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Addo-Carr reveals financial cost of false-positive drugs test

Josh Addo-Carr says he has “still got so much to give” to Parramatta as the Eels board considers his future after a false positive roadside drugs test…

Published: Tuesday, 3 November 2026 at 12:30 AM
Addo-Carr reveals financial cost of false-positive drugs test
Key Things to Know
  • Josh Addo-Carr lost almost $400,000 in sponsorships after an initial false-positive roadside drug test.
  • A secondary laboratory test returned negative, clearing the winger of any police action.
  • Major sponsors including Nike, Red Bull, and DoorDash immediately severed ties following the incident.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Josh Addo-Carr has lost nearly $400,000 in endorsement deals following an initial false-positive roadside drug test result. The Parramatta Eels winger recently fronted the club's board after a secondary laboratory oral fluid test returned negative, clearing him of any police action. Major brands including Nike, Red Bull, and DoorDash cut ties immediately after the initial test result on September 11.

The 31-year-old reiterated his commitment to the Eels as the board considers whether to terminate his $450,000 per-annum contract. A final decision on Addo-Carr's playing future with the club is expected later this week.

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