra Mam, Jock Madden, Jordan Riki, Kurt Capewell, Martin Taupau

Adam Reynolds may not have got the job done on grand final day but he did lead the Broncos from a late-season implosion in 2022 to a top-two finish and a spot in the big dance 12 months later. That is more than enough to convince the Broncos they must extend their skipper and star halfback — and so the club began negotiations in September. The 33-year-old joined the Broncos in 2022 thinking he’d retire at the end of 2024 but turned back the clock to produce his career-best form this year. While Reynolds is a sure-thing to stay at the Broncos, his halves partner Ezra Mam could end up getting snatched by a rival club. Mam had his best season to date too and was rewarded with a spot in the Dally M Team of the Year. Mam, who is said to be earning around $250,000 a year, could demand double in his next contract. But with superstar fullback Reece Walsh due for an upgrade, there was a genuine fear the Broncos won’t have enough cash to match what Mam is expected to be offered by rival clubs. But in a promising sign, Mam told News Corp earlier this month that his “aim” is to remain in Red Hill. There’s been reports suggesting Mam has been tabled a long-term offer between three and five years but there’s been no official word on whether he has accepted it. Veteran winger Corey Oates has fallen down the pecking order of wingers but he has revealed he is taking up his option for 2024 — but accepting a pay-cut. Kurt Capewell declared in September that he hopes to finish his career at the Broncos but said talks over his future would be had in the off-season, while Jordan Riki has also spoke of his intention to stay put.

RAIDERS

Off-contract 2023: Clay Webb

Off-contract 2024: Adrian Trevilyan, Ata Mariota, Elliott Whitehead, Harley Smith-Shields, Jamal Fogarty, James Schiller, Jordan Rapana, Josh Papalii (MO 2025), Nick Cotric, Pasami Saulo, Peter Hola, Trey Mooney, Zac Woolford

Analysis: Put a line through veterans Jordan Rapana and Elliott Whitehead because coach Ricky Stuart revealed the duo will retire at the end of the 2024 season. And after initially informing the Raiders of his plans to test his value on the open market, Jamal Fogarty has reportedly re-signed for 2025 with an option for 2026. It’s a big win for the club given star five-eighth Jack Wighton will join the Rabbitohs next season. Josh Papalii has retired from representative football, so complete retirement wouldn’t be too far away for the 31-year-old. It’s hard to see him move on from the nation’s capital after spending his entire career — 13 years — there so it’s unlikely joining a rival club would even be on his mind. Papalii’s decision for 2025, which will have to be agreed upon by the Raiders, will likely come down to either play on for another year or retirement. Nick Cotric had an injury-riddled season and fell out of favour at times so the Raiders may sit tight on his situation until later on, while Ata Mariota and Trey Mooney are considered key players in the club’s future so it’s unlikely the Raiders will let any rivals get close to swooping on them.

BULLDOGS

Off-contract 2023: Braidon Burns, Corey Waddell, Declan Casey, Sam Hughes

Off-contract 2024: Chris Patolo, Ethan Quai-Ward, Hayze Perham, Jackson Topine, Jacob Kiraz, Jeral Skelton, Liam Knight, Max King, Reece Hoffman, Toby Sexton

Analysis: Jacob Kiraz headlines a list of mainly fringe players coming off contract at the end of 2024 at the Bulldogs. Kiraz has become a fan favourite in Belmore, enjoying a rapid rise since his NRL debut in 2022. While there‘s been talk of a mass clean-out at the Bulldogs it’s highly unlikely Kiraz will be a part of that given coach Cameron Ciraldo has said before he’s the type of player the club wants to build around. By all reports Toby Sexton and Liam Knight made a good first impression on the club after joining mid-2023, but the likes of Chris Patolo, Jeral Skelton and Ethan Quai-Ward had limited opportunities in first grade and Reece Hoffman hasn’t tasted NRL since 2020 with his former club, the Tigers. Max King has built a reputation as one of the team’s hardest-workers but there’s been no talk yet on what his future holds.

SHARKS

Off-contract 2023: N/A

Off-contract 2024: Braden Hamlin-Uele, Connor Tracey, Jack Williams, Jayden Berrell, Jesse Colquhuon, Matt Moylan, Mawene Hiroti, Oregon Kaufusi (MO 2025), Siteni Taukamo, Tom Hazelton (CO 2025), Toby Rudolf, Tuku Hau Tapuha

Analysis: The Sharks face an up-hill battle to retain the versatile Connor Tracey, who did an admirable job filling in for the injured Will Kennedy at fullback in the back end of the season but will revert to being a back-up next year. Tracey has reportedly asked for an immediate release for next season but the club rejected it. He is free to negotiate with rivals for 2025 though from November 1 and it was reported that the Dragons are very interested in his services. Front-row duo Toby Rudolf and Braden Hamlin-Uele will likely be priority re-signings, while Tom Hazelton emerged as a real breakout star of 2023 so expect the club to take up the option in his contract. The player to keep an eye on is Matt Moylan. He reinvented himself in 2022 under coach Craig Fitzgibbon to earn a two-year extension, but struggled defensively at times this year and was eventually dropped from the 17. It’s unlikely the Sharks will be in any hurry to lock him in beyond 2024, especially with talented playmaker Braydon Trindall locked in until the end of 2025.

TITANS

Off-contract 2023: Joseph Vuna

Off-contract 2024: Isaac Liu, Jacob Alick, Joe Stimson, Kieran Foran, Klese Haas, Tom Weaver, Treymain Spry

Analysis: Veteran playmaker Kieran Foran headlines the list of players set to hit the open market. Foran will be 34-years old by the time his current contract expires. He admitted on the Fox League Podcast earlier this season that “age isn’t on my side” but said “I’d be a brave man to write myself off.” And that’s true. He’s pushed through several career-threatening injuries to play 282 NRL games over 15 seasons. He knows it’s a “results-driven business” though and “need to be getting results and having the impact” to keep his career alive. The Kiwi international has a great relationship with incoming coach Des Hasler, which could help his chances for an extensions but it’s expected he’ll wait until next year to make a call on whether he wants to play on. Like Foran, 32-year-old Isaac Liu is heading towards the end of his career, so both he and the club may sit tight on any talks over his future until next season. Klese Haas, on the other hand, is just at the beginning of his career. The Sydney Morning Herald reported the Raiders might turn their attention to the 21-year-old brother of Payne Haas after missing out on Keaon Koloamatangi. Jacob Alick only just signed on for 2024 last week so it’s highly unlikely there’ll be movement in regards to his long-term future any time soon.

DOLPHINS

Off contract 2023: Kurt Donoghoe, JJ Collins, Poasa Faamausili

Off contract 2024:Anthony Milford, Edrick Lee, Euan Aitken, Jarrod Wallace, Jesse Bromwich, Kodi Nikorima, Mark Nicholls, Mason Teague (MO 2025), Ray Stone, Robert Jennings (MO 2025), Tesi Niu, Valynce Te Whare

Analysis:Anthony Milford had a disappointing season at the Dolphins and at this stage it appears he could be heading elsewhere despite having year left on his contract. Reports suggest Super League side Leigh Leopards are interested in signing the 29-year-old — and the Dolphins won’t stand in his way. Centre Euan Aitken is reportedly being offered to other clubs a year before his contract is due to expire and is another on the radar of Super League clubs. It’s not totally surprising with the arrival of centres Herbie Farnworth and Jake Averillo from next season, which will cause a logjam in the position. For that reason, cult hero Valynce Te Whare’s place on the roster may be tentative. He showed enough in his debut season to be given a chance in 2024 to impress for an extension. Representative forward Jarrod Wallace was solid this season and if not re-signed by the Dolphins, will likely attract interest from other teams, but at the end of 2024, he’ll be pushing 34. Dolphins captain Jesse Bromwich is another veteran forward who may be on his last NRL contract. The Dolphins’ Swiss Army knife Kodi Nikorima showed his worth in 2023, stepping up to play a number of positions when injuries struck. He’ll fetch interest from rival clubs as he still has plenty to offer, so the Dolphins will have to be quick to decide whether to offer Nikorima an extension. Coach Wayne Bennett is a big fan of Mark Nicholls, but he’ll be 34-years old before a ball is even kicked next season so a call on his future will likely wait until later next year.

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SEA EAGLES

Off-contract 2023: Aaron Woods, Kaeo Weekes, Morgan Boyle, Morgan Harper

Off-contract 2024: Ben Trbojevic, Christian Tuipulotu, Karl Lawton, Lachlan Croker, Raymond Vaega, Zac Fulton

Analysis: The Sea Eagles are in pretty good shape heading into November 1, with only a handful of regular first-graders set to hit the open market. Hooker Lachlan Croker was Manly’s 2022 best-and-fairest winner and the club will be keen to lock down the reliable hooker this month. Of the rest, second rower Ben Trbojevic and winger Christian Tuipolotu played the most games this season (12 each). Zac Fulton, the grandson of Immortal Bob Fulton, has been told he’s free to speak with rival clubs after making just one NRL appearance since joining the club. The versatile Karl Lawton has also been given permission to leave immediately if he can find a better deal elsewhere.

STORM

Off-contract 2023: Dean Ieremia, George Jennings, Grant Anderson, Jordan Grant, Tepai Moeroa

Off-contract 2024: Aaron Pene, Joe Chan (MO 2025), Marion Seve, Nick Meaney, Reimis Smith

Analysis: Nick Meaney was one of the Storm’s best and most important players this season but he is weeks away from hitting the open market. A breakout season filling in at fullback for Ryan Papenhuyzen would’ve undoubtedly increased Meaney’s value and now it’s up to the Storm to work out their next move before rivals can swoop on him. Papenhuyzen is due back from an ankle injury early next season, meaning Meaney will likely have to vacate the No.1 jersey. There was talk of him becoming Melbourne’s bench utility but the rise of Sua Faalogo might change those plans. A move to the centres could solve that problem, but it seems like the power is in Meaney’s hands when it comes to his next contract move. Reimis Smith lost his spot in the 17 at one stage this season, while Aaron Pene and Marion Seve got limited opportunities in first grade. Joe Chan only got one taste of NRL this year and took bit of time to find his feet in Queensland Cup so it’s expected the club will wait a little longer before making a call.

KNIGHTS

Off-contract 2023: Bailey Hodgson, Brodie Jones, Dane Aukafolau, Hymel Hunt, Jack Johns, Kurt Mann

Off-contract 2024: Bradman Best, Dane Gagai, Enari Tuala, Jacob Saifiti, Krystian Mapapalangi, Mat Croker, Phoenix Crossland, Tyson Gamble

Analysis: There is a stack of talent in the Hunter set to hit the open market. Bradman Best is coming off his best season to date in which he made his State of Origin debut. The Knights are confident they will be able to re-sign Best on a deal said to be worth upwards of $700,000 a season. However it was recently revealed the Tigers are prepared to make a play for the 22-year-old on a $800,000-a-year deal if he does hit the open market on November 1. Daniel Saifiti’s future at the Knights is under the cloud, but there’s been no talk about his twin brother, Jacob, leaving. The 27-year-old had another solid year and by the end of it had overtaken his brother as starting prop. Phoenix Crossland had a breakout year while filling in for Jayden Brailey at hooker and is set to be rewarded with a new deal. Veteran centre Dane Gagai turned back the clock this year but he will be 34-years old before the 2025 season even starts. Meanwhile, Tyson Gamble will likely hit the market as he battles it out with the incoming Jack Cogger for a spot in the halves.

COWBOYS

Off-contract 2023: Ben Hampton, Brendan Elliott, Gehamat Shibasaki, Jake Bourke, Jordan McLean, Mitch Dunn, Taniela Sadrugu

Off-contract 2024: Chad Townsend, Coen Hess, Heilum Luki (PO 2025), Jake Granville, Jake Clifford, Jamayne Taunoa-Brown, Kyle Feldt, Sam McIntyre, Semi Valemei, Tom Dearden, Tom Chester

Analysis: The Cowboys have both their halves heading for the open market but the focus should be squarely on retaining 22-year-old Tom Dearden. The gun No. 6 is the future of North Queensland and the club tabled a $2 million three-year extension back in August, but it’s yet to be signed. Dearden could field offers up to $1 million on the open market due to a shortage of quality playmakers in the NRL. “He is only young so we’d love to have him here for another few years,” Cowboys general manager Michael Luck said. “With a longer term deal for a younger player, you want to make sure the deal is good for both club and player. Sometimes they take a bit longer to work through. Hopefully he agrees on a deal and we can keep him here for a long term.” Chad Townsend worked wonders for the Cowboys resurgence in 2022, but he’ll be 34 in 2025 and is unlikely to attract much attention on the open market. Backrower Heilum Luki, who has the power in his hands for 2025, has a big future but the 22-year-old is still trying to find consistency in the NRL.

EELS

Off-contract 2023: Ofahiki Ogden (PO 2024), Waqa Blake

Off-contract 2024: Andrew Davey, Bailey Simonsson, Daejarn Asi, Haze Dunster (MO 2025), Jirah Momoisea, Ky Rodwell, Makahesi Makatoa

Analysis: The Eels lost a host of stars following their 2022 grand final appearance but in the club’s defence they’ve got all their current stars locked down long term. Parramatta’s halves Mitchell Moses and Dylan Brown, fullback Clint Gutherson, front-rowers Junior Paulo and Reagan Campbell-Gillard are all locked down until at least the end of 2025. Samoa halfback Daejarn Asi is stuck behind Moses and will likely head to the open market, while Maori All Stars representative Bailey Simonsson is expected to re-sign with the club. Andrew Davey is reportedly weighing up medical retirement due to multiple concussions.

PANTHERS

Off-contract 2023: Chris Smith, Eddie Blacker

Off-contract 2024: Daine Laurie, Jarome Luai, Luke Garner, Matt Eisenhuth, Mitch Kenny, Paul Alamoti, Sunia Turuva, Taylan May, Tyrone Peachey, Zac Hosking

Analysis: Remarkably, the three-time reigning premiers only have one genuine star coming off contract in polarising No. 6 Jarome Luai. The Panthers have told Luai they cannot afford to pay him $800,000 per season due to salary cap pressure and they’ve accepted the playmaker will test his value on the open market. The Bulldogs and Tigers are reportedly preparing to table offers well over the $1 million mark, which will likely see Luai leave the foot of the mountains after already winning three premiership rings. Penrith officials will turn their attention to retaining Fijian flyer Sunia Turuva, who was crowned Dally M Rookie of the Year, and 22-year-old outside back Taylan May, who missed the entire 2023 NRL season with a knee injury. Mitch Kenny has filled the shoes of Api Koroisau with aplomb and with a hooker shortage across the league, the No. 9 could almost certainly secure a pay rise on the open market. But with no clear option knocking on the door at Penrith for his jersey, expect the club to prioritise his signature too.

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DRAGONS

Off contract 2023: Billy Burns, Tautau Moga, Tyrell Fuimaono, Nick Lui-Toso

Off contract 2024: Jaydn Su’A, Tyrell Sloan, Jack de Belin, Jack Bird, Ben Murdoch-Masila, Mathew Feagai, Max Feagai, Cody Ramsey, Francis Molo, Jaiyden Hunt, Moses Suli, Paul Turner

Analysis: Jaydn Su’A is contracted until the end of 2024 but he’s been linked to a Dragons exit for 12 months and the backrower reportedly seriously considered submitting a release request this time last year. Dolphins coach Wayne Bennett has declared his interest in the 25-year-old and Su’A was earlier this month spotted inspecting houses in Brisbane. Su’A made his NRL debut under Bennett at the Broncos in 2016 and made his Origin debut under the veteran coach.This time last year Tyrell Sloan wanted out of the Dragons but he is very much settled in the Red V now — in fact he purchased a home in Wollongong earlier this year. New coach Shane Flanagan has vowed to get the best out of Sloan, but there’s a real chance the exciting fullback will attract interest from rivals if he hits the open market. Jack de Belin is showing no signs of slowing down, but he will turn 33 in the opening rounds of next season. Flanagan has reportedly made a big call on the Feagai twins with Max told he is free to look elsewhere while his brother Mat is set to stay put. Jack Bird, who has a mutual option in his contract for 2025, is expected to hit the open market after he was embroiled in some drama regarding his future earlier this season. It was reported that he wanted out of the Dragons only for the 28-year-old to hit back claiming the report was false.

RABBITOHS

Off contract 2023: Terrell Kalo Kalo

Off contract 2024: Jai Arrow, Tom Burgess, Peter Mamouzelos, Isaiah Taas, Izaac Thompson, Michael Chee Kam, Shaquai Mitchell, Ben Lovett, Dean Hawkins, Josiah Karapani, Leon Te Hau, Taane Milne

Analysis: The biggest name at South Sydney set to hit the open market is Maroons forward Jai Arrow. The Rabbitohs have reportedly offered Arrow a three-year extension worth $2.5 million that will keep him at the club until the end of 2027. But Arrow hasn’t put pen to paper which suggests he wants to test his value on the open market. Peter Mamouzelos, 22, is seen as the long-term replacement for veteran hookerDamien Cookand the club won’t want to lose him. Isaiah Taas has been a regular in the centres for the Bunnies since making his NRL debut in Round 6 last year, but with a tight cap — and Jack Wighton arriving to play in the centres — the club could lose the 24-year-old to a cashed-up rival. Meanwhile, there’s murmurs that England international prop Tom Burgess could return to the UK to link up with brother Sam, who has been appointed head coach of Warrington.

ROOSTERS

Off contract 2023: Billy Smith, Connor Watson, Corey Allan, Jake Turpin, Nathan Brown

Off contract 2024: Joey Manu, Angus Crichton, Brandon Smith (PO 2025), Siua Wong, Terrell May, Daniel Tupou, Jared Waerea-Hargreaves, Luke Keary, Naufau Whyte, Nat Butcher, Sitili Tupouniua

Analysis: No club has more star power hitting the open market on November 1 than the Roosters. Rival clubs can come for the likes of Joey Manu, Brandon Smith and Angus Crichton, as well as veterans Luke Keary and Jared Waerea-Hargreaves. Manu was linked with incoming Dragons coach Shane Flanagan keen to throw big money at him, but Roosters coach Trent Robinson has declared “he’ll be here, I’d say, at the end of his career”. Manu’s worth to the Roosters has arguably gone up since Joseph Suaali’i signed with Rugby Australia. The club will no longer be forced to pick who will take over James Tedesco’s No.1 jersey one day — the Chooks are all-in on Manu. High-profile recruit Brandon Smith didn’t hit his straps until late in the 2023 season and despite only just joining the club this year, his player option in 2025 means he can negotiate with clubs from November 1 until he triggers it. Rising second rower Siua Wong only made his NRL debut in Round 18 but the 20-year-old made an immediate impression and is reportedly being chased by several rival clubs and Rugby Australia. Crichton has been heavily linked with a code switch and the Roosters have told the backrower he can negotiate with rugby union clubs. Terrell May enjoyed a breakout year and in his last six games of the season the bench prop averaged 135 running metres and 26 tackles a game — he only missed a total of four tackles over that period too. Keary, Waerea-Hargreaves and Tupou will all hit the open market on November 1. The former two are expected to retire at the end of next season, but Keary, at this stage, feels as though he could go round again.

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WARRIORS

Off-contract 2023: Taine Tuaupiki (CO 2024)

Off contract 2024: Shaun Johnson, Tohu Harris, Dallin Watene-Zelezniak, Jazz Tevaga, Josh Curran, Demitric Sifakula (CO 2025), Freddy Lussick, Jackson Ford, Luke Metcalf, Valingi Kepu

Analysis: Who would have thought this time last year that veteran halfback Shaun Johnson would be one of the hottest names to hit the open market on November 1, 2023. Johnson is in career-best form at the ripe old age of 33 and was denied this year’s Dally M Medal by just one vote. Considering Sea Eagles halfback Daly Cherry-Evans, who turns 35 in February, is showing no signs of slowing down then clubs will certainly be interested in Johnson for 2025 when he’ll be 35. Warriors skipper Tohu Harris is also on the wrong side of 30 but like his halfback, the lock is ageing like a fine wine. Harris, 31, will hit the open market on November 1 alongside Dally M Winger of the Year Dallin Watene-Zelezniak. The speedster is one of the highest-paid wingers in the NRL on around $600,000 but he could bump that up further at a struggling club after scoring 24 ties in 20 games this year. Second rower Josh Curran will hit the open market on November 1 but the 24-year-old has already been told by the Warriors that he’s free to negotiate with rivals — and two Sydney clubs are said to be interested.

WESTS TIGERS

Off contract 2023: Apisalome Saukuru, Brandon Wakeham, Charlie Staines, Tukimihia Simpkins

Off contract 2024: Stefano Utoikamanu (MO 2025), Junior Tupou, Asu Kepaoa, Shawn Blore, Aidan Sezer, Justin Matamua (CO 2025), Brandon Tumeth (PO 2025), Jake Simpkin, Rua Ngatikaura, Sione Fainu, Triston Reilly

Analysis: The Tigers’ number one priority should be on Blues representative front-rower Stefano Utoikamanu. The prop is currently negotiating an extension with the club beyond 2025, but Utoikamanu reportedly has a clause in his contract that allows him to depart at the end of 2024 if the Tigers fail to make finals. In any case, Utoikamanu has a mutual option for 2025 which means he can negotiate with rival clubs from November 1. The 23-year-old has also been left frustrated with people within the club leaking to the media, but declared he wants to stay at Concord. It’s where I want to be, yeah. Back at my old club (Parramatta), I didn’t get the same opportunity. I just want to give back (repay the Tigers).” Utoikamanu’s value has increased this year after making his NSW debut in Game II and Samoa debut against the Kangaroos last weekend. Adam Doueihi is the only experienced half on the Tigers’ books but after another knee injury he won’t return until the second half of 2024. Junior Tupou has impressed since making his debut in Magic Round last year, while Asu Kepaoa and Shawn Blore, when fit, have also been solid in a struggling side. However it’s been reported Blore is being floated in a swap deal with Storm star Justin Olam.Aidan Sezer is seen as a stopgap half and will likely have to play out of his skin to earn an extension beyond 2024.