Hull FC land another NRL recruit for 2027

The 30 year-old forward brings more than 130 games of NRL experience to England.

By Leo Twemlow · Zero Tackle

Published: Monday, 9 November 2026 at 10:32 PM

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Hull FC has signed St George Illawarra Dragons forward Josh Kerr on a two-year permanent deal for 2027.
The Dragons approved Kerr's immediate release from the final year of his NRL contract.
Kerr has played over 130 NRL games and captained the Indigenous All Stars in 2025.

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Super League side Hull FC has announced the signing of forward Josh Kerr on a two-year contract ahead of the 2027 season. The 130-game NRL veteran was granted an immediate release from the final year of his deal with the St George Illawarra Dragons. Kerr joins a growing list of recruits for the club under coach Steve McNamara.

Kerr brings significant top-flight experience, having represented the Dragons and Redcliffe Dolphins, as well as captaining the Indigenous All Stars in 2025. Hull FC coach McNamara noted that Kerr will add vital size, physicality, and leadership to the forward pack. Meanwhile, the Dragons are restructuring their roster following a wooden spoon finish in 2026.

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