North Melbourne should see a host of changes from last year to 2025, welcoming three mature-aged players into the mix.
The Kangaroos also held firm on their prized Pick 2 and selected Finn O'Sullivan, is is predicted to make an early debut.
But despite the club brimming with youth, Alastair Clarkson's aren't expected to make any meaningful moves up the ladder.
Luke Parker and Jack Darling's inclusion will focus on bringing the next generation up to professional standards, with a keen eye on the future.
It's a tricky selection call across all three lines of the field, so we've assessed North Melbourne's squad ahead of the 2025 season and determined what the best 23-man side will be for a healthy Kangaroos team.
Our Best 23 for 2025 series will include players unavailable for the start of the season, except for those expected to miss most or all of the season through injury or suspension.
Caleb Daniel will slot into his familiar half-back role for his new club, adding some much-needed experience and poise in the Kangaroos' rearguard.
Griffin Logue's time at Arden Street has been marred by injury thus far but should be welcomed back into the back six while Charlie Comben's emergence as an upcoming star defender makes him a lock under Alastair Clarkson.
Top draftee Colby McKercher will resume his position across the high-defensive line but should be expected to be seen further up the ground.
Veteran Luke McDonald will also role through the backline while Zac Fisher could be deployed there if Daniel goes into the midfield.
Father-son gun Jackson Archer made a name for himself in 2024 and will be expected to continue on a similar path to his father, Glenn, as an uncompromising, lockdown defender.
The midfield is North Melbourne's strongest area on the ground, boasting an on-ball brigade consisting of Luke Davies-Uniacke, George Wardlaw, Harry Sheezel and the much-improved Tristan Xerri.
Add into that mix Luke Parker, Bailey Scott, Cam Zurhaar, Tom Powell and Jy Simpkin, and there is plenty there for Alastair Clarkson to work with.
The only thing not on his side, is experience and cohesion, which comes with time.
Xerri's superb 2024 season has him ranked among the competition's best ruckman while 'LDU' consistently proves why he is highly rated among his peers.
Sheezel and Wardlaw will provide Kangaroos fans with plenty of joy over the next decade while Finn O'Sullivan should get some minutes in the centre.
Alike their midfield group, the Kangaroos' forward line boasts some top-line talent but clearly needs more assistance.
Nick Larkey is an impressive key forward despite being limited to poor entries and a lack of opportunities while taking on the opposition's best defender.
He'll be assisted by the inclusion of veteran Jack Darling.
Parker will start up forward but will roll through the midfield to add an old head into the mix while Paul Curtis and Eddie Ford showed they are capable of playing a selfless role inside 50.
Co-captain Jy Simpkin also found a niche role, playing across the half-forward line and should push into the midfield.
Following the inclusion of Caleb Daniel into the backline, Zac Fisher could find himself on the opposite end in 2025 to last year.
And to top it off, youngster Zane Duursma is building nicely into his career as a rangy forward and will be seen more often than not.
FB: Aidan Corr, Charlie Comben, Jackson Archer
HB: Caleb Daniel, Griffin Logue, Colby McKercher
C: Finn O'Sullivan, George Wardlaw, Bailey Scott
HF: Luke Parker, Jack Darling, Cam Zurhaar
FF: Eddie Ford, Nick Larkey, Paul Curtis
FO: Tristan Xerri, Luke Davies-Uniacke, Harry Sheezel
I/C: Luke McDonald, Jy Simpkin, Tom Powell, Zac Fisher
SUB: Zane Duursma
Others to consider: Dylan Stephens, Darcy Tucker, Callum Coleman-Jones, Will Phillips, Josh Goater, Matt Whitlock, Kallan Dawson