NRL news from around the web

Robinson reveals ‘simple’ Walker message in contract drama, DCE’s cryptic reply on future

from FOX SPORTS League

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 at 11:45pm AEST

Trent Robinson has revealed the “sign” Sam Walker was switched on despite his ongoing contract drama as the Roosters halfback steered his team to a 12-6 win over Penrith on Thursday night.

‘It’s back’: DCE fumes as one word that haunted NRL fans returns

from FOX SPORTS League

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 at 9:24pm AEST

It’s back.

Live: Panthers and Roosters locked in tight heavyweight battle

from ABC News: Rugby League

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 at 7:30pm AEST

Points are at a premium as the Panthers take on the Roosters in the NRL's minor premiership battle. Follow live.

LIVE: Superstar returns in big minor premiership boost as Roosters’ horror record laid bare

from FOX SPORTS League

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 at 7:11pm AEST

Dylan Edwards returns from injury in a blockbuster game between the Penrith Panthers and Sydney Roosters that could decide the minor premiership.

Ex-NRL and Origin star to stand trial over alleged child choking

from FOX SPORTS League

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 at 3:52pm AEST

A former NRL star has been accused of seriously assaulting a young child, leaving them with injuries to their neck, a court has been told.

‘Was in my office yesterday’: Cameron Ciraldo bites back over Jacob Preston low-ball rumours

from FOX SPORTS League

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 at 2:29pm AEST

Bulldogs coach Cameron Ciraldo is confident boom backrower Jacob Preston will re-sign with the club despite suggestions in recent days that the current offer isn’t near what he and his management are looking for.

NRL 2026: Panthers drop down in Power Rankings as Roosters take top spot, premiership race, ladder, Warriors, Tigers

from FOX SPORTS League

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 at 1:32pm AEST

They’ve been top dogs all season, but the Panthers have dropped in the Power Rankings after their loss to the Warriors where they were hit with a major injury blow.

The big question for Broncos after shock loss... and how it shattered NRLW myth

from FOX SPORTS League

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 at 12:00pm AEST

For 15 straight games, the Brisbane Broncos had found a way to win. Then in Canberra, they didn’t.

‘Waste of time’: Michael Maguire’s fate revealed as explosive report exposes disastrous Brisbane Broncos boot camp

from FOX SPORTS League

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 at 11:32am AEST

Explosive details have emerged about the Broncos’ pre-season have come to light following what has been a nightmare premiership defence in 2026.

‘Get in before Nathan’: Shock Cleary twist in Walker’s bombshell Roosters contract shutdown

from FOX SPORTS League

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 at 10:31am AEST

Arguably the biggest question in rugby league right now is who will be the PNG Chiefs halfback for their inaugural season in 2028.