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The Raiders reconsider Chevy Stewart's future as uncertainty grows ahead of the 2026 season.

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The Canberra Raiders are reconsidering the future of Chevy Stewart, who was previously allowed to leave the club if he secured a new contract elsewhere, as they head into the 2026 NRL season.

Stewart, a promising fullback alongside talent such as Liam Ison, Sua Fa'alogo, and Isaiah Iongi, has faced uncertainty regarding his position in Canberra over recent months.

Originally viewed as a key player for the club after his transfer from Cronulla, Stewart has since been overshadowed by Kaeo Weekes, who recently signed a long-term extension and established himself as the primary choice for the jersey.

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Morgan Smithies of the Raiders discusses a potential contract extension until 2029.

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The Canberra Raiders forward, Morgan Smithies, is currently in discussions about his long-term future, with a contract extension reportedly available until the end of 2029.

Since joining from the English Super League, Smithies has made a significant impact with the Raiders. His tough playing style both on the edge and in the middle has established him as a permanent member of Ricky Stuart's top 17, which clinched the minor premiership in 2025.

Despite being off-contract at the end of 2026, Smithies has been eligible to negotiate with other teams since November 1, leading to speculation about a possible departure from the Raiders.

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Morgan Smithies is negotiating a contract extension with the Raiders through 2029.

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Canberra Raiders forward Morgan Smithies is in the process of negotiating his long-term future, with a contract extension reportedly on the table through to the end of 2029.

Smithies has been a revelation with the Raiders since joining from the English Super League, with his hard-nosed play on the edge and in the middle seeing him become a permanent part of Ricky Stuart's best 17 who took out the minor premiership in 2025.

All signs point to him re-signing though, with The Canberra Times reporting a three-year extension through to the end of 2029 is on the table.

CEO Don Furner revealed Smithies' contract negotiations were on hold while he was overseas, having played in the Rugby League World Cup, and then being on holidays, but admitted they are keen to get a deal done before the end of the year.

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