Sam Verrills returns to Roosters on development deal for 2027
Zero Tackle NRL • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 20, 2026, 7:51 AM
Last updated Oct 20, 2026

Sam Verrills is set to sign a development deal with the Sydney Roosters for 2027, following his departure from the Gold Coast Titans at the end of the 2026 season. His time with the Titans ended amidst challenges under head coach Josh Hannay, and reports indicate he opted for a return to Australia instead of moving to the English Super League. The Roosters plan to upgrade his contract to a Top 30 spot mid-season, as he competes for the backup dummy half position behind Reece Robson, who has a three-year contract with the team.
- •Verrills departed the Titans due to a lack of opportunities.
- •He previously played 48 games for the Roosters from 2017 to 2021.
- •The development deal aims to manage the club's salary cap effectively.
- •Verrills will compete with Benaiah Ioelu for the backup role.
- •He has played 117 NRL games in total.
- 7:51 AMZero Tackle NRL — Surprise Roosters plan emerges in pursuit of Sam Verrills
"The hooker left the Titans at the end of 2026.
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