There is no more important position in rugby league than the halfback.
The difference between an average, or even good halfback and an elite halfback but create a massive gap between sides.
This is going to be a difficult list to compile due to a number of top tier halfbacks having suffered long term injuries in 2024.
Please remember that this list is based purely on 2024 performances.
Below are the top ten halfbacks from 2024:
Honourable Mentions: Shaun Johnson, Jamal Fogarty
8. Isaiya Katoa
Dolphins youngster Isaiya Katoa played well beyond his years in just his second year of NRL action.
In 22 games he crossed for a pair of tries, had 10 try assists, 13 line-break assists, forced six dropouts, kicked for over 450 metres per game, ran for 80 metres per game and tackled at 85%.
At 20 years of age, Katoa is very much the future of the halfback position.
His start to the season was so encouraging that he signed a long-term extension to remain the face and chief playmaker for the NRL's newest club.
