LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe
After a legendary seven-season stint and 147 gritty matches for the St George Illawarra Dragons, Ben Hunt has bid farewell as he was released from the final season of his contract.
His departure has left a massive void in the team, prompting the Dragons to gear up for a new era without him and set their sights on the NRL Finals series once more.
As the Dragons look to reshape their halves combination, the search is on for a new playmaker to fill Hunt's shoes.
Zero Tackles has compiled a list of top ten realistic options for Shane Flanagan and the Dragons to consider in the quest for a replacement for the revered Australian Kangaroos and QLD Maroons representative.
From seasoned NRL veterans to rising stars, the list of contenders features players who are either currently without a contract for the upcoming season, have been rumored to be linked with the Dragons or rival teams, possess an 'NRL clause' in their contract, or are already part of the Dragons squad.
With options ranging from fierce NRL competitors to crafty Super League talents, the Dragons have a diverse pool of talent to choose from for the challenging task of replacing Hunt in the pivotal halves position.