After making the Grand Final last year, the Western Bulldogs fell short of expectations in AFL season 2022. The Dogs snuck into the finals in eighth place, but would eventually fall short to Fremantle in a blistering elimination final comeback.
But even in a down year, the Bulldogs hold a healthy list with some high-end talent coming through their ranks.
The arrival of some fresh faces at Whitten Oval could shoot the Western Bulldogs straight back into premiership contention, though the imminent departure of midfielder Josh Dunkley sets them back.
Lachie Hunter is another who could leave the club after the winger had a rocky 10-game season and took time away from the AFL for personal issues.
Despite two midfielders potentially on the move, the Bulldogs are still in need of key position stocks. The club will be looking to add another key defender to their list after inconsistent years from Alex Keath and Zaine Cordy.
Defender Liam Jones seems likely to rejoin his old club, but may not be the elite stopper the Dogs need after time away from the AFL.
The Bulldogs have Picks 11 29, 37 and 65 available should they need them in a trade.
4. Deven Robertson
With the Lions low on draft stocks, trading for a player of Dunkley's quality is going to cost them. Young midfielder Deven Robertson has been linked to West Coast for draft picks, but could go straight to the Dogs instead.
Robertson would be a good fit at Whitten Oval, with an ability to play wing or inside mid and fill the spots of Dunkley or Hunter.
Mostly known for his defensive game, the 21-year-old would offer something different to the Bulldog's midfield unit.
The young Lion averaged 11.9 disposals and 4.0 tackles for the year, with his best performances coming in Brisbane's three finals.
