Bendigo Pioneers talent Harley Reid will headline the class of 2023, firming as the standout teenager among a pack of exciting young names coming through the system.
Rookie Me Central draft analyst Michael Alvaro spoke toย Zero Hangerย on this year's top National Draft talent outside of the likely No.1 selection, with most of this year's top performers coming from differing states.
Here are six of the best leading 2023 AFL Draft prospects outside of Harley Reid...
6. Jed Walter (Gold Coast)
Position: Key Forward
Height: 194cm
State: Queensland
Community Club: Palm Beach Currumbin
A behemoth when compared to his opposition most weeks, with Walter's frame giving him a great advantage in one-on-one contests.
While having a sharp eye for goal, Walter also adds plenty of pressure to opposing defences with his tacking ability.
Has wrapped up his campaign with the Suns in the Coates Talent League, averaging 18.6 disposals, 5.5 marks and 3.0 tackles per game, and will now turn his attention to the National Championships with the Allies.
Alvaro says: "A big bustling key forward, super physical, aggressive and physically ready. He had no trouble adjusting to the senior opposition.
"He attacks the ball so well in the air and really hustles with his tackling pressure at ground level, which not many tall forwards do. That's a good point of difference. I'd probably have him in that top-five range, to be honest."
