An argument can be made that the NRL has never been as talented as it is right now.
The league is littered with stars of all ages, from 36-year-old Daly Cherry Evans to 19-year-old Lachlan Galvin.
The quality of the competition is at an all-time high, which is, unfortunately, a reason why many young players are missing out on first-grade playing time.
Whether sitting in New South Wales Cup or playing minimal minutes off the bench, these five youngsters could be the next big thing for their respective clubs in 2025.
3. Benjamin Te Kura - Brisbane Broncos
Standing in at 2.05m tall and weighing 122kg, Benjamin Te Kura has all the attributes to be a dominant force in the NRL.
He has made a name for himself coming through the ranks, but the enormous front-rower has had very little game time to start his young career.
As the tallest player to ever play in the NRL, Te Kura already has a certain level of expectation on his shoulders.
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However, in a side that features the likes of Payne Haas, Patrick Carrigan, and Jordan Riki, cracking into the top 17 is no joke.
While it may be some time until we see Te Kura play consistent rugby league, once the young prop gets some experience under his belt, he could very well be one of the best forwards in the game.
