Bulldogs.com.au takes a look back at season 2016 in a three part series.
Round 19: BYE
Round 20: Cowboys 36 Bulldogs 0
The North Queensland Cowboys strolled to a 36-0 win over the Bulldogs after a dominant first-half performance led by Johnathan Thurston.
Injuries: Johnathan Thurston (hamstring).
Round 21: Bulldogs 13 Dragons 10
The Bulldogs went to the sheds ahead 13-0 at half-time but let the Dragons back into the contest in the second half, eventually running out 13-10 victors on the back of some determined defence on their own line.
Injuries: Greg Eastwood (leg).
Judiciary: Josh Reynolds (tripping), Tyson Frizell (contact with match official), Joel Thompson (careless high tackle).
Round 22: Bulldogs 28 Knights 14
A crucial charge down from Sam Kasiano swung the game Canterbury's way as the Bulldogs ran out 28-14 winners over the Knights in Newcastle on Saturday.
Injuries: Nathan Ross (hamstring).
Round 23: Bulldogs 20 Sea Eagles 16
A Josh Reynolds try in the second half of golden point extra time effectively ended the Sea Eagles' season as the Bulldogs won their third match in a row to consolidate their spot in the top four.
Injuries: Raymond Faitala-Mariner (concussion), Dylan Walker (shoulder), Tom Trbojevic (ankle).
Judiciary: James Graham (careless high tackle).
Round 24: Broncos 20 Bulldogs 10
Brisbane scored another win in front of the Suncorp Stadium faithful as errors cruelled Canterbury's chances.
Injuries: Corey Oates (concussion).
Judiciary: Sam Kasiano (dangerous contact - head/neck).
Round 25: Bulldogs 16 Cowboys 24
North Queensland leapfrogged the Bulldogs into the top four following a comfortable 24-14 win at Belmore Sports Ground thanks to a Johnathan Thurston masterclass.
Injuries: No major injuries.
Judiciary: No charges.
Round 26: Rabbitohs 28 Bulldogs 10
The Bulldogs slumped to their third loss on the trot to put serious question marks on their premiership credentials just a week out from the finals. The Rabbitohs with nothing to play for other than pride smashed a lacklustre Canterbury side 28-10.
Injuries: No major injuries.
Judiciary: Sam Burgess (tripping).
Elimination Final: Panthers 28 Bulldogs 12
The Penrith Panthers were at their attacking best on Sunday afternoon, ending the Canterbury Bulldogs' season with a 28-12 win at Allianz Stadium.
Injuries: Michael Lichaa (concussion), Josh Reynolds (concussion), Brett Morris (knee), Waqa Blake (shoulder)
Judiciary: No charges.
