Bailey Hayward's contract extension raises questions about Reed Mahoney's role in the Bulldogs' squad.
Bailey Hayward's new contract extension and promotion to the Bulldogs' starting side has sparked fresh questions over Reed Mahoney role in Canterbury's 17-man squad for the rest of the season. Hayward is poised to become the long-term hooker at the Bulldogs after signing a contract extension on Monday that keeps him at the club until the end of 2028 and Mahoney's game time has gradually diminished this year after the mid-season arrival of Lachie Galvin.
Bulldogs coach Cameron Ciraldo provided a glimpse into his side's plans for the rest of the NRL season after making a late switch last week by benching Mahoney and opting to start with Hayward in the round 23 victory over the Warriors. Mahoney was named in the No.9 jersey but found...