NRL Supercoach Draft | Top 30 draft rankings

Here are our Top 30 Draft Rankings.

These rankings have been built through a full review of positional strength, positional depth, and the strength of schedule across all draft finals formats.

You may need to adjust certain positions slightly depending on your league’s specific finals structure.

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1. Nathan Cleary (HFB)

Cleary remains the number one halfback who blends elite base, goal‑kicking, and the key man in his side with 50 floor and 120+ upside.

Penrith face one of the harshest 2026 draws, meaning plenty of arm‑wrestles and less chance of late‑season resting.

2. James Tedesco (FLB)

The best FLB and arguably number one with his finals draw, but the Roosters’ stacked attack will spread points more this year, so I have Cleary just nudging him.

3. Reece Walsh (FLB)

Once rocks or diamonds, now his form is producing mostly diamonds with averaging 112 in his last nine games.

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4. Nicho Hynes (HFB)

High floor with genuine scoring upside in a strong side.

Pumped out a 90 average over his final nine games despite Brailey’s increased running game.

5 Scott Drinkwater (FLB)

High‑ceiling attacker averaging 81 and 79 the last two seasons, though his finals bye is a real drawback.

6. Tom Trbojevic (FLB)

Same story every year with Turbo, volatile, but league‑winning when healthy.

I still believe in him with an average of 81 over his final nine games last season.

7. Kalyn Ponga (FLB)

Injury risk heading into the season, but the finals draw is great if he’s on the park.

I expect improvement under the new coach, and I’m not too worried about the goal‑kicking.

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8. Herbie Farnworth (CTW)

A CTW who brings a 37‑point base plus real strike power.

With the scoring changes, early centres can be comfortably taken in the first round.

9. Payne Haas (FRF)

The undisputed minute and base king, now with added attacking freedom.

Super safe with upside, but Brisbane wins may hand him the odd rest.

In non‑captains, he pushes even higher.

10. Jahrome Hughes (HFB)

Disappointing last season, but with an 82 average in 2024, a strong bounce‑back is on the cards.

I’d have him higher if it wasn’t for a bye during draft finals.

11. Keano Kini (FLB)

Elite fullback traits across base, effort, and attack – health and consistency are the hurdles.

I’m confident the Titans will give him better opportunities this season.

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12. Terrell May (FRF)

His minutes surged in 2025, boosting his base.

Even with some regression, he remains a worthwhile pick, though attacking upside is limited.

13. Dylan Edwards (FLB)

Highest work rate FLB, resulting in a rock-solid floor.

Averaged 90 over the final nine games last year, though I’m slightly concerned whether the body can sustain as he gets older, especially with Origin duties.

14. Jayden Campbell (HFB)

He handled significant playmaking duties and continued to deliver even in poor Titans games.

His 27-point average base and one of two key attacking players is why I have put him over Sam Walker.

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15. David Fifita (2RF)

Elite SuperCoach player when the minutes return.

He averaged 77 in 2024 and 82 in 2023, and with Wayne at the helm, I’m very confident he will return to form.

16. Sam Walker (HFB)

Grading him on output, not hype. Last year, he had his best average of 70 points per game.

DCE’s arrival very likely cuts into his attacking stats, but he’s still a strong round‑2 option.

17. Jacob Kiraz (CTW)

Elite work‑rate paired with some great attacking stats last year, his 76 average is hard to argue with.

I can’t see him getting better, but the floor is rock‑solid.

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18. Latrell Mitchell (CTW)

His scoring and availability remain volatile, but he finished last season with a 79 average across his final nine games, largely from centre.

That role may actually suit him better, freeing him up to channel his energy into attack and exploit opportunities on either side of the field.

19. Mark Nawaqanitawase (CTW)

Great try-scorer who will only continue to build.

I used to think his base was low, but an average of 26 paired with his tackle‑breaking potential actually gives him a solid floor.

20. Valentine Holmes (CTW)

Goal‑kicking and 31 average base last year keeps him high on this list.

But I don’t trust the Dragons’ ability to generate points for many 100+ scores.

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21. Hudson Young (2RF)

Last year’s attacking spike was impressive, but his work rate is elite, and I expect the Raiders to keep funnelling plenty of ball to him on the left.

22. Hamiso Tabuai‑Fidow (FLB)

Explosive and a bit try‑dependent, but I’ve got a gut feel he’s in for a big year playing around Katoa, especially if the Dolphins finally get through their injury crisis.

23. Cameron Munster (5/8)

Still the best 5/8 option, but he averaged just 70 last year and 62 in an injury‑hit 2024, so he no longer sits in the elite SuperCoach tier,

24. Angus Crichton (2RF)

Consistent edge forward with stable minutes.

He didn’t see much ball or attacking opportunity last year, but with a competent half inside him, there’s a path back toward his 78-point 2024 average.

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25. Harry Grant (HOK)

Safest hooker on the board every year, but his average has trended downward since 2022.

His scores make it hard to see him as a finals winning key player.

26. Tino Fa’asuamaleaui (2RF)

He averaged 70 in his first year back from an ACL, which is already impressive.

I’m not sure he gets back to the 78 he posted in 2023, but he did that in just 62 minutes, so the upside is absolutely still there.

27. Isaah Yeo (2RF)

One of the most bankable bases in the game.

His average dipped to 62 in 2025 after posting 74 in 2024, but the work rate remains elite.

Ceiling may not spike often, but the weekly reliability is almost unmatched at 2RF.

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28. Joseph Tapine (FRF)

Tapine averaged 71.8 in 2025 and 66.9 in 2024, built on a consistently strong base in the low‑50s.

Very consistent, but a good chance for an early shower if the Raiders get out to a lead.

29. Tom Dearden (HFB)

Reliable half who averaged 65 in 2025 and 61 in 2024.

He then lifted to a 71 average across his final nine games, mostly at HFB, suggesting he could be undervalued if he maintains that level.

30. Taylan May (CTW)

He became the Tigers’ go‑to attacking weapon as soon as he arrived last year and will be heavily involved again.

The only real question is how much you can trust the Tigers to give him consistent scoring opportunities.