Here is Zero Tackle's NRL Rookie Team of the Year for the 2018 season.

Players who played more than ten first grade games prior to this season were not eligible for this list.

5. Halfback: Jake Clifford

Jake Clifford came of age last week against the Parramatta Eels. Laying on three try assists, Clifford put in one of the better solo efforts all season.

In his six appearances, his unconventional kicking game has provided teams with headaches and has proven to be one of the better kicks in the entirety of the competition.

Not afraid to overcall the legendary Johnathan Thurston, Clifford has averaged 30 touches, and 150 kick metres per game this season.

CAIRNS, AUSTRALIA - FEBRUARY 17: Jake Clifford of the Cowboys scores a try during the NRL trial match between the North Queensland Cowboys and the Wests Tigers at Barlow Park on February 17, 2018 in Cairns, Australia. (Photo by Ian Hitchcock/Getty Images)