We have a new face among our Rookie Rankings after 10 rounds, while a handful of contenders continue to emerge in pressing their case for a top seven spot.
Our top two avoided swapping spots despite both young stars playing key roles over the weekend, while a gun Sun has moved into seventh as one of three shifts among our Rankings following Round 10.
But it's the honourable mentions that are gaining more and more attention as we near the bye rounds, with Risint Star nominee Josh Weddle and Hawthorn teammate Cameron Mackenzie continuing to impress.
New Roo George Wardlaw got his career off on the right foot against the Swans, while another Hawk in Seamus Mitchell will be one to watch over the coming rounds.
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 10 Honourable Mentions:
Ollie Lord (Port Adelaide)
Josh Weddle (Hawthorn)
George Wardlaw (North Melbourne)
Cameron Mackenzie (Hawthorn)
3. Max Michalanney (-)
It was a difficult watch for Crows fans over the weekend, with the Bulldogs putting their foot to the floor on their way to securing a 45-point win.
The onslaught saw Michalanney, among other Adelaide defenders, placed on the back foot early, with the father-son draftee left to take on the tall task of Rory Lobb following Mitch Hinge's injury.
Michalanney was again admirable in the game, looking to shut down the opposition's attack and move the ball with accuracy from the defensive third.
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The Crows will host Brisbane this weekend as Michalanney looks to narrow his gap on the top two.
