Four of the top seven in our Rookie Rankings have swapped spots after Round 9's events, with the top three remaining the same for another week.
An Eagles tackling machine has jumped two spots, while two Blues have both fallen in our rankings after Carlton's loss to the Bulldogs.
An unprecedented five players earned honourable mentions for the weekend, with Sun Bailey Humphrey, Demon Jacob van Rooyen and Hawk Seamus Mitchell all pressing for top seven spots after strong performances.
Criteria: 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 2023 season will not be considered.
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Round 8 Honourable Mentions
Bailey Humphrey (Gold Coast)
Seamus Mitchell (Hawthorn)
Josh Weddle (Hawthorn)
Jacob van Rooyen (Melbourne)
Arthur Jones (Western Bulldogs)
6. Mattaes Phillipou (+1)
After dropping one spot last weekend Phillipou shoots back into sixth spot after holding his against the Crows on his way to recording 18 possessions (five contested), three marks and eight score involvements in Sunday's loss.
The young forward was able to shake off an early injury concern to remain on the field for Ross Lyon's side and see out the match, with Phillipou now featuring in all nine games to start the year for the Saints.
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Disposals
St Kilda and Phillipou will venture to Sydney's west next weekend for their Round 10 clash with the Giants as they look to return to the winner's column.
