Canberra continued their rise under Cameron Ciraldo as they claimed a top-four finish.
However, that only tell half of the story after the Bulldogs first half of the campaign proved to be far superior to their second half.
The Dogs slipped from the top of the ladder to fourth while Lachlan Galvin was bedded in following a mid-season switch. But the playmaker wasn't able to guide his team to the promised land as they were dumped out of the finals in straight sets.
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Which players have left the Canterbury Bulldogs in 2025?
Canterbury made mid-season surgery on their spine despite riding high towards the top of the ladder.
Toby Sexton and Reed Mahoney were given the cold shoulder and signed elsewhere, while Lachlan Galvin was brought in and Bailey Hayward was promoted into the No.9 jersey.
Meanwhile, Tom Amone, Karl Oloapu and Ryan Sutton were granted early releases from their deals during the season.
Full list of Canterbury departures
| Player | New club |
|---|---|
| Tom Amone | Released |
| Reed Mahoney | North Queensland Cowboys |
| Kurtis Morrin | Gold Coast Titans |
| Karl Oloapu | Released |
| Toby Sexton | Catalans Dragons |
| Ryan Sutton | Released |
Who have the Bulldogs signed for 2026?
- Kade Dykes (Cronulla Sharks)
- Leo Thompson (Newcastle Knights)
Who have the Bulldogs re-signed for next season?
Canterbury have committed to their small, mobile pack once again with the likes of Harry Hayes, Josh Curran, Kurt Mann and Jaeman Salmon re-signing.
Bronson Xerri has been rewarded for his great form since arriving at Belmore with an extension.
Bailey Hayward was picked as the club's first choice hooker midway through the campaign and was promptly handed a long-term deal.