Adam Elliott's Future in the NRL: A New Chapter with the Rabbitohs
The highly sought-after forward, Adam Elliott, is set to continue his NRL career with the South Sydney Rabbitohs, ending a three-club bidding war. Despite being released by the Newcastle Knights, Elliott's consistent performance and versatility as a lock or hooker have not gone unnoticed. The Knights, under the leadership of Justin Holbrook, are undergoing a restructuring of their playing roster and salary cap, which may have contributed to their decision not to offer Elliott a new deal.
The Wests Tigers and St George Illawarra Dragons were also in the running for Elliott's signature, but the Rabbitohs emerged as the frontrunners. News Corp reports that an offer has been made, and Elliott is expected to sign with the club in the coming days. However, this deal is reportedly only a one-year, cut-price contract, with the Rabbitohs' salary cap stretched after signing David Fifita.
Elliott, who played just seven games in 2025 due to an arm injury, will be a valuable addition to the Rabbitohs. Despite the recent departures of Davvy Moale, Jacob Host, Siliva Havili, and Shaquai Mitchell, Elliott's experience and skills will be crucial for the team's success. The Rabbitohs' starting lineup is expected to include Cameron Murray, Lachlan Hubner, and Tallis Duncan, with Elliott potentially joining the bench as a key player.
With a total of 173 NRL games under his belt, Elliott's journey in the NRL has been remarkable. His time with the Bulldogs, Raiders, and Knights has prepared him for this new challenge with the Rabbitohs, where he will undoubtedly play a significant role in their future success.
