Josh Addo-Carr, recently dismissed from the Canterbury Bulldogs, expressed his hope that he’d made an impact after joining the club during its struggles. His contract was terminated following a positive roadside drug test for cocaine in September, ending his three-year tenure a year early, despite his $500,000-a-season deal.
Addo-Carr left Melbourne Storm to contribute positively to the Bulldogs, saying he aimed to support the club when it was at a low point. In his statement, he thanked fans and wished the team success moving forward, while expressing disappointment over his departure.
At a recent meeting with the Bulldogs’ board and legal representatives, Addo-Carr shared his side of the story. He maintained his innocence, stating he did not knowingly take any illicit substances and didn’t contest the fine to avoid negative attention for his family and the club.
The Bulldogs’ board decided to release Addo-Carr after finding that he had fallen short of club standards. The club’s statement highlighted the importance of building a strong, values-based culture, and it viewed the positive test and Addo-Carr’s lack of transparency as significant breaches of his contract.
Addo-Carr’s next potential move could be to St George Illawarra, though NRL restrictions will keep him off the field until the fourth round of the 2025 season.