A second Carlton player has moved into our Rookie Rankings after eight rounds, with a young Demon making way after three weeks among the top seven.
The newest arrival has seen a shift between fifth, sixth and seventh, while the top four remains the same from Round 7 after a strong weekend of form for our best-rated rookies.
Criteria: For our Rookie Rankings, we are selecting players who have made their debut this season. Other players who may still be eligible for a Rising Star nomination but have already made their debut prior to the 2023 season will not be considered.
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Round 8 Honourable Mentions
Bailey Humphrey (Gold Coast)
Arthur Jones (Western Bulldogs)
Blake Drury (North Melbourne)
1. Harry Sheezel (-)
The Roos' young star recorded his sixth 30-disposal appearance of the season in Sunday's loss to St Kilda, seeing his season average sit at 38.6 disposals from his eight matches in the AFL.
Sheezel was again a key contributor at half-back under Alastair Clarkson, however his impact was certainly felt when around the contest, recording nine contested possessions, two clearances and six score involvements in the game.
It's become a standard performance for the former Sandringham Dragon, who only strengthen his place atop our Rookie Rankings in Round 8.
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The Roos will continue to chase their third win of the season and first since Round 2 when they face Port Adelaide in Tasmania on Saturday.
