Jack Wighton

Jack Wighton is one of those rare footballers who can play anywhere in the backline and dominate. Fullback, centre, five-eighth — wherever he has been stationed, the Dally M Medallist has imposed himself with a combination of size, power and playmaking ability that defies positional convention. After leaving Canberra at the end of the 2023 season, Wighton brought his unique skill set to Redfern, where his experience and big-game temperament have added steel to the Rabbitohs’ spine. He is the kind of player who elevates the team around him simply by being on the field.

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Across 230 games and 75 tries spanning two clubs, Wighton has compiled a career that reflects his extraordinary versatility and competitive spirit. His Dally M Medal, his Origin experience, and his ability to influence matches with both power and finesse make him one of the most valuable players in the NRL. In 2026, Wighton continues to bring his unique blend of attributes to the Rabbitohs, the experienced head around whom South Sydney’s attacking ambitions revolve.

EC — Senior features writer, australiafootball.com