Jayden Brailey joins Wests Tigers

The Wests Tigers can today confirm the signing of experienced hooker Jayden Brailey on a two-year deal from 2027. 

Brailey has played 170 NRL games and provides depth to the hooker and lock positions.

A creative hooker, Brailey started his first-grade career at the Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks in 2017, going on to play 69 games before departing the club after three seasons.

He then joined the Newcastle Knights in 2020 where he became an integral part of their team with his strong running game and solid defence over six seasons in his 85 games.

Following his departure from the Knights, Brailey has spent this season at the Canberra Raiders where he has made 16 appearances.

Brailey said he was excited to be joining the Wests Tigers and be a part of a proud club full of rich history.

“It’s a very talented, young roster who have shown what they’re capable of. I’m really looking forward to adding my own strengths and experience to bring some success to the club,’’ Brailey said. 

To work alongside Benji was a huge attraction for me. His vision for the club and playing group played a big part in my decision and I’m confident my best footy lies ahead of me under Benji.

Jayden Brailey

Brailey also said there was a special family connection to the club for him through his Pop, Brian Brailey, who played 16 games at five-eighth for the Balmain Tigers from 1960-62. 

“I’m so proud to be able to carry on Pop’s legacy and also carve out a path for myself,’’ he added.

Wests Tigers NRL Head Coach, Benji Marshall said there were plenty of qualities to like about Brailey. 

“I like the person he is. His character, integrity, he’s very knowledgeable, and a footy head who loves the game,’’ Marshall said. 

He brings a level of leadership that can help impact some of the young guys we’ve got here, particularly the hookers we’ve got coming through.

Benji Marshall NRL Head Coach

“One of the things we found this year is we need to create a bit more depth.

“Jayden gives us a ready-made first grader with experience who can play lock and hooker.”