The Perth Bears are joining the NRL—and the boys are divided. Jez loves the North Sydney connection, Billy Moore’s vision, and the player pathways. Ryan says it’s an identity crisis that does neither WA nor the Bears justice.

In this episode of Ahead of the Game, Ryan and Jez argue out the future of rugby league’s newest club, break down signing strategies, and pitch who should be targeted for 2027. From Payne Haas to Galvin to Sandon Smith—could one of them be the Bears' Day 1 halfback?

The show wraps with Bang Bang, and both boys go bold. Jez tips Adelaide to cover 24+ in the Showdown, while Ryan backs North Melbourne to cover 36.5 against Brisbane. It’s spicy.

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