Willie Peters outlines roster building strategy for PNG Chiefs amid backlash
Zero Tackle NRL • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 21, 2026, 5:29 AM
Last updated Oct 21, 2026
PNG Chiefs coach Willie Peters addressed concerns regarding tax-free incentives that attracted several high-profile players to the team. After leaving Hull KR, Peters is focused on constructing a competitive roster for the Chiefs. The incentive structure has drawn criticism yet facilitated signings of players such as Jarome Luai and Joseph Manu. Peters aims to finalize a halfback addition by November 1, with Hudson Young also linked to the Chiefs. The team recently unveiled its logo and jersey for the upcoming season, garnering mixed reactions.
- •Peters signed a four-year contract with the Chiefs lasting until 2030.
- •The Chiefs received backlash for utilizing tax-free salary incentives.
- •Players signed include Jarome Luai, Joseph Manu, and Zac Lomax.
- •Peters aims to finalize a halfback by November 1.
- •The Chiefs recently revealed their logo and jersey for the 2028 season.
- 5:29 AMZero Tackle NRL — Willie Peters reveals plans to build Chiefs roster amid tax-free backlash
"The Chiefs’ have also received criticism about tax-free incentives.
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