LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
The footy world is buzzing with anticipation as the NRL has just dropped the list of 35 players in the running for the prestigious 2024 NRL Dally M Team of the Year.
This is the cream of the crop, folks - the best of the best in the beloved game.
Among the nominees are some heavy-hitters, including Dally M Medallist James Tedesco, a true legend of the game who took home the top prize back in 2019.
There are also five players who earned their stripes in the 2023 Dally M Team of the Year, showing they've got what it takes to mix it with the big boys.
We're talking about some real game-changers here, like the dynamic duo of centres Herbie Farnworth (now with the Dolphins) and Stephen Crichton (flying the flag for the Bulldogs), who have made big moves this season.
And let's not forget about powerhouse prop Addin Fonua-Blake (holding it down for the Warriors), crafty hooker Harry Grant (tearing it up for the Storm), and hard-hitting lock Pat Carrigan (representing the Broncos).
The Dally M Team of the Year is no joke - it's a true honour to be named among the best of the best in your position.
With single positions like fullback, five-eighth, halfback, lock, and hooker all up for grabs, the competition is fierce.
And with dual positions like wing, centre, second row, and front row also on the line, it's anybody's game.
The Dally M Awards are where dreams are made and legacies are cemented.
It's a night to celebrate the blood, sweat, and tears that these athletes pour into every game.
So mark your calendars for October 2, when the winners will be crowned in Sydney.
It's sure to be a night to remember, filled with thrills, spills, and plenty of good old-fashioned Aussie spirit.
Go on, you good things!