Halves Rankings - NRL Fantasy 2024 (Stats Driven)

As we near the business end of the NRL season, it's time to dive into the final rankings for the Halves in NRL Fantasy 2024. These rankings are driven by key metrics such as consistency, upside, injury resistance, and overall buy score. Here are the top halves to consider for your Fantasy team:

Note: These rankings are driven exclusively by 2024 data & are here to be debated! The ranks don't take into account subjective inputs like form, upcoming fixtures & the likes. I encourage you to use the data, but make your own calls on who to buy, hold & sell!

1. Jamal Fogarty ($729,000)

• Buy Score: 86.00
• Consistency: 92.9
• Upside: 85.7

Jamal Fogarty tops the list with an exceptional buy score of 86.00. His consistency and upside are among the best, making him a reliable and high-impact player. Fogarty has an impressive average score of 60.7 in games where he plays significant minutes. With 100% of his games scoring over 40 points and a high of 82, he's a must-have for your Fantasy team.

2. Nathan Cleary ($835,000)

• Buy Score: 84.00
• Consistency: 100.0
• Upside: 80.0

Nathan Cleary is a powerhouse with perfect consistency and high upside. Despite his high price, Cleary delivers value with 100% of his games scoring over 40 points and 100% over 50. His lowest score is 50, showcasing his reliability. Cleary's injury resistance is a concern, but his potential to dominate makes him a top pick.

3. Dylan Brown ($610,000)

• Buy Score: 81.04
• Consistency: 88.9
• Upside: 51.9

Dylan Brown offers a fantastic balance of consistency and upside, making him a valuable addition to any Fantasy team. With an average score of 58.5 and 100% of his games over 40 points, Brown is a steady performer. His high of 54 indicates his potential, while his strong injury resistance adds to his appeal.

4. Jahrome Hughes ($757,000)

• Buy Score: 77.50 (80.33 without Munster, 74.67 with Munster)
• Consistency: 83.3 (without Munster), 70.0 (with Munster)
• Upside: 66.7 (without Munster), 53.3 (with Munster)

Jahrome Hughes presents an interesting case for Fantasy managers. His buy score and performance are significantly higher when Cameron Munster is not in the lineup. Without Munster, Hughes averages 58.3 points and has 100% of his games scoring over 40 points with a high of 76. With Munster, his average drops to 54.4, and his consistency score decreases. This week, with Munster's return, expect a dip in Hughes' output, making him a more variable option.

5. Matt Burton ($724,000)

• Buy Score: 75.29
• Consistency: 68.8
• Upside: 58.3

Matt Burton is a solid performer with a good mix of consistency and upside. His average score of 52.8 and 81% of games over 40 points make him a valuable addition. With a high score of 82, Burton can deliver key performances, making him a dependable choice for the run home.

6. Daly Cherry-Evans ($725,000)

• Buy Score: 75.08
• Consistency: 62.5
• Upside: 66.7

Daly Cherry-Evans is a seasoned player with solid stats across the board. He averages 53.4 points and has 75% of his games scoring over 40 points. His high score of 86 indicates his potential to deliver standout performances, making him a valuable asset.

7. Ben Hunt ($679,000)

• Buy Score: 70.44
• Consistency: 70.0
• Upside: 22.2

Ben Hunt combines consistency with job security, offering a reliable option for Fantasy teams. With an average score of 50.5 and 80% of games over 40 points, Hunt is a steady performer. His high score of 69 highlights his potential to contribute significantly.

8. Braydon Trindall ($507,000)

• Buy Score: 70.33
• Consistency: 50.0
• Upside: 66.7

Braydon Trindall presents good value with his consistency and upside scores. Averaging 53.3 points and with 67% of games over 40 points, Trindall is a budget-friendly pick with potential. His high score of 73 shows he can deliver key performances.

9. Lachlan Galvin ($689,000)

• Buy Score: 67.78
• Consistency: 63.3
• Upside: 48.9

Lachlan Galvin rounds out the top ten with a solid buy score and average score of 51.9. With 80% of games over 40 points and a high score of 77, Galvin offers a good mix of reliability and scoring potential, making him a strong choice for your Fantasy team.

Honourable Mentions

While these players didn’t make the top ten, they still offer significant value and potential for your Fantasy team:

Cameron Munster ($690,000)

• Buy Score: 61.83
• Consistency: 58.3
• Upside: 66.7

Cameron Munster is a reliable performer with a strong upside score. With an average of 51.3 and 83% of games scoring over 40 points, Munster can deliver significant performances. His high score of 91 showcases his potential, making him a valuable pick despite a slightly lower buy score.

Sam Walker ($588,000)

• Buy Score: 61.79
• Consistency: 53.6
• Upside: 28.6

Sam Walker offers good value with his balance of consistency and upside. Averaging 45.6 points and with 64% of games over 40 points, Walker is a steady performer. His high score of 90 indicates his ability to deliver big games, making him a strong addition.

Cody Walker ($582,000)

• Buy Score: 61.50
• Consistency: 58.3
• Upside: 0.0

Cody Walker is a reliable option with a solid consistency score. With 67% of games over 40 points and a high score of 56, Walker can be a dependable pick. Despite a lower upside score, his consistent performances add value to any Fantasy team.

Adam Reynolds ($632,000)

• Buy Score: 60.67
• Consistency: 80.0
• Upside: 13.3

Adam Reynolds offers great consistency, making him a dependable option. With an average score of 54.4 and 80% of games over 40 points, Reynolds provides steady points. His high score of 67 highlights his potential to deliver key performances.

Jackson Hastings ($649,000)

• Buy Score: 60.35
• Consistency: 65.6
• Upside: 8.3

Jackson Hastings combines good consistency with solid job security. With an average of 48.1 and 69% of games over 40 points, Hastings can be a reliable performer. His high score of 63 shows his potential to contribute, making him a valuable asset.

Shaun Johnson ($658,000)

• Buy Score: 59.56
• Consistency: 66.7
• Upside: 77.8

Shaun Johnson is a seasoned player with a high upside score. Averaging 51.9 points and with 67% of games over 40 points, Johnson offers a good mix of reliability and scoring potential. His high score of 87 highlights his ability to deliver standout performances.

Te Maire Martin ($574,000)

• Buy Score: 58.94
• Consistency: 75.0
• Upside: 22.2

Te Maire Martin is a dependable option with a strong consistency score. With an average of 50.3 points and 83% of games over 40 points, Martin can deliver steady performances. His high score of 65 shows his potential, making him a valuable pick.

Jarome Luai ($732,000)

• Buy Score: 49.00
• Consistency: 20.0
• Upside: 0.0

Jarome Luai rounds out the honourable mentions with a lower buy score but potential for steady points. His consistency score is a concern, but with 40% of games over 40 points and a high score of 43, Luai could be a useful depth player for your squad.

These honourable mentions each bring unique strengths and weaknesses to the table. Weighing the risks and rewards of these players can help you make informed decisions and potentially find the sleeper picks that win your league.