The Bulldogs delivered a convincing victory in Round 25, reinforcing the importance of retaining their talented second-row player, Jacob Preston.
Meanwhile, a leading premiership contender faces a potentially pivotal decision at the selection table.
Additionally, one unique player is likely to make rival teams "nervous" as the finals approach.
Canterbury Bulldogs premiership winner Reni Maitua has voiced strong criticism towards his old club regarding its reported contract offer to Jacob Preston, calling it "disrespectful" and "disgusting."
Reports surfaced late last week indicating that Preston and his representatives had turned down the Bulldogs' latest contract proposal, which was worth $1.9 million over three years.
This sparked backlash from former players and commentators, including Maitua, who claimed the Bulldogs were undervaluing the back-rower with their reported offer of $633,000 per season, falling significantly short of his market value.