Nicho Hynes, the South Sydney Sharks No. 7, says his performances this season are better than the level he showed when he won the Dally M award in 2022. Multiple outlets report that Hynes is describing a shift in how he measures his game, moving beyond flashy attacking moments and instead focusing on the less visible parts of play. The articles note that his 2022 season featured many “highlight reel” contributions, including try-related involvement that drew attention. In contrast, Hynes now says he is concentrating more on the aspects of his role that may not always show up in highlight statistics, such as consistent playmaking contributions and execution that improves team performance overall. While the reports do not agree on detailed statistical specifics in the provided summaries, they consistently frame the claim around an improvement in his overall form compared with his award-winning year. All accounts present Hynes’ assessment as a change in focus rather than a one-dimensional emphasis on try assists.