With the trade period settled, a host of players and clubs now eye the next exchange window as delisted free agency begins to open.

A number of surprising list calls have been made since the season's conclusion, likely meaning more players could switch clubs after going unfavoured in 2022.

Here we name 12 players that are worthy of a career lifeline for next season.

The first period of delisted free agency for 2022 will commence at 9:00am (all times AEDT) Thursday, November 3, running until 5:00pm Wednesday, November 9.

Delisted free agency will re-open on at 9:00am Friday, November 11, running until 5:00pm Tuesday, November 15.

2. Liam Stocker

Perhaps the most surprising delisting of 2022, with the former first-round selection facing the chop in a ruthless list call from Carlton.

Capable of plying his trade through midfield and in defence, Stocker is seen as one of the more likely names to gain a lifeline through delisted free agency, the draft windows or as a Supplemental Selection Period recruit.

Aged 22 and with 28 games to his name, Stocker has plenty of times on his side and has been in the system for four years.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JULY 18: Liam Stocker of the Blues kicks the ball during the 2021 AFL Round 18 match between the Collingwood Magpies and the Carlton Blues at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on July 18, 2021 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

He had been linked to Essendon shortly after his Blues exit and is sure to have further suitors showing some level of interest.