Jesse McLean signs with Bulldogs for the 2027 NRL season
Zero Tackle NRL • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 9:22 AM
Last updated Sep 22, 2026
The Canterbury Bulldogs have secured the signing of Jesse McLean for the 2027 NRL season. McLean, an outside back, has been confirmed by his brother, Casey McLean, who expressed mixed feelings about the move. Jesse McLean debuted for the Penrith Panthers in 2023 and has played only four NRL games so far. The Bulldogs face roster changes, with Bronson Xerri leaving for the Melbourne Storm and several key players retiring or transitioning to new positions. The club is now working to finalize its roster before the new season begins.
- •Jesse McLean is joining the Bulldogs from the Panthers for 2027.
- •McLean has played four NRL games since his debut in 2023.
- •Brother Casey McLean confirmed Jesse's move to the Bulldogs.
- •The Bulldogs currently have nine roster spots available.
- •Bronson Xerri, Marcelo Montoya, and Stephen Crichton are among key roster changes.
- 9:22 AMZero Tackle NRL — Panthers back to depart for Bulldogs in 2027
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