We're five rounds into the 2022 AFL season and our Rookie Rankings are taking further shape, with more shuffling between the top five after the weekend's action.
An emerging Docker has risen up the leaderboard for the second straight week, while a crafty Crow's goal tally has him in good stead.
A Hawks pair stood tall in their Easter Monday upset over Geelong, while a Bombers debutant was impressive despite a disappointing maiden match for the club.
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 2022 season will not be considered.
VIEW:ย ROUND 4 RANKINGS
Round 5 Honourable Mentions:
Ben Hobbs (Essendon) - 15 disposals, six marks, five tackles, 80% disposal efficiency
Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera (St Kilda) - 15 touches, five marks, 492 metres gained
Reef McInnes (Collingwood) - 10 possessions, three tackles, two goals
Connor MacDonald (Hawthorn) - 16 disposals, five inside 50s, four score involvements
Josh Ward (Hawthorn) - 18 possessions, five clearances, six score involvements
Jack Hayes (St Kilda) - 16 disposals, 11 contested possessions, one goal
3. Nathan O'Driscoll (+2)
The young Docker has quickly cemented his place in Justin Longmuir's planning as Fremantle look to build on their strong start to the season.
O'Driscoll amassed 22 disposals, five score involvements, two goal assists, eight contested possessions, three clearances and 480 metres gained in a prolific outing in purple against the Bombers.
In what was just his third full match at senior level, O'Driscoll has rapidly transformed into a reliable running option across all three lines in Fremantle's system.
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Now setting his sights on Saturday night against fellow 4-1 side Carlton, O'Driscoll will face his toughest opposition yet.
