Top 100 SuperCoach NRL Draft targets

In Classic mode, the value of a player is set for you, but in draft YOU get to be the judge.

Your pre-draft board is your place to organise all of the players in the league based on the value you place on them.

Your board will automatically be organised based on how players scored in the previous season, but there are plenty of factors you need to consider as you move into a new season.

Did a player overachieve last year?

Did they underachieve?

Has there been any significant team movements that will impact a player’s attack negatively or positively

Are there injury concerns?

Keeping tabs on all these things across 17 teams is hard work, so here’s our list of the top 100 NRL SC Draft Targets for 2024.

This list will consider the round 23-26 finals series within rankings.

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1. Nicho Hynes

Absolute gun and the highest scorer from 2023 will threaten to do it again. His good finals draw and unlikely NSW call up get him just ahead of the number 2.

2. Nathan Cleary

Origin selection can mean the chance to miss a couple of games but otherwise Cleary is a home run at number 2.

3. Kalyn Ponga

Consensus best fullback who could average the most of any player if his 2023 form continues. Averaged over 100 at fullback when goalkicking last season.

4. Tommy Turbo

In a tight field, Turbo’s finals draw of Tigers (rd 25) and Bulldogs (rd 26) is too juicy to ignore.

5. Reece Walsh

Still a kid. Should improve. Rd 24 bye hurts his standing but his other finals games are amazing. Scored six tons last year and three scores in the 90s.

6. Latrell Mitchell

Looking fitter than ever in pre-season. Could easily outscore the other fullbacks above him if he can stay on the field in 2024.

7. Scott Drinkwater

A bye in round 25, followed by Storm in 26 hurts his stocks, but Drinkwater is seriously good. Had the 4th best average last season with seven tons.

8. Dylan Brown

The best player at his position. Could be as high as fourth on this list if it weren’t for an awful Finals run for Parramatta with games against Panthers, Roosters and Broncos from rounds 23-25.

9. David Fifita

By virtue of being the best at position, he’s a top 10 pick. His return from a pec tear might delay his start to the season until round 4. Let’s hope Des Hasler doesn’t change his role - or edge.

10. Harry Grant

Another best at position, and one that’s very weak. Finals draw is decent, and he can easily outscore other hookers by 10-25 points week on week which is a nice advantage to have.

11. Shaun Johnson

Dolphins, Sea Eagles, Bulldogs and Sharks in a round 23-26 finals run. If the Warriors are humming to end their season, he could win you a comp.

12. Jahrome Hughes

Just behind SJ, but in a low depth position he’s a stud. Can only improve on last year’s scores with better forwards in the system.

13. Cameron Munster

Second best at position. Can take his foot off the gas in easy games which makes him a frustrating own at times, but is destined to average 70 again this season.

14. Brian To’o

Arguably best in position. Four tons last year and sitting outside of Nathan Cleary is great real estate.

15. Greg Marzhew

Last year’s breakout winger, big Greg has both a fantastic base and try-scoring potential. Four tons last year and two 90s. Knights also have a nice draw for finals.

16. Tino Fa’asuamaleaui

Could be the highest averaging player at two positions. Question marks on how Des will use him keep him out of the first round for me, but his dual position is super useful in Draft.

17. Daly Cherry-Evans

At a position with low depth, DCE is rock solid and has a great finals draw. The young players on his right-edge are all still improving which could mean more try and linebreak assist for the veteran.

18. Payne Haas

Solid but will play reduced minutes from time to time with Broncos goals of peaking in the Finals.

19. Ryan Papenhuyzen

Potentially speculative based on how he plays in trials, but he has great value in the second round. Could go as high as 9th if we get confirmation that he is goal kicking this year.

20. James Tedesco

Has declined in each of the last two seasons, but still playing for a good team. A bye, Eels, Titans and Raiders in the Finals is very solid.

21. Jamayne Isaako

Could be higher if it was Averillo, not Farnworth, inside him on the right-edge. But kicks goals for a team who should score a lot of tries.

22. Clint Gutherson

A brutal finals run is the only knock on him. Super consistent and durable. Plays considerably better with either Brown or Moses out of the team but should still average mid-60s with them fit.

23. Matt Burton

Could go to another level this season with better cattle around him. One of the most ball dominant at his position and goal kicking gives him a decent floor. Pick at 5/8 if you have the opportunity to do so.

24. Valentine Holmes

Excellent floor for a CTW given his goal kicking, albeit his Finals draw is very tough. A very reliable option.

25. Izack Tago

Averaged 68 last year and should get better. Great base for a centre, and if he lands on the right-edge outside Cleary, should be involved in lots of tries.

26. Cody Walker

Great upside in a Souths team with more weapons in attack this season. The calf injury in pre-season is the only reason he’s behind Burton at the position.

27. Mitchell Moses

Losing a little ground to Dylan Brown each season as the dominant attacking force at the club, but can still go big against the bad teams. Tough finals run is the only thing keeping him from the second round.

28. J’Maine Hopgood

As solid as they come with a base of 57 last year. There’s always a risk of his minutes being managed given the riches at Parramatta of middles, but he’s a stud.

29. Haumole Olakauatu

Could go to another level and still just 25 years old. A brilliant finals run is the icing on the cake.

30. Joseph Manu

Solid and could play fullback at times if Tedesco is unavailable.

31. Dylan Edwards

Always manages to average well despite being down the pecking order in attackers at the club.

32. Reuben Garrick

A move to centre this season should significantly reduce the amount of tries which is the only reason he’s not a top 15 pick this season. The dual position is handy as coverage. His goal kicking and good finals draw makes him still a great option.

33. Briton Nikora

Rose to a new level in 2023. Robust, with great base and huge attacking potential outside of Hynes.

34. Pat Carrigan

While his scores can vary depending on minutes and his licence to offload, Carrigan could be the best 2RF in the game if he’s given a license to free the arm. Reliable.

35. Isaah Yeo

One of the most consistent scorers at the position, and is typically managed to peak by the end of the season, which coincides with SuperCoach Draft finals perfectly.

36. Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad

A breakout player in 2023 and a reliable scorer at fullback. Has great base and if he can rediscover his try scoring and assist from last season can average over 60.

37. Sam Walker

In a position crucial to your seasons success, Walker is this high on potential. Yet to rediscover the heights of his debut season for the Tricolours, if he keeps the goal kicking he could become a dominant player. There’s an injury risk due to his ACL strain last season but his upside is huge.

38. Eliesa Katoa

Flashed his upside with scores of 95, 127 and 82 to finish the season. IF he finds that form again outside of Hughes, a top 40 pick is a bargain.

39. Dane Gagai

A career high 72 point average is all the more impressive when you consider he scored just three tries. Most of his work is in base and power stats meaning he rarely has a bad game.

40. Jeremy Marshall-King

If you take out injury affected games, he averaged 65 for the Dolphins last season. In a low depth position, if he can score that well he’s a great own.

41. Addin Fonua-Blake

A huge 73 point average last season was a glimpse of his potential. Even if he regresses a little, he’s still very reliable with a 51 base.

42. Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow

The Hammer had his moments last year but split time at centre which ultimately hurt his overall average. A full season at fullback should see him nudge 60 this season, and his dual is gold as well.

43. Jacob Kiraz

If he shows what he did over the first six rounds before injury - when he averaged 80 - then he’s a slam dunk. There’s question marks on how the Bulldogs will line up around him. If there wasn’t, he could go as high as pick 25.

44. Joseph Tapine

Rock solid at FRF with potential for improvement if Ricky lets him offload like we know he can.

45. Damien Cook

We’re still waiting for signs of old age from the Souths superstar. A traditional top 20 pick in drafts, getting him in the 40s would present great value.

46. Adam Reynolds

Has a solid base thanks to his goal kicking in a high-scoring team. Only went past the ton twice last year and has the occasional old man injury.

47. Zac Lomax

Lomax could move up or down significantly pending if he is the number 1 goalkicker or playing fullback. Regardless of how the Dragons perform, he can pretty reliably average around 60. Could earn dual if named at fullback.

48. William Kennedy

A surprisingly consistent scorer, and with the Sharks good draw for Finals, can be a decent pick-up for any coach picking a fullback this late.

49. Shaun Lane

Should easily grow his 44 average from last season back towards the 69 he averaged when fit in 2023. A genuine try-scoring threat thanks to his combination with Dylan Brown.

50. Cameron Murray

In previous seasons, Murray is a lock to be drafted inside the Top 30. His scoring dropped from 71 to 63 last season but 50 of that was in base which means if Souths improve their attack, he could too.

51. Keaon Koloamatangi

Reliable and with try scoring potential. Keon moves to the left-edge for Souths this season but it’s unclear if that’s a good or bad thing for his SuperCoach prospects.

52. Thomas Dearden

The new Cowboys skipper has the potential to be a 65 averaging player if things click for him. If it weren’t for the tough finals draw, he could be 15 places higher on this list.

53. Bradman Best

Has solid base for a centre and is in prime real estate on the Knights left-edge. Scored 12 of his 13 tries last year once Ponga went to fullback.

54. Ryan Matterson

Seems to average 60 no matter his role or minutes. A reliable scorer, albeit can be a frustrating own seeing him play off the bench.

55. Tyson Frizell

Pre-season rumours of a switch to the left-edge have been rebuffed following the first week of trials. Regardless, he’s a solid pick-up with attacking upside.

56. Corey Horsburgh

Has lost his FRF status, but should play good minutes at lock for the Green Machine this season regardless.

57. Tohu Harris

Exceptionally reliable scorer when fit, but can find an injury. With no FRF dual this year, his stocks are lower than normal.

58. Scott Sorensen

Playing in a side with as much attacking potential as him helps him rise up this list. Improved his average by over 22 points year on year in 2023 and while he probably regresses, will have the occasional huge score thanks to the team he plays in.

59. Bryce Cartwright

The Carty Party was back last season, and he’s seemingly won the right 2RF spot at Parra outside of Moses. A very solid option this late in drafts.

60. John Bateman

Would be higher if it wasn’t for the bye in Round 26, aka the Grand Final of most Draft Leagues.

61. Brian Kelly

Always under the radar is the base stat beast from the Titans. Kelly gets through more work than you realise and has his hands in a lot of attack.

62. Herbie Farnworth

Was a revelation last season thanks to his high work rate out of his own end. It’s unclear if he will play the same role at the Dolphins.

63. Roger Tuivasa-Sheck

We haven’t seem him play centre in the NRL very often if at all, but his class should see him average 55 plus minimum. Look out if he does get a chance to return to fullback.

64. Dominic Young

Last year’s leading try scorer for the season has just landed the right-wing spot at the Roosters. Yes, he will have some low scoring games as he’s try reliant but he could also have multiple hat-tricks.

65. Dallin Watene-Zelezniak

Was one of the best CTW in the game once the Warriors worked out their right-edge combination. Similar to Young, can have some poor games but makes up for it with his tries.

66. Luke Brooks

Many experts believe the off-season move will see him play his best football. The left-half at Manly doesn’t typically see a lot of ball, but he has surprisingly good base for his position.

67. Ronaldo Mulitalo

Benefits from a high flying backline when the Sharks click, but does have some low scoring games in his system.

68. Alex Johnston

Is always there or abouts the top 10 CTW in SuperCoach but is a rollercoaster given his reliance on tries. A great guy to own and play on match-ups.

69. Nat Butcher

Defied critics to average 63 last season and played 80 minutes in all but two games. There’s plenty of competition for spots at Chooks though so this isn’t without risk.

70. Taylan May

A rookie season average over 60 was a showcase of his potential. Off the back of an ACL injury and a shift to the centres, you’d settle for a 55 here.

71. Selwyn Cobbo

Another winger shifting to the centres. It’s unclear how this will play out for Cobbo, but with his natural talent he could be fun to own.

72. Phillip Sami

Flew under the radar last year with some excellent performances for the Titans, despite playing on their non-dominant attacking edge.

73. Will Penisini

The Parramatta centre has a solid workrate meaning his lowscores are rare. If Mitch Moses has the right edge firing, he could be in for another decent season and average around the 55 mark.

74. Semi Valemei

The Cowboys right-wing spot is an excellent spot to stand, mostly because Scott Drinkwater will put you over for bulk tries. If he wins the spot again, he can be a fantastic guy to play on match-ups.

75. Stephen Crichton

Similar to Lomax, if he plays fullback and kicks goals, he suddenly would be 30 spots higher on this list. At centre, he’s a solid player but the unknowns about the Bulldogs makes him hard to project.

76. Matt Timoko

A certified beast when in the mood for it, but can drift in and out of contests. Scored two tons and two 90s last season six scores under 36.

77. Ben Hunt

Despite his on field prowess, Hunt has never really translated his feats to SuperCoach points. Good value late in drafts, but I’d prefer not to be on too many Dragons players this season.

78. Jamal Fogarty

What he gains in goal kicking, he will lose in attacking potency with no Jack Wighton in the side. A solid option who should average close to 60 this season.

79. Joseph Suaali’l

His near 60-point average last season was inflated by his late season run at right-wing where he gained goal kicking. Back at centre, that average could decrease by as much as 20 points.

80. Ezra Mam

A genuine gamebreaker in real life who doesn’t score particularly well for SuperCoach. This late in the draft at five-eighth, expect a roller coaster.

81. Jarome Luai

Very similar story to Mam. Fingers crossed he remains fit this season after last year’s shoulder issues.

82. Jahream Bula

After a fantastic rookie season averaging 57, it’s hard to predict how Bula will go and if he can overcome the ‘second year syndrome’. A round 26 bye means you’ll need cover at FLB if he’s your starter this season.

83. Jayden Campbell

Unlikely to be fit for round 1, Campbell has won the race to the Titans fullback jersey this season yet remains eligible for five-eight in SuperCoach. Another rollercoaster to own, Campbell could average 60 there or could lose his spot to AJ Brimson. Buyer beware but at the least, it’ll be a fun ride.

84. Thomas Jenkins

Per the Knights trial team, Jenkins appears to have landed the vacated right-wing spot. The Panthers product has a decent workrate and could average 50.

85. Siosifa Talakai

Didn’t reach the heights many projected last season, but still is a very consistent CTW scorer thanks to his base.

86. Isaiah Papali’i

Went from a 79 average at Parra in 2022 to 56 at the Tigers. With a new halves combo, hopefully he can find some attack to go alongside his decent base.

87. Tom Gilbert

Gilbert was shaping up as a fantastic option last season in SuperCoach before his injury in Origin. While he’s not fit to start the season, he’s a decent stash given his potential. Should wear the 13 jersey.

88. Connelly Lemuelu

One of the surprise packets of last year. After his first full season at 2RF, Lemuelu should be even better this year.

89. Reece Robson

Made the leap to State of Origin player last season, but his average dropped for the Cows. A reliable 55 point scorer if playing big minutes.

90. Blayke Brailey

The ironman. The last of a dying breed of 80-minute hookers. Can have a mixed workrate pending on the opposition game plan but is as durable as they come.

91. Wayde Egan

Could be 30 spots higher if it weren’t for his ability to find injuries. Missed five matches last season and his minutes fluctuated. But possess rare attacking ability at the position.

92. Max King

Started the season on fire before injury cruelled him. With a lack of middles at the Bulldogs, could easily average 55 at FRF.

93. Alexander Brimson

We don’t know how we will go at centre, but his speed and skill make him an intriguing prospect.

94. Teig Wilton

His average from last season could place him higher, but there are concerns of his minutes and job security given his defensive lapses. If he holds his spot, his finals draw is a beaut.

95. Beau Fermor

An ACL injury cruelled his 2023 season, but he’s a solid option this late in drafts.

96. Jacob Preston

A brilliant rookie season was benefited by playing a lot of games on the left-edge. Back on the right, his attacking output should drop.

97. Isaiah Tass

The Campbell Graham injury benefits Tass who should get an extended run at right centre. Has a decent workrate.

98. Murray Taulagi

A solid scorer who - if you believe the Cows will be better - should improve on his 52 average.

99. William Warbrick

Came through his rookie season getting better every week. Another reliable scorer who should surpass his 50 average from last year.

100. Liam Martin

Another consistent scorer. Doesn’t possess the try scoring ceiling of some of his contemporaries, but gets through his defensive work.

* Max Bryden is a cricket commentator, podcaster and SuperCoach expert specialising in NRL Draft and BBL. He’d be a three-time NRL Draft league champion if he didn’t keep selecting Tommy Turbo in Round 1. People can follow him on Twitter/x at @max_smart

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