One of my favourite events each and every NRL season is seeing young stars emerge.

Whether they be rookies who catch the attention of fans right away, like a Sam Walker or Reece Walsh, or a player who finally delivered on their promise, it never fails to bring a smile to fans' faces.

2022 looks like a season where a huge crop of talent see their stocks rise in a big way.

I'm going to look into my crystal ball and try to predict ten such players.

Players who will enjoy a Will Kennedy 2021-like season. Kennedy went from a handy fringe first grader to the star of the team over the course of this past year.

Players like Reece Walsh, Jayden Campbell and Sam Walker will be better at the end of 2022 than they are now, but their stocks are already sky high.

Much like past lists, this is purely for fun and not to be taken overly seriously. There will be misses on the below but if you asked me now; "Hey Dan, name 10 players you want to buy stock in now, to cash in end of season," these are those 10.

5. Blayke Brailey

Despite being the second-most experienced of the players on this list, the Sharks number nine is set for a breakout season.

Brailey was solid in 2021. I'd argue he was better in 2020. The Sharks lack of forwards being able to tackle absolutely stunted young Brails.

The incoming Craig Fitzgibbon, as well as tackling machines Cameron McInnes and Dale Finucane will allow Brailey to use some energy for his attacking game.

Brailey has now re-committed to the Sharks on a long-term deal, which shows Fitzgibbon has belief in a number nine who promises so much.