LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
The start of an NRL season is widely regarded as one of the most exciting times of the year.
There's a palpable sense of hope in the air, regardless of its authenticity.
Every team has the opportunity to reach the Finals, and even the Grand Final, making the possibilities captivating!
As fans, we can easily convince ourselves that "this is the year." However, for 16 teams (soon to be 17), that belief might not actually pan out.
Today, we turn the attention to 2026, particularly focusing on what your team can anticipate next year.
These reflections are intended to be light-hearted yet sincere.
With that in mind, listed below is what your club has to look forward to in 2026: