Round 2 of the 2022 AFL season gave further insight into this season's leading candidates for our Rookie Rankings.
The weekend has seen a majority of the top five selections shift their place in the order, while a number of emerging names are pressing their case to break into the standings.
Hawthorn pair Josh Ward and Connor MacDonald are among those knocking on the door ahead of Round 3, with Tiger Josh Gibcus showing plenty of poise and potential in just his second career game as the trio earn honourable mentions.
For our Rookie Rankings, we are taking a look at 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 previously will not be considered.
VIEW: ROUND 1 RANKINGSย
Round 2 Honourable Mentions:
Aaron Black (West Coast) - 15 disposals, four marks, four clearances, one goal
Josh Gibcus (Richmond) - 10 disposals, four marks, 100% disposal efficiency
Josh Ward (Hawthorn) - 20 disposals, five marks, four clearances, one goal
Connor MacDonald (Hawthorn) - 18 disposals, two tackles, one goal
3. Jason Horne-Francis (+2)
While we're yet to see the best of the No.1 pick, there's no arguing Jason Horne-Francis has delivered consistency on what has been asked of the bullish onballer.
The Roos' young gun has slotted into David Noble's midfield and quickly is matching it with ready-made talent, with Sunday no exception.
While the Eagles were undermanned across the field, Horne-Francis was still tasked with going up against the likes of Luke Shuey and Tim Kelly in the engine room.
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The South Adelaide product recorded 13 contested possession from his 20 touches, while also tallying four marks, four tackles and five intercepts.
