St George Illawarra Dragons aim for 2027 NRL top eight finish
Zero Tackle NRL • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 21, 2026, 10:04 PM
Last updated Sep 21, 2026
The St George Illawarra Dragons seek to rebound in 2027, aiming to secure a top eight finish after a challenging 2026 season marked by their first wooden spoon. Following only five wins, the club has begun a roster rebuild with key signings including Scott Drinkwater, Keaon Koloamatangi, and Luke Metcalf. These acquisitions are intended to enhance the team's attacking capabilities and bolster its forward pack. Expectations for improvement remain high ahead of the new season.
- •Dragons finished 2026 season with five wins and a wooden spoon.
- •Key signings include Scott Drinkwater and Keaon Koloamatangi.
- •Dean Young served as interim head coach after Shane Flanagan's dismissal.
- •Tyrell Sloan delivered a memorable farewell with a game-winning field goal.
- 10:04 PMZero Tackle NRL — How the St George Illawarra Dragons make the top eight in 2027
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