The Canberra Raiders are set to lock prop Ata Mariota into a contract extension and activate an option for back Chevy Stewart to remain at the club. As it stands, the Raiders have been one of the quietest clubs on the transfer market for 2027, with nine spots available, but no confirmed signings or departures. Mariota has been one of the rising stars of the Canberra forward pack, and could go to another level next year with more responsibility. Loading matchup…Stewart's place in the Canberra side, despite his enormous talent, has been very much on the fringes at this stage. It's understood both deals are all but done, with announcements from the club expected imminently.