Top 10 players still off contract next season

Despite many recent signings, a number of NRL players are still without a club for the 2018 season. These players could all add value to a club in 2018 if given the opportunity to do so. Related: Complete list of players still off contract Drew Hutchinson [caption id="attachment_24585" align="aligncenter" width="3000"] BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 14: Drew Hutchinson of the Dragons passes the ball during the round 23 NRL match between the Brisbane Broncos and the St George Illawarra Dragons at Suncorp Stadium on August 14, 2015 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Bradley Kanaris/Getty Images)[/caption] Drew Hutchinson is a talented young player and likely would have played halfback for the Dragons in 2017 if he did not get injured in the pre-season. Hutchinson has been starved of an NRL opportunity but has the talent to succeed if a club gives him a chance. Frank Pritchard [caption id="attachment_29806" align="aligncenter" width="1024"] CANBERRA, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 01: Frank Pritchard of the Eels in action during the round five NRL match between the Canberra Raiders and the Parramatta Eels at GIO Stadium on April 1, 2017 in Canberra, Australia. (Photo by Mark Nolan/Getty Images)[/caption] Frank Pritchard has confirmed that he wants to continue playing in 2018 and is now waiting on the Eels to make a decision. Pritchard is an NRL veteran that will add quality to the Eels forward back if he is re-signed for 2018. Travis Waddell [caption id="attachment_29810" align="aligncenter" width="1024"] during the round nine NRL match between the Cronulla Sharks and the Brisbane Broncos at Southern Cross Group Stadium on May 1, 2016 in Sydney, Australia.[/caption] Travis Waddell has played nearly 80 NRL games and has shown that he is a quality hooker. Unfortunately, he has been unable to represent the Broncos on many occasions but Waddell is certainly good enough to be signed to an NRL club. Nate Myles [caption id="attachment_29812" align="aligncenter" width="1024"] MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JULY 08: Nate Myles of the Storm is tackled during the round 18 NRL match between the Melbourne Storm and the Parramatta Eels at AAMI Park on July 8, 2017 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Scott Barbour/Getty Images)[/caption] Despite a disappointing 2017, Nate Myles is too good to go unsigned in 2018. Myles has played in many representative level games and his experience and leadership would be invaluable for with a younger forward pack. Tyrone Roberts [caption id="attachment_28921" align="aligncenter" width="1024"] GOLD COAST, AUSTRALIA - JULY 30: Tyrone Roberts of the Titans looks on during the round 21 NRL match between the Gold Coast Titans and the Wests Tigers at Cbus Super Stadium on July 30, 2017 in Gold Coast, Australia. (Photo by Chris Hyde/Getty Images)[/caption] Tyrone Roberts has continued to improve as a player since joining the Gold Coast Titans in 2016. After some stellar performances this year, Roberts will likely be signed soon, and his ability to play in many positions will not hurt his chances. Kalifa Faifai Loa [caption id="attachment_28342" align="aligncenter" width="1024"] HAMILTON, NEW ZEALAND - MAY 19: Kalifa Faifai Loa of the Dragons scores a try during the round 11 NRL match between the New Zealand Warriors and the St George Illawarra Dragons at Waikato Stadium on May 19, 2017 in Hamilton, New Zealand. (Photo by Hannah Peters/Getty Images)[/caption] Kalifa Faifai Loa has been excellent for the Dragons when he was called upon this year, showing the world that he is still NRL quality. The number of excellent wingers in the competition means that Faifai Loa is no longer a starting player, but he would certainly be a useful signing for clubs lacking depth. Chase Stanley [caption id="attachment_29815" align="aligncenter" width="1024"] AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND - JUNE 23: Chase Stanley of the Bulldogs makes a run against Ata Hingano of the Warriors during the round 16 NRL match between the New Zealand Warriors and the Canterbury Bulldogs at Mt Smart Stadium on June 23, 2017 in Auckland, New Zealand. (Photo by Anthony Au-Yeung/Getty Images)[/caption] Chase Stanley has had a career plagued with injury; however, the powerful centre continues to impress on the field. Stanley could easily make the best 17 at many clubs, and for a fraction of the price of similarly skilled players. Sam Tagataese [caption id="attachment_23174" align="aligncenter" width="1024"] SYDNEY, NEW SOUTH WALES - APRIL 02: Sam Tagataese of the Sharks is tackled during the round five NRL match between the Wests Tigers and the Cronulla Sharks at Campbelltown Sports Stadium on April 2, 2016 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Matt King/Getty Images)[/caption] Sam Tagataese was part of the 2016 Cronulla Sharks team that won the grand final and has over 150 NRL games to date. The experienced forward continually provides an impact off the bench and would be an asset to a number of clubs. Darius Boyd [caption id="attachment_29265" align="aligncenter" width="1024"] BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 09: Darius Boyd of the Broncos passes the ball during the round 14 NRL match between the Brisbane Broncos and the South Sydney Rabbitohs at Suncorp Stadium on June 9, 2017 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Bradley Kanaris/Getty Images)[/caption] Darius Boyd is yet to re-sign with the Broncos, though it is expected that he will agree to a four-year deal. The Broncos captain will be pivotal for Brisbane in 2018 and beyond, though Boyd has admitted he is unsure how long he wishes to play for. Cooper Cronk [caption id="attachment_26224" align="aligncenter" width="2520"] MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - FEBRUARY 27: Cooper Cronk stretches during the Melbourne Storm NRL training session at Gosch's Paddock on February 27, 2017 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Robert Prezioso/Getty Images)[/caption] Cooper Cronk may still decide to retire, but if he is signed it will be one of the biggest transfers in NRL history. The 2017 premiership winner will be huge for any club that can manage to land him and no doubt there are a number of clubs still trying to recruit Cronk for 2018.

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