LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
Zero Tackle is set to reveal its "Top 100 Young Players Yet to Play in the NRL" over the next two weeks.
This list showcases promising talents who have yet to make their debut in first-grade rugby league.
The journey to stardom for many NRL players begins in youth competitions, with each player on the field at one time simply a hopeful name awaiting their moment.
As established stars retire, new talents emerge from the lower grades.
In recent years, players like Blaize Talagi, Lachlan Galvin, and Isaiah Iongi have notably made their debuts and captured the attention of the rugby league community.
This trend prompts the question: "who's next?"
To identify the future stars of the NRL, Zero Tackle has spent hours analyzing performances from various youth competitions, including the Harold Matthews Cup, Mal Meninga Cup, NSW Cup, and QLD Cup.
The effort aims to spotlight the league's next generation and their potential to shape the future of rugby league.