Wests Tigers coach Jason Taylor has pushed for James Tedesco to be considered for the New South Wales fullback position after a slashing three try performance against Manly-Warringah on Monday night.

Tedesco was in everything and took the three points in the Handyman Magazine Medal.

When asked about Tedesco’s chances Taylor was adamant this was Tedesco’s time.

“Yep, absolutely. We talked about that this time last year and I didn’t think he was. He played every minute of every game last year and in my opinion – that’s a really easy decision.

“There’s not many better finishers in the game.”

And Taylor, who represented the Blues in the 1990’s, isn’t wrong after Tedesco’s Tigers who mauled the Sea Eagles 36-22 in a performance that leaves Wests 2-0 to start the season.