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.
They have the ability to ensure their teams are built different.
1. Joash Papalii - Parramatta Eels
While it was Isaiah Iongi who won the race to Clint Gutherson's vacant fullback jersey to start 2025, he will need to be mighty impressive to keep Joash Papalii off his tail.
The speedy fullback made his way to the Parramatta Eels over the offseason, with the former Bulldog hungry for a crack at the NRL.
While Iongi has come from the impressive junior system of the Penrith Panthers, Papali'i has shown strokes of natural brilliance any chance he gets.
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While some could argue he is undersized, Papali'i takes advantage of defences with his electric footwork and dynamic speed, averaging over 100 metres per game in his last two seasons with the Bulldogs.
His new club will want to find somewhere to slot Papali'i in, as the 20-year-old is too good to be sitting in New South Wales Cup.
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