Owen Pattie may keep the number-nine jersey, raising uncertainty about Tom Starling's future with the Raiders.
Owen Pattie is expected to retain Canberra's number-nine jersey, strengthening doubts over Tom Starling's future with the Raiders.
Pattie limited Starling to about 20 minutes per match late in 2026, while Shaun Packer and Mitchell Brophy are also being considered for greater opportunities.
Starling reportedly has an informal agreement allowing him to leave Canberra before the 2027 season.