Our Rookie Rankings after Round 7 have seen no change for the first time this season, while there's plenty of new candidates putting their name up for a chance heading into this weekend.
Carlton's Alex Cincotta has managed a stellar opening two games for the Blues and now looks likely to make the jump into our top seven should his form continue, while young Docker Matthew Johnson was also worthy of an honourable mention from Round 7.
The top of our rankings remain the same, but the gap between top spot and second has significantly narrowed over the past fortnight, with a young Lion now having a live chance to overtake pole position by this time next week.
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 7 Honourable Mentions
Alex Cincotta (Carlton)
Matthew Johnson (Fremantle)
4. Oliver Hollands (-)
Holds his spot at No.4 in our rankings following his side's dominant win over West Coast on Saturday night.
Hollands booted the first goal of his career to open the Blues' account against the Eagles before ending the night with a dozen disposals and five marks on the wing.
Midfield
Disposals
Tackles
Marks
The Blues face Brisbane on Friday night for what will be a big test for Michael Voss' men.
