As the 2022 season approaches, we take a look at the best performing forwards throughout the 2021 season to try and gauge which of these attackers sits on top of the rankings going into the new season.

Here is our top 10 list of the best forwards in the league for this upcoming season.

RANKING THE TOP 10 RUCKMEN IN THE AFL

7. Bayley Fritsch

Fritsch took his game to new levels in 2021, being one of the spearheads that launched Melbourne into their premiership-winning campaign. The 25-year-old is incredibly nimble, being able to work well with the ball at ground level while also being strong enough to hold his own in the air.

Having a breakout year of sorts, the medium-sized forward kicked 59 goals for the season, beating his previous tally by 37.

A six-goal haul in the grand final was a standout moment for Fritsch, helping stake his claim as one of the leagueโ€™s most dangerous forwards.