LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe
November 1 is a significant date for rugby league players as it marks the day when off-contract players are free to negotiate with other clubs.
Today, a total of 160 NRL players officially hit the open market, including some big names such as premiership winners, international stars, and players who made it to the 2023 Dally M Team of the Year.
One player who will attract a lot of attention is Mam, the Grand Final star.
It remains to be seen where he will end up, but the Broncos are confident that he will choose to stay with the club.
Another player in the spotlight is Oates, an injury-riddled winger who is yet to secure his future.
However, reports suggest that he is willing to take a pay cut to remain at the Broncos.
Papalii, a star player in the capital, heads the list of players off contract.
It is expected that both he and the club will exercise their mutual option to extend his contract until 2025.
On the other hand, there are questions surrounding the futures of Rapana and Whitehead, who are facing decisions about whether they will continue playing beyond the 2024 season.
Woolford, a young hooker, is expected to be retained by his current club.
However, the future of Cotric, a former representative star, is less clear.
He fell out of favor with Ricky Stuart and failed to make the Raiders lineup for a significant portion of the year, so he may be seeking opportunities elsewhere.
Mariota, a player who burst onto the scene this year, is likely to be part of Ricky Stuart's long-term plans, having featured in 16 games and establishing himself as a future star.
Overall, November 1 is a crucial day for NRL players as they have the freedom to explore potential moves to other clubs.
The market is now open, and it will be fascinating to see where these players end up and how their careers progress.