Every once in a while, a rugby league club makes a signing that shifts the balance of the entire NRL. Whether that leads to a premiership, a Dally M medal, or simply an inch closer to the finals, an elite talent can alter the fabric of an NRL franchise.
While not every club has had a premiership-winning acquisition in the last decade, here are the best signings of the last decade for every team.
5. Gold Coast Titans: Tino Fa'asuamaleaui
While many thought that David Fifita would be the Gold Coast Titans' best signing in years, it was the mammoth prop, Tino Fa'asuamaleaui, who proved to be the greater pickup.
Otherworldly size, a seemingly endless motor, and undeniable courage. These are the qualities that landed Fa'asuamaleaui a starting spot for Queensland, Australia, and the captaincy for the Titans.
While Fa'asuamaleaui's side hasn't experienced a heap of success since he arrived, fans noticed a culture shift as soon as he donned the Titans logo.
The 25-year-old is set on bringing a premiership to the Gold Coast, which is why he agreed to stay at the club on an enormous 10-year contract.
The Titans haven't enjoyed much success in the last decade, but with Fa'asuamaleaui at the helm steering the ship, the Origin forward may cement himself as the best Titan of all time when it's all said and done.
Every one of those is a plausible contender.
Personally, I would have picked Wayne Bennett as the Dolphinsโ greatest signing, but I expect youโre excluding coaches :=)
The only one I actually disagree with is Reece Walsh. I believe Payne Haas is more influential. Just my opinion, and you know what they say: โopinions are like a**holes โ everybody has got one, and some are more smelly than othersโ.
Apologies to ZeroTacklers if I just stank out the room !