James Tedesco
AustraliaathleteMaleb. 19936.2Global Dominance: 0.02%James Tedesco is a professional rugby league player and the captain of the Sydney Roosters in the NRL. Regarded as one of the best fullbacks in the game, Tedesco has earned numerous accolades, including multiple Dally M Medals and representative honors for New South Wales and Australia. He is known for his exceptional speed, agility, and tactical awareness on the field. Recently, Tedesco emphasized the importance of defensive strength for the Roosters' success, reflecting on the team's need to return to the defensive prowess that characterized their championship-winning seasons.
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Skipper James Tedesco is off contract at the end of next year.
But what is Sam Walker worth should he win next Sunday?Australia· 2026-09-27
James Tedesco railed against an increase in set restarts and their inconsistent application.
Peter V’landys has revealed his vision for rugby league. It doesn’t include more rule changesAustralia· 2026-09-26
James Tedesco is a key player for the Roosters, benefiting from the leadership of Daly Cherry-Evans.
The moment DCE knew he could win a premiershipAustralia· 2026-09-26
The first full year I played we had signed Cooper Cronk and ‘Teddy’ [James Tedesco] and everything went well for us.
How come Victor Radley is no longer getting suspended or knocked out?Australia· 2026-09-25
The Dolphins’ only other try also came about from a James Tedesco error after he spilled a high ball.
Nawaqanitawase-inspired Roosters into grand final after dominating DolphinsAustralia· 2026-09-25
James Tedesco, the Roosters captain, praises Mark Nawaqanitawase's skills and confidence on the field.
In just two NRL seasons, Sydney Roosters star Mark Nawaqanitawase has provided a lifetime of memoriesAustralia· 2026-09-19
James Tedesco has been among a host of big names raising concerns about an increase in the number of set restarts.
The key challenges for the man about to step into the NRL’s executive chairman roleAustralia· 2026-09-18
James Tedesco mentioned that Angus Crichton is closer to playing than Sam Walker.
Daly Cherry-Evans backs Roosters halves partner Sam Walker to make finals comebackAustralia· 2026-09-15
James Tedesco is the captain of the Roosters and emphasizes the need for leadership during tough times.
NRL Finals 2026: Sydney Roosters v Penrith PanthersAustralia· 2026-09-12
James Tedesco is mentioned in relation to a hit he received from Latrell Mitchell.
Why do we fawn over NFL when our own football codes have it all?Australia· 2026-09-11
See how Sam Walker or James Tedesco perform without Whyte’s go-forward.
Penrith can still win the title without Yeo. Could your team survive loss of its best player?Australia· 2026-08-10
James Tedesco would be in career-best touch, too, if he hadn’t set the bar so impressively high.
Why Sydney Roosters premiership window is more open than everAustralia· 2026-08-10
King has brought the best out of Blues great James Tedesco.
Matt King named NSW Blues State of Origin coach after Laurie Daley stands downAustralia· 2026-08-03
James Tedesco is a fullback for the Roosters who is expected to recover from an ankle injury in time for an upcoming match.
Latest on Mitch Kenny, Dylan Edwards and Tom Trbojevic ahead of round 22Australia· 2026-08-02
James Tedesco holds the key to the Roosters' attack with his speed and ball-playing ability.
The secret to Sydney Roosters attack combining Sam Walker, James Tedesco and Daly Cherry-EvansAustralia· 2026-07-29
Roosters captain James Tedesco said it would have been nice to for Tupou to set a new mark, but was relieved the towering winger would be back this campaign.
Untimely injury could cost Roosters star place in record booksAustralia· 2026-07-26
James Tedesco is noted for his performance in the State of Origin series and a miraculous try.
Are World Cup soccer players arrogant?Australia· 2026-07-10
James Tedesco's dummy-half scurry earned the first set-restart of the game.
How NSW Blues Laurie Daley, Nathan Cleary fix tactics and gameplan to upset QueenslandAustralia· 2026-07-09
James Tedesco’s concussion complicated the game for the NSW team.
How the NSW forward pack dominated Queensland to secure a historic series victoryAustralia· 2026-07-08
James Tedesco was knocked out during a game, raising concerns for his health.
NSW fullback James Tedesco knocked outAustralia· 2026-07-08
James Tedesco was knocked out of the contest right on half-time.
Nathan Cleary silences the critics as NSW Blues stun Queensland in Origin deciderAustralia· 2026-07-08
James Tedesco was later ruled out of the match.
State of Origin Game III: New South Wales defy odds to beat Queensland and win series
New Zealand· 2026-07-08
James Tedesco is under pressure to perform as a key player for NSW in the series.
State of Origin: Andrew Johns columnAustralia· 2026-07-07
James Tedesco is a fullback for NSW who is expected to play a significant role.
Why NSW Blues star Nathan Cleary needs to play five-eighth outside Mitchell Moses if Blues are to winAustralia· 2026-07-07
He did draw a middle seat between James Tedesco and Nathan Cleary.
Can Galvin cameo help Blues counter Maroons’ stars?Australia· 2026-07-04
James Tedesco is noted for his ability to support big men in the game.
State of Origin 2026: Andrew JohnsAustralia· 2026-07-01
James Tedesco is among those who have to rediscover their best form on the toughest stage of the year.
This NSW squad is good enough to win. It’s the starting 13 who are a worryAustralia· 2026-06-29
James Tedesco is listed as part of the NSW Blues team.
NSW Blues team, Laurie Daley live press conference after Brian To’o axingAustralia· 2026-06-28
Other big names who will be free agents include James Tedesco.
Rich new broadcast deal could push the NRL salary cap up to $20m by 2028Australia· 2026-06-27
James Tedesco replied with a lovely short kick for Robert Toia to equalise.
Three Maroons on report as Roosters hand Broncos seventh straight defeatAustralia· 2026-06-26
