The weekend has seen some potential Rookie Rankings bolters emerge from their debuts, while a Tigers defender and Bombers recruit continue their rise toward the top.
Another week sees Nick Daicos hold top spot in the rankings, but could his gap over the rest of his rivals be closing?
A Carlton debutant didn't look out of touch in his first game at senior level, while an Eagle amassed a stellar outing despite his side's embarrassing defeat to Richmond.
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.
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Round 7 Honourable Mentions
Greg Clark (West Coast)
24 disposals, six tackles, seven marks, five score involvements
Despite the 109-point loss in his debut, Clark enjoyed his maiden match at AFL level in standing tall against the trying circumstances. A sudden bolter for our rankings.
Jack Carroll (Carlton)
19 disposals, eight marks, 411 metres gained, eight score involvements
Like Clark, Carroll was immense in his first game at AFL level, not looking out of place in the top flight as the Blues ran riot over the Roos on Saturday night. One to watch in the weeks to come.
Robbie McComb (Western Bulldogs)
21 possessions, two goals, three clearances, seven contested possessions
Another mature-aged player gets an honourable mention nod from their Round 7 performance, with McComb an integral part in the Bulldogs' forward-midfield rotations.
2. Nic Martin (+1)
The Bombers recruit is beginning to stake a claim as the club's favourite for their best and fairest, continuing to play a key role under Ben Rutten.
Martin was among the top ball-winners for the Dons on Sunday, recording 25 possessions to go along with seven score involvements, four tackles, five intercepts and four inside 50s.
Stepping up on all three lines, Martin was one of a very few Bombers players who would be able to keep their head up after the 32-point loss to the Bulldogs.
Searching for their second win of the season, Essendon will face Hawthorn in Round 8 as Martin looks to continue on his trajectory as arguably the pickup of the season.
