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Top 25 ... where do Smith, Hayne and Burgess slot in?
Phil Rothfield tackles one of the most difficult tasks in rugby league, naming his top 50 players in the game.
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In a two part series, over two days, Rothfield has picked over the roster of every NRL club before settling on the 50 players who top the pile.
We kicked off the countdown with 50-26 on Tuesday, and today we reveal Buzz's top 25 players in the game.
25. James Graham (Bulldogs)
The biting aside, this guy can play the game. The English international had a great debut season, becoming one of the best interchange players in the competition.
24. Glenn Stewart (Sea Eagles)
A vital part of Manly's right side attack, Stewart finished the 2012 season with 12 linebreak assists, the equal second most of any back-rower in the competition Also averaged 32.2 tackles per game.
Re-live the players who make up 50-26 on Buzz Rothfield's countdown here.
23. Jeremy Smith (Knights)
In the absence Paul Gallen, Smith showed his leadership abilities last season leading the Sharks to a finals appearance. In 2012 he averaged the most tackles for the Sharks with 29.5 per game.
22. Josh Dugan (Raiders)
The Raiders fullback will be desperate to win back his Origin jersey after injuries again disrupted his 2012 season. Despite these set-backs he averaged more metres than any Raiders player.
21. Kieran Foran (Sea Eagles)
The Kiwi international is still just 22 age and has already played 79 NRL matches and eight Tests. Finished the 2012 NRL season with 12 try assists and 12 linebreak assists.
20. Sam Thaiday (Broncos)
Took on the extra responsibility of the captaincy in 2012 and he had another solid season, averaging 11.1 runs and 34.9 tackles per game.
19. Anthony Watmough (Sea Eagles)
Played all 27 matches for Manly in 2012 and was just one of two Manly forwards to average over 100 metres per game. Averaged 31 tackles per game.
18. Greg Bird (Titans)
Tough back-rower who averaged more metres than any other Gold Coast player, making 130 per game in addition to his five linebreaks and five linebreak assists.
17. Nate Myles (Titans)
The Representative Player of the year in 2012 and also had a great season at club level in his first season with the Titans. He averaged more tackles in 35.5 per game and runs, 15.4 per game.
16. Todd Carney (Sharks)
Overcame off-field distractions to prove his worth on the field last year, creating more tries and linebreaks than any other Sharks player over the season.
15. Matt Scott (Cowboys)
Tamou's fellow prop at the Cowboys also had a great 2012, once again cementing himself as one of the best forwards in the game. He averaged 53 minutes, 15.3 runs and 147 metres per game.
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14. James Tamou (Cowboys)
Had a breakout 2012 season, forcing his was into the NSW Origin and Australian teams. He averaged more runs and metres than any other prop, with 16.4 runs and 159 metres per game.
13. Sam Burgess (Rabbitohs)
Had arguably his best season in the NRL in 2012, averaging the most runs and metres of any Rabbitoh forward, with 15.7 runs and 133 metres per game.
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12. Jamie Lyon (Sea Eagles)
Again proved to be the key man in the Manly backline in 2012, finishing the season with 11 tries, 12 try assists and 10 linebreak assists.
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11. Benji Marshall (Tigers)
Not as highly ranked as previous years but still a great player. Despite his team struggling, Benji led the league in both try assists and linebreak assists with 37 in each category.
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10. Robbie Farah (Tigers)
The Tigers captain dealt with personal struggles in 2012 but cemented his place as NSWs hooker as he made an Origin record 63 tackles in Game 2.
9. Paul Gallen (Sharks)
The Sharks captain continued his incredible work rate in 2012, averaging the most runs with 22.4 per game and the most metres in the competition for the third consecutive season.
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8. Jarryd Hayne (Eels)
Although the Eels had a disappointing season, Hayne was again the saving grace. In just 12 matches, Hayne led the Eels in try assists with 14 and linebreak assists with 14.
7. Sonny Bill Williams (Roosters)
Sonny Bill Williams will make one of the most anticipated returns in the game's history after walking out on the Bulldogs in 2008. An absolute champion on his day.
6. Cooper Cronk (Storm)
The Storm halfback had a superb 2012 capping it off by winning the Clive Churchill Medal in the decider. In 2012 he led the league with five 40/20s, 29 forced drop-outs and 38 try assists.
5. Ben Barba (Bulldogs)
His recent problems aside, Barba capped off an incredible 2012 with a grand final appearance and by winning the Dally M Medal. His 22 tries were the most in the NRL. A freakish talent.
4. Greg Inglis (Rabbitohs)
After starting 2012 in the centres, Inglis moved to fullback in round 3 and had arguably the best season of his career. He busted 168 tackles, the most of any player in the competition.
3. Billy Slater (Storm)
Showed how vital he is to the Storm when they lost five of six matches he missed in 2012 with injury problems. Slater finished 2012 with 16 tries, 24 linebreaks, and 20 try assists.
2. Johnathan Thurston (Cowboys)
Proved once again in 2012 why he is regarded as a future immortal. His 35 linebreak assists were the second most in the NRL and he also finished the season with 23 try assists.
1. Cameron Smith (Storm)
Captained Storm, Queensland and the Kangaroos to victories in an unforgettable 2012. His 12 try assists were the most by any hooker and his 977 tackles were the most by any Storm player.
Do you agree with Buzz Rothfield's assessment of Cameron Smith as the No.1 player in the NRL? Have your say.
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