FIVE November 1 NRL contract targets: The Dolphins

Scott Pryde highlights five potential recruitment targets for the Dolphins ahead of the November 1 signing window for 2028. Facing a looming salary cap crunch, the Kristian Woolf-led side must balance retention with targeted, cost-effective additions. Pryde identifies Melbourne Storm forward Josh King, South Sydney duo Latrell Siegwalt and Bronson Garlick, Gold Coast Titans utility Chris Randall, and Wests Tigers forward Fonua Pole as viable options.

According to the report, the Dolphins are expected to retain Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow on a lucrative extension, while outside backs Herbie Farnworth and Jack Bostock could depart. Forward Thomas Flegler also reportedly faces external interest. Consequently, Pryde argues the Dolphins must prioritize durable, defensively sound, and affordable players to maintain squad balance and support their long-term premiership ambitions.