Cowboys captains 'dialled in' for Knights finals clash Todd Payten's decision to elevate Reuben Cotter and Tom Dearden to the co-captaincy has reaped rewards ahead of the knockout finals clash with Newcastle. AAP · Sep 13, 2024
'Be careful': The player feedback Payten needed to hear Todd Payten has revealed how an honest message from senior players helped change his demeanour and turned North Queensland's NRL season around. AAP · Sep 11, 2024
Clifford lives up to his promise of returning to NRL Cowboys half Jake Clifford knew he wasn't done with the NRL when he moved to England at age 24, but he didn't expect a finals return to come so quickly. AAP · Sep 9, 2024
NRL make last-minute finals change to avoid AFL clash The NRL have changed their finals schedule at the 11th hour to avoid a clash with the AFL, swapping around their plans for Saturday night and Sunday afternoon. AAP · Sep 8, 2024
Cotter's plea after scrappy Cowboys' Storm escape North Queensland workhorse Reuben Cotter has demanded better from his team after they escaped with victory against an under-strength Melbourne. AAP · Aug 29, 2024
Cowboys' Payten issues Storm warning, Taumalolo returns North Queensland coach Todd Payten is not buying into any rails run against an understrength Melbourne as the Cowboys seek to secure a home final. AAP · Aug 28, 2024
No bitterness for Payten as Holmes leaves Cowboys North Queensland coach Todd Payten is sad to see premiership-winning centre Valentine Holmes go, but says his departure frees up space for future stars. AAP · Aug 16, 2024
Broncos' Mam has ankle surgery, better news on Haas Brisbane prop Payne Haas has avoided surgery on a foot injury while No.6 Ezra Mam is recovering after going under the knife for an ankle injury. AAP · Aug 9, 2024
Justin Olam's season could be over after high shot Justin Olam was sent off for a high shot on North Queensland's Heilum Luki and the Wests Tigers centre is now facing suspension. AAP · Aug 2, 2024
Edwards spared severe injury as clubs count Origin toll Penrith fullback Dylan Edwards is one of six confirmed State of Origin players who won't back up for their NRL clubs in round 20 after a brutal series decider. AAP · Jul 19, 2024
Origin-depleted Cowboys hope to end Penrith hoodoo North Queensland will be without six State of Origin stars as they attempt to clinch their first NRL win at Penrith since 2016. AAP · Jun 29, 2024
Cowboys rest Origin representatives Robson, Taulagi North Queensland have ruled out at least two of their State of Origin representatives for their round-14 clash with the Warriors. AAP · Jun 7, 2024
Valentine Holmes avoids Origin ban for hip-drop tackle Valentine Holmes is set to play in Queensland's State of Origin series opener after avoiding a ban for a hip-drop tackle against Wests Tigers. AAP · May 24, 2024
Origin fight for NSW nines, Payten backs Dearden recall NSW hooking contenders Reece Robson and Api Koroisau do battle in Townsville as North Queensland co-captain Tom Dearden edges closer to a Queensland recall. AAP · May 23, 2024
AAP · May 18, 2024 Payten looks in mirror to break Cowboys' losing cycle North Queensland coach Todd Payten said he questioned himself and changed some things during a five-game losing streak that ended with a win over South Sydney.
AAP · May 12, 2024 Payten faces one of his toughest tests as Cowboys coach North Queensland are in the midst of a five-game losing streak and coach Todd Payten has urged them to scrap their way out of the hole they are in.
AAP · Apr 26, 2024 Cowboys sign Harrison Edwards, set to release Gosiewski Todd Payten has confirmed North Queensland's signing of Canterbury's Harrison Edwards and called for defensive clout from the Cowboys against Penrith.
AAP · Apr 21, 2024 Got to shift our attitude: Payten ponders Cowboys cull North Queensland coach Todd Payten is considering changes to the Cowboys' line-up after his side was thoroughly outplayed by Cronulla.
AAP · Apr 18, 2024 Manly's Lawton signs with Cowboys on two-year deal Manly utility Karl Lawton will join North Queensland from next year, on a deal which runs until the end of 2026.
AAP · Apr 8, 2024 Cowboys centre Laybutt out for season with ACL tear Scans have confirmed North Queensland centre Zac Laybutt has ruptured an anterior cruciate ligament and will not play again in the 2024 NRL season.
AAP · Apr 7, 2024 Payten confused over Townsend's hip-drop sin-binning North Queensland coach Todd Payten has questioned why Chad Townsend was sin-binned for a hip drop against Gold Coast, joining a long list of confused coaches.
AAP · Apr 6, 2024 Cowboys target fast start in Granville's milestone game North Queensland legend Jake Granville will play his 200th NRL game for the club against Gold Coast as his coach prepares the team to fix their sluggish starts.
AAP · Mar 28, 2024 Battle for Finefeuiaki heats up, Cowboys up for fight The Dolphins are circling, but influential North Queensland figures have outlined why they intend to keep off-contract back-rower Kulikefu Finefeuiaki.
AAP · Mar 27, 2024 Former Cowboys captains inspire unbeaten NRL start North Queensland coach Todd Payten has hailed the humility and first class response by Jason Taumalolo and Chad Townsend after being relieved of the captaincy.
AAP · Mar 26, 2024 Cowboy Drinkwater no longer a gunslinger: Coach Payten North Queensland fullback Scott Drinkwater has developed into a complete player and coach Todd Payten says it is due to his selfless dedication to the craft.