He was suspended from playing in 2020 after testing positive for cocaine, however it was reported on 14 Jan 2021 that his ban had been reduced due to a WADA rule change.

[3] Bridge started his career at Waterhead before joining Wigan Warriors in 2009.

[citation needed] On 23 April, Bridge was 'recalled' back to his home-town club Warrington.

[4] He was part of the Ireland squad at the 2013 Rugby League World Cup.

In 2016 he was called up to the Ireland squad for the 2017 Rugby League World Cup European Pool B qualifiers.