The South Sydney Rabbitohs have unearthed a gem in Jye Gray, with the young fullback emerging as a star in 2025.

While his rise would be an exciting prospect for most NRL clubs, most clubs don't have a fullback like Latrell Mitchell, which has created an unfavourable logjam for the No.1 jumper.

With Mitchell unlikely to shift away from fullback, Gray may need to begin considering his options. He's contracted until the end of 2026, opening a door to a realm of possibilities in 2027.

NRL Rd 16 – Rabbitohs v Sea Eagles
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 22: Jye Gray of the Rabbitohs runs the ball during the round 16 NRL match between South Sydney Rabbitohs and Manly Sea Eagles at Accor Stadium on June 22, 2024 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Jason McCawley/Getty Images)

These are the four best landing spots for the off-contract gun.

2. Canterbury Bulldogs

The Canterbury Bulldogs' squad is fairly set in stone, however, if recent reports are to be believed, they aren't overly sold on Connor Tracey as their long-term fullback.

NRL Rd 4 – Sharks v Bulldogs
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 29: Bronson Xerri of the Bulldogs celebrates with team mates after scoring a try during the round four NRL match between Cronulla Sharks and Canterbury Bulldogs at Sharks Stadium, on March 29, 2025, in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Brendon Thorne/Getty Images)

Gray would be an automatic starter in Belmore, and while his playstyle similarly reflects the likes of Tracey, he is arguably better in almost every category. Taking every run as if it's his last, the 21-year-old can bring a level of X factor that the Bulldogs have been missing since becoming a respectable footy team.

While he wouldn't be offered the calibre of cash that the Bears could offer, if his priority is to win, a trip to Belmore could do him wonders.

Potential spine with Jye Gray:
1. Jye Gray
6. Matt Burton
7. Lachlan Galvin
9. Bailey Hayward

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