Veteran Broncos halfback Adam Reynolds could be forced into early retirement due to the club’s tightening salary cap situation.
The 34-year-old was initially expected to retire at the end of the 2025 season, with Brisbane’s management intending to redirect his salary to secure the futures of key stars. However, as reported by Code Sports, Reynolds is keen to extend his playing career. Hull KR coach Willie Peters is reportedly interested in bringing the experienced playmaker to the UK Super League.
Despite that, Reynolds has made it clear he won’t sign with another NRL team if he decides to keep playing. He is already preparing for a post-playing role in coaching at Brisbane.
The Broncos’ salary cap has become increasingly stretched, especially after signing Ben Hunt to a two-year deal. On top of that, several current players—including Kotoni Staggs, Payne Haas, Selwyn Cobbo, Koby Hetherington, and Cory Paix—are coming off contract. All five have performed strongly in 2025 and will be pushing for upgraded deals, while stars like Reece Walsh and Pat Carrigan have already received pay bumps.
Although Reynolds wants to continue playing, ongoing injury concerns could be a factor. He suffered a fresh hamstring injury in Saturday’s win over the Tigers and was coy about his future when asked post-match.
“I’ve still got a job to do this year,” Reynolds said. “I’m enjoying it, I feel like I still have plenty to offer. I’m not thinking about next year yet—just focused on getting my body right for next week.”
On Triple M’s Sunday Sin Bin, Fox League’s James Hooper stressed how crucial Reynolds is to the Broncos, even if his appearances become limited.
“If I’m the Broncos, I’m doing everything to keep him,” Hooper said. “Even if he only plays 10 games, you want him there for the finals. He’s too important. They may need to reshuffle their forward depth—Ben Te Kura, for example, isn’t featuring at the moment.”
Broncos CEO Dave Donaghy added that the club won’t rush any decision out of respect for Reynolds.
“It’s early days,” Donaghy told News Corp. “We want to give Reyno the time to get through a few games and assess where he’s at mentally and physically. He’s earned that.”
