Nelson Asofa-Solomona

At 196 centimetres and over 115 kilograms, Nelson Asofa-Solomona was one of the most physically imposing figures in the NRL — a walking testament to the sheer force that can be generated when enormous size meets genuine athletic ability. Known simply as NAS, his ability to generate metres through the middle and dominate the defensive line with brute power made him a fearsome presence during his time at the Melbourne Storm. His departure from the club in October 2025 marked the end of an era in which NAS provided the kind of raw, unrelenting power that few teams in the competition could match or contain.

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Across 185 games and 15 tries at the Storm, Asofa-Solomona left an indelible mark on the NRL as one of the most physically dominant props of his generation. His post-contact metres and tackle breaks were among the best in the competition, and his sheer presence in the middle of the field shifted the balance of power in Melbourne’s favour. Currently uncontracted for the 2026 season, NAS remains a player whose raw power and experience would be a valuable asset for any club willing to harness it.

EC — Senior features writer, australiafootball.com