With the off-season comes the usual troupes.
Talk of expansion, the divisions talk, player movements and of course post-season rankings.
Today we're here to focus on the rankings. More specifically, the NRL fullbacks rankings from 2023.
Please keep in mind that these rankings are based only on 2023. Both NRL and Origin performances will be taken into account. Not specifically who is the best fullback outright.
Before we start, I'm going to take a moment to answer some of the usual questions to appear in the comments to any sort of rankings.
Do I even watch football? Yes, every game.
Are my eyes painted on? No. That would be funny though.
Who am I? Just a fan.
With that said, below are the top 10 NRL fullbacks based purely and totally on 2023:
9. Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow
The Dolphins marquee signing lived up to expectations in a big way in 2023. He played a huge part in the brilliant start enjoyed by the NRL's new boys.
In his 20 games, including 17 officially at fullback, the Hammer crossed for 15 tries, assisted four, made 11 line breaks and run for almost 150 metres per game. He also broke 89 tackles.
His brilliant form saw him rewarded with an Origin spot. One he has well and truly now made his own. He was also outstanding on debut for the Kangaroos recently.
A late season form drop off, coinciding with his teams struggles, stops him from placing higher on the list. The Hammer was one of the undoubted byes of the season.
