LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe
In the world of Rugby League, James Tedesco has long been considered a standout fullback, etching his name in the annals of history with two premiership victories, a prestigious Dally M Medal, and stellar performances leading the NSW Blues and Australian teams to State of Origin and World Cup glory.
Many have hailed him as a modern-day great, a lynchpin of the game.
Yet, as with all sports stars, time eventually catches up.
Recent developments have seen Tedesco relegated from both the NSW Blues and Australian squads, making way for the rise of Dylan Edwards, a four-time premiership-winning fullback.
Edwards has seized the opportunity with gusto, guiding the Blues to Origin success and aiding Australia in lifting the Pacific Cup.
With the Edwards era off to a flying start, many wonder if Tedesco will reclaim his spot in the coveted Blues and Kangaroos jerseys.
Will he be able to remain at the pinnacle of his game, or will a new generation of fullbacks take the reins? Only time will tell, but one thing is for certain - in the fast-paced world of Rugby League, complacency is never an option.