Which of our youngsters will break into NRL in 2026

[SeaEagleRock8]

Navale (belatedly) is the only one who has this year, and should now keep his spot, I assume.
Next year we will want another one or even 2 or 3 to break into the NRL side, given external recruitment seems to be limited this year.
Another forward hopefully. And of the backs, Willett is interesting. If he gets a chance in NRL and nails it he could be our tall kicking target, or put pressure on Saab for that role?

 

[manlyfan76]

Well Walsh has debuted

 

[double hoops]

Not many. Simione, Zaidas.and Walsh.will probably round it out.

 

[Carl]

Could large make a cameo?

 

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[manlyfan76]

Also probably depends how many weeks seislug lasts.
A caretaker coach could be keen to see the youngsters showcase themselves. If we keep the coach he's going to do the same mistakes over and over and over

 

[sheridanstand78]

I expect Navale to rise into a regular first grader and I would love to see Joey Walsh get a real run in the top grade and give the team that youthful boost of enthusiasm.

 

[Pete W]

Would be great to see Hart too, and the mobility he will bring

 

[Mark from Brisbane]

Not many. Simione, Zaidas.and Walsh.will probably round it out.

Hugo Hart a possibility , although still young for a forward, so they might give him most of the season in reserves and bring him though right at the end.

 

[Nambawan]

The team certainly needs a transfusion of new talent. Pointless persevering with the same old, same old. Have to ditch the 'Dads Army' image. Walsh certainly a prospect. Hart is also an NRL player on the future, but still looks a bit physically immature - needs to bulk up. Next year maybe a bit too early for him, but who knows? Willett - looks to be a good natural footballer but may have to sharpen up his pace. Hope Laiafi and Pua-avase get fair dinkum chances. Also reckon Wilson from Canterbury is a very good player, and if given an opportunity would improve the NRL side. Really have to solve the dummy-half position which has been a real handicap for Manly over recent seasons. Definitely have to move on from Croker. Simpkins seems to be going OK and Maugututia (?) seems to have real talent.