Josh Papalii to retire from Raiders

Papalii was reported to be leaving Canberra on 9 September; 7 outlets reported it, none carried a figure.

Multiple reports confirm Josh Papalii is leaving Canberra at season's end, with Fox Sports and The Canberra Times reporting his retirement in August 2026. His final home game and swansong season have been marked by the club, closing out a career with the Raiders.

Josh Papalii · Canberra · signed through 2026 · Cap Dramas Estimate: $495K a season (range $425K–$560K, Estimated).

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Josh Papalii to retire from Raiders

Papalii was reported to be leaving Canberra on 9 September; 7 outlets reported it, none carried a figure.

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