The Penrith Panthers have secured the services of in-form winger Tom Jenkins, with the 25-year-old re-signing with the club until the end of 2029.
Player Background
Tom Jenkins has gone from strength to strength since returning to Penrith after a brief and disappointing stint with the Newcastle Knights in 2024, where he managed just five NRL appearances. A noted try-scorer at NSW Cup level with 52 tries in 69 matches, Jenkins has translated that finishing ability to the top grade, scoring 38 tries in just 45 NRL appearances.
Current Form & Impact
Jenkins is enjoying a breakout 2026 season, bagging 20 tries in only 13 games. He sits just five tries short of breaking Rhys Wesser’s long-standing Panthers club record for most tries in a single season (23 tries set in 2003, now 23 years ago). His pace, aerial ability and clinical finishing have made him one of the most dangerous attacking weapons in the competition.
Why It Matters for the Panthers
This re-signing marks the first major contract retention for the Panthers since Ivan Cleary announced he would step down as head coach at the end of the 2027 season. Retaining Jenkins provides important continuity and attacking spark as the club navigates a significant transitional period both on and off the field.
The deal signals the Panthers’ intent to keep their core attacking talent together as they look to build the next generation of their dynasty beyond the Cleary era.
Related
- 2026 NRL: Squads and Player Movements /nrl/signings/
