The Toyota Forklifts Canberra Raiders have commenced pre-season, with several players returning to Raiders HQ to begin preparations for the 2026 season.
The Raiders have welcomed three new players into the top 30 from outside the club in 2026, with Jayden Brailey (Knights), Daine Laurie (Panthers) and Sione Finau (Dragons) all joining the club.
Jake Clydsdale and Joe Roddy have been elevated into the top 30 squad for 2026.
Below is a list of full-time contracted players as of November 1, who have started or will commence training over the coming weeks.
December 3 update
The Raiders can confirm the signing of young halfback Coby Black on a three-year deal, joining the club effective immediately.
The Raiders would like to thank Raider #406 Manaia Waitere for his time at the club. Manaia departs the Raiders to take on an opportunity at the Melbourne Storm.
| Top 30 |
|---|
| Michael Asomua |
| Coby Black |
| Jayden Brailey |
| Jake Clydsdale |
| Sione Finau |
| Corey Horsburgh |
| Zac Hosking |
| Sebastian Kris |
| Daine Laurie |
| Ata Mariota |
| Myles Martin |
| Noah Martin |
| Matty Nicholson |
| Josh Papalii |
| Owen Pattie |
| Vena Patuki-Case |
| Joe Roddy |
| Ethan Sanders |
| Simi Sasagi |
| Xavier Savage |
| Morgan Smithies |
| Tom Starling |
| Chevy Stewart |
| Ethan Strange |
| Jed Stuart |
| Savelio Tamale |
| Joe Tapine |
| Matt Timoko |
| Kaeo Weekes |
| Hudson Young |
| Development Players |
|---|
| Mark Tuialii |
| Jayze Tuigamala |
| Ethan Alaia |
| Shaun Packer |
| Training Contract (Full Season) |
|---|
| Malachi Smith |
| Kain Anderson |
| Jalen Afamasaga |
