LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
'All the opportunity in the world': How Souths rising star Jye Gray could steal Latrell Mitchell's fullback spot
In a twist of fate, NRL up-and-comer Jye Gray has a golden opportunity to snag the coveted fullback position at South Sydney, with Latrell Mitchell currently benched due to suspension.
The 20-year-old Gray burst onto the scene in his debut match against Cronulla, showcasing his raw talent and sparking speculation that he could lock down the No.
1 jersey even when Mitchell returns to the lineup.
Despite being sidelined for a head injury assessment for 15 minutes, Gray managed an impressive 172 meters from 15 runs in his first game.
It's safe to say that he had the potential to crack the 200-meter mark if not for his temporary absence.
On the flip side, Mitchell has been under the pump for what critics perceive as a lack of effort, particularly in his defensive and positional play, since his move from the Roosters to the Rabbitohs, where he transitioned from centre to fullback.
With Gray's emergence, the pressure is on Mitchell to step up his game and prove that he's still the top dog at Souths.
Time will tell if Gray can maintain his momentum and cement his place as the starting fullback for the Rabbitohs.