Player Contract Status

[EasternWest]

I am happy with the signing and I am happy that you are happy.

Everyone's a winner baby that's the truth

[bornadog]

West continues Bulldogs legacy

Bulldogs? forward Rhylee West has extended his time in the red, white and blue, putting pen to paper on a two-year deal at Mission Whitten Oval.

The former father-son selection will remain at the Kennel until at least the end of the 2026 season, rewarded for a consistent campaign that has culminated in 17 goals across 13 games.

Celebrating his 50th game in Round 14, West put together his best performance in 2024, finishing with four goals and 13 touches in the 67-point win.

West was drafted via Pick 26 in the 2018 National Draft and has played 50 games in seven seasons.

“It’s exciting – I’m happy to be here at this footy club,” West said.

“Since I got here six years ago, the group has been very tight. I’ve grown with this group, and also seen them grow too.

“Reflecting on my journey so far, it’s obviously been a bit of a longer one – getting to 50 games – but I’m definitely grateful for how it has turned out.

“Without those challenges, I wouldn’t be where I am now.”

Western Bulldogs’ General Manager of List and Recruiting, Sam Power was pleased to have West locked away for the next two seasons.

“Rhylee continues to show plenty of promise as a small forward and we’re pleased to keep him at the Club into the future,” Power said.

“His ability to find the goals, create pressure and bring others into the game, while playing a selfless role at times, have been important traits this season.

“Having played only 50 games so far in his career, Rhylee will continue to develop as he gains more experience at AFL level.”

West joins Tom Liberatore, Jamarra Ugle–Hagan, Harvey Gallagher and Lachy Bramble in re-signing for the Bulldogs this season.

[GVGjr]

They're starting to work through the list of players not signed beyond this year rather than leave it all to the last month or so.
West deserved another contract, he's performed quite well.

[bornadog]

They're starting to work through the list of players not signed beyond this year rather than leave it all to the last month or so.
West deserved another contract, he's performed quite well.

Still a few to get through - big job

Tim English: 2024*
Bailey Smith: 2024
Riley Garcia: 2024
Jason Johannisen: 2024*
Jedd Busslinger: 2024
Charlie Clarke: 2024
Alex Keath: 2024
Buku Khamis: 2024
Dominic Bedendo: 2024
Lachie McNeil: 2024 (Rookie)*
Taylor Duryea: 2024 (Rookie)*
Kelsey Rypstra: 2024 (Rookie)

[bulldogtragic]

Rhylee and Levi West in 2026>. Giddy up.

[Jasper]

Still a few to get through - big job

Tim English: 2024*
Bailey Smith: 2024
Riley Garcia: 2024
Jason Johannisen: 2024*
Jedd Busslinger: 2024
Charlie Clarke: 2024
Alex Keath: 2024
Buku Khamis: 2024
Dominic Bedendo: 2024
Lachie McNeil: 2024 (Rookie)*
Taylor Duryea: 2024 (Rookie)*
Kelsey Rypstra: 2024 (Rookie)

What is the asterix for BAD? RFA?

[bulldogtragic]

What is the asterix for BAD? RFA?

Free agents.

[Jasper]

Free agents.

Thanks BT. I should have thought it through.

[Bulldog Joe]

From that list
English - hopefully
B Smith - looks like we need to push for best trade we can manage
Garcia - please sign - 2 years would do.
JJ - maybe time is up - Duryea type move to Rookie
Busslinger - Really needed to extend maybe 2
Clarke - 1 yr to show if he can improve
Keath - marginal at best
Buku - Trade? I wouldn't renew
Bedendo - Can't stay on the park. Time to go.
McNeill - Had enough chance
Duryea - Holding on better than expected - last player to retain for 2025vif he wants.
Rypstra - Needs a chance 1 yr extension

[bulldogtragic]

From that list
English - hopefully
B Smith - looks like we need to push for best trade we can manage
Garcia - please sign - 2 years would do.
JJ - maybe time is up - Duryea type move to Rookie
Busslinger - Really needed to extend maybe 2
Clarke - 1 yr to show if he can improve
Keath - marginal at best
Buku - Trade? I wouldn't renew
Bedendo - Can't stay on the park. Time to go.
McNeill - Had enough chance
Duryea - Holding on better than expected - last player to retain for 2025vif he wants.
Rypstra - Needs a chance 1 yr extension

Seems pretty solid to me. While you’re at it: Lobb, Daniel, Macrae or other?

[azabob]

What is the asterix for BAD? RFA?

The players BAD wants to delist… I thought he was an English fan

[bornadog]

The players BAD wants to delist… I thought he was an English fan

[Bulldog Joe]

Seems pretty solid to me. While you’re at it: Lobb, Daniel, Macrae or other?

Well we should always be trying to improve the list and the balance of the list.

While all 3 are at worst solid back up we must listen to offers.