While much has been made of which players will be heading where this off-season, the biggest deal of them all could be West Coast parting with Pick 1.
The Eagles are said to be prepared and pleased to open November's draft count but could be willing to offer their spot at the front of the queue to another club if an exceptionally satisfying deal is sent their way.
Four clubs hold multiple first-round picks at this year's draft, while free agency compensation and an assistance package from the AFL are also expected to extend the number of selections made during the opening night of the National Draft next month.
All 17 rivals would love to gain access to Pick 1, but only several sides are likely to have enough draft capital to potentially broker a deal with the Eagles this off-season.
And with Tongala junior Harley Reid viewed as the standout selection in this year's class, offers are likely to be floated West Coast's way.
In this exercise, we look at five clubs that could conjure offers for Pick 1 that might satisfy the Eagles.
2. Melbourne
Offer:ย Picks 5, 13 and 2024 first-round selection
Despite their finals finish, the Demons hold one of the strongest draft hands this year, with a current total of 4409 draft points, with Picks 5, 13, 25 and 33 at their disposal ahead of next month's market.
Their opening selection comes via Fremantle following their deal to move on Luke Jackson last year, with the Dockers' unforeseen plummet to 14th on the ladder a big bonus for the Demons.
That pick, coupled with Melbourne's own first-round selections for this year and next, has placed the 2021 premiers in a seat that could satisfy a deal with West Coast for Pick 1.
It sees the Eagles remain in the top five of the draft this year, gain Pick 13 and double their draft first-round hand for 2024.
The selection of Pick 13 is likely to hold great value given the top line of this year's draft class looks to reach an end shortly after the opening 15 or so prospects are taken, meaning the Eagles should get access to a pool of players before the talent begins to fall away.