The Sydney Roosters have been one of the best teams over the past decade, but if they are to remain in premiership contention, they will need to rely on the next generation of young players coming through the ranks.

Over the past couple of years, the likes of Benaiah Ioelu, Salesi Foketi, Hugo Savala, Robert Toia and the Va'a brothers - De La Salle and Xavier - have been introduced to the NRL after successfully progressing through the club's ranks.

So...who's next?

9. Jeziah Papa

A highly-touted prospect who was previously named the second-best schoolboys prospect in Australia by The Daily Telegraph, Jeziah Papa is only at the beginning of his career but has already impressed club officials with his ability on the field.

Playing either in the centres or at five-eighth, Papa started 2025 in the Under-17s Harold Matthews Cup as the Roosters' captain before making the successful transition to the Under-21s Jersey Flegg Cup competition with the Tricolours.

Compared to Joseph Manu and Joseph Suaalii, due to his athletic dominance, especially when it comes to one-on-one battles, he is one to keep a close eye on in the coming years.