Cowboys consider extending Taumalolo's contract beyond 2027
Zero Tackle NRL • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 22, 2026, 7:10 AM
Last updated Oct 22, 2026
The North Queensland Cowboys are open to extending Jason Taumalolo's contract, which expires at the end of 2027, contingent on his health and desire to continue playing. Taumalolo, who joined the Cowboys in 2010, has played 309 games and had a strong 2026 season, missing no matches. While injury issues have affected previous years, his fitness has been solid in 2026. The Cowboys are planning for the future with an ageing forward pack and have recently focused on developing young talent alongside Taumalolo.
- •Taumalolo's contract ends in 2027 but could extend to 2028.
- •He has played 309 games and was part of the 2015 premiership team.
- •2026 marked one of his best seasons with 24 appearances.
- •The Cowboys aim to develop younger players amidst an ageing forward line.
- •Negotiations can begin on November 1.
- 7:10 AMZero Tackle NRL — Jason Taumalolo weighing up extending career, Cowboys make call
"His decade-long contract ends at the conclusion of 2027.
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