LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe
Melbourne halfback Jahrome Hughes is in pole position to clinch the prestigious Dally M Award at the upcoming ceremony, but who else has a shot at making the Team of the Year cut? Let's break down each nominee.
News has it that Melbourne halfback Jahrome Hughes is leading the pack to be named the Dally M Award winner for 2024, solidifying his status as the NRL's standout player.
However, as we've seen before, anything can happen in the final stretch, just like when Shaun Johnson was edged out by Kalyn Ponga in a thrilling finish last year.
Despite Hughes being the favorite, Sydney Roosters' James Tedesco is making a strong comeback and is expected to give him a run for his money, especially after picking up his game towards the end of the season.
And the competition doesn't stop there, with the battle for positional awards heating up, particularly for the coveted winger of the year title.
While two wingers will be honored, Penrith's Brian To'o is already a frontrunner for one of the awards.
Dragons' coach Shane Flanagan's move to position Zac Lomax on the wing proved to be a game-changer, elevating the 25-year-old's performance early in the season, albeit experiencing a slight dip post the State of Origin series.