LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe
The Wests Tigers have managed to escape the wooden spoon in 2025, as Benji Marshall's efforts to rebuild the Concord-based team are in full swing.
While they are not expected to become immediate premiership contenders, the Tigers appear to be heading in a more positive direction for a change.
In recent years, the club has publicly stated its ambition to become a 'development' hub, focusing on nurturing local talent for their first-grade team.
These initiatives are beginning to show results, and with a relatively stable roster, the future looks promising for the joint-venture.
However, the Tigers will still need to look beyond their current roster for reinforcements-new players who can instill a winning culture.
The situation at the Canterbury Bulldogs serves as a cautionary tale, having seen an almost complete roster overhaul in recent seasons.
While this doesn't suggest that the Tigers should follow the same path, they do face contract uncertainties with players like Jahream Bula and Jarome Luai, who have yet to commit for 2027. Addressing these contractual issues will be necessary once the November 1 deadline arrives.