NRL CONTRACT SHOW: Dragons and Dolphins busy + Penrith’s next move

NRL CONTRACT SHOW: Dragons and Dolphins busy + Penrith’s next move

Author: Zero Tackle August 11, 2026 Duration: 32:49

After breaking the news in May, Zero Tackle editor Scott Pryde covers the latest in Brain To’o’s move to the PNG Chiefs, and what it means for the future of Penrith’s squad. The Dragons and Dolphins have been busy to retain key names and bolster their rosters for the future, while the Warriors have been linked to multiple moves amid their premiership push. The boys also also run through the Recruit Rater to give verdicts on some of the biggest moves for 2026, and dive into the state of the North Queensland Cowboys’ squad.


⬇️ Today's Rundown:

00:00 Intro

01:02 Done Deals

07:26 On The Move

11:24 Whispers

17:35 Burning Question

22:57 Recruit Rater

26:15 State of Play: North Queensland Cowboys

32:09 What's Coming Up?


Recorded on 11/08/2026


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