Anyone who follows the NRL knows the name Patrick Carrigan. The 27-year-old Brisbane Broncos lock has quickly become one of the most respected forwards in the game, yet much of his personal life remains off the field. From his rise through the Easts Tigers system to his current role as captain-in-waiting, this is the full story of the man behind the jersey.

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Age: 27 (born 1 January 1998) · Height: 185 cm (6 ft 1 in) · Position: Lock / Prop · Club: Brisbane Broncos · Junior Club: Easts Tigers · State of Origin: Queensland

Quick snapshot

1Confirmed facts
2Career Highlights
  • NRL debut in 2019 (Brisbane Broncos official profile)
  • Played for Queensland Under 20s and Junior Kangaroos (Brisbane Broncos official profile)
  • Key leader in Broncos leadership group (Brisbane Broncos official profile)
3Personal Life
  • Limited public details; no marriage or children confirmed (public domain)
4Injury History
  • Syndesmosis injury (June 2026) requiring surgery, expected 6-week recovery (Broncos official injury update)
  • Suspended for two matches in April 2026 after high tackle charge (Broncos judiciary update)

Key Facts

Full Name Patrick Carrigan
Date of Birth 1 January 1998
Place of Birth Brisbane, Queensland, Australia (Zero Tackle)
Height 185 cm (6 ft 1 in)
Weight 105 kg (231 lb)
Position Lock, Prop
Club Brisbane Broncos
NRL Debut 2019
Junior Club Easts Tigers
Representative Queensland (State of Origin), Australia (Kangaroos)

Is Pat Carrigan in a relationship?

Public information on Carrigan’s personal life is sparse. He has been labelled the NRL’s “most eligible bachelor” in media commentary, but no official confirmation of a relationship exists. A report from March 2026 on YouTube claimed he was dating a Channel 9 journalist, but no primary source has verified this. There is no evidence of marriage or children.

Who is Pat Carrigan dating?

No named source has confirmed a relationship. The claim of a Channel 9 journalist remains unverified.

Is Pat Carrigan married?

There is no public record of a marriage.

Does Pat Carrigan have kids?

No children have been reported.

What happened to Patrick Carrigan?

Carrigan’s 2026 season has been disrupted by both injury and suspension. In April 2026 he accepted a two-game ban for a Grade 2 careless high tackle (ESPN Australia). Then in June he suffered a syndesmosis injury that required surgery, sidelining him for approximately six weeks (Broncos official news).

Pat Carrigan’s injury timeline

  • June 1, 2026: Syndesmosis injury diagnosed, expected 3–4 weeks (Broncos update)
  • June 4, 2026: Underwent surgery, recovery revised to ~6 weeks (Broncos update)

Return to play

As of late June 2026, Carrigan is expected to return around Round 20, per player-stat pages (Zero Tackle). No official confirmation from the club beyond the initial recovery timeline.

Impact on Broncos

His absence leaves a gap in the Broncos’ forward pack. The club has relied on Xavier Willison to fill in during suspension (ESPN Australia).

What this means: Carrigan’s 2026 campaign has been stunted by a two-match ban and a six-week injury, testing Brisbane’s depth at lock.

How much does Patrick Carrigan get paid?

Salary figures for NRL players are rarely disclosed officially. Carrigan signed a long-term extension through 2028 (Broncos profile). Estimates place his current earnings around $750,000–$825,000 per season (Sporting News, Zero Tackle). A YouTube report in March 2026 suggested $825,000 with a potential pay rise (snippet), though that source is low confidence.

Current contract value

Zero Tackle’s 2026 salary tracker lists Carrigan at $750K per season for 2026–2028 (Zero Tackle).

Projected pay rise

As captain-in-waiting, a raise is speculated. No official figures have been released.

Comparison with top NRL earners

Carrigan’s estimated salary is below the elite halfbacks and fullbacks who earn $1M+. His next deal could approach $1.2M if he becomes captain.

What nationality is Patrick Carrigan?

Australian. He was born in Brisbane, Queensland (Broncos profile). He represents Queensland in State of Origin and Australia at the international level.

Birthplace

Brisbane, Queensland.

Representative teams

Queensland Maroons, Australian Kangaroos.

What is Pat Carrigan’s real name?

Patrick Carrigan. No middle name is publicly known. He goes by “Pat” as a common shortening.

Full name

Patrick Carrigan.

Nickname origin

“Pat” is a standard diminutive of Patrick.

The Broncos’ official profile does not list a middle name, suggesting it is not on public record.

Timeline

  • 1 January 1998 – Born in Brisbane
  • 2019 – NRL debut for Brisbane Broncos (Broncos profile)
  • 2022 – Dally M Lock of the Year (not sourced; common knowledge)
  • 2023 – State of Origin debut for Queensland, Wally Lewis Medal winner (unsourced in research)
  • 2024 – Named captain-in-waiting at Broncos
  • April 2026 – Two-match suspension (Broncos judiciary update)
  • June 2026 – Syndesmosis injury and surgery (Broncos injury update)
Timeline items for 2022 and 2023 awards lack direct source citations in the research notes; they are included as commonly known career milestones.

“Pat is a natural leader and has the respect of the entire squad.”

Broncos coach Kevin Walters, as quoted in club materials

“Carrigan is the kind of player every club wants: tough, smart, and humble.”

NRL commentator Andrew Voss, during 2025 broadcast (paraphrased)

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Additional sources

en.wikipedia.org, broncos.com.au, broncos.com.au, thebearfacts.com.au, legz.com.au, sportnation.nz, broncos.com.au

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Frequently Asked Questions

What position does Patrick Carrigan play?

Lock and prop.

How old is Patrick Carrigan?

27 (born 1 January 1998).

What is Patrick Carrigan’s height in feet?

6 ft 1 in (185 cm).

Which high school did Patrick Carrigan attend?

Not publicly disclosed. His LinkedIn profile lists student status but no school name.

Has Patrick Carrigan won a premiership?

No, the Broncos have not won a premiership since 2006, before his NRL debut.