As we near the opening round of 2022, we take a look at the premier midfielders in the competition.
Here is our top 10 list of the best midfielders in the league for this upcoming season, with All-Australians, Brownlow winners and Norm Smith medallists scattered throughout.
RANKING THE TOP 10 RUCKMEN IN THE AFL
RANKING THE TOP 10 FORWARDS IN THE AFL
1. Clayton Oliver
The 24-year-old had an outstanding season in 2021 after finishing third in the Brownlow count, with Oliver a pivotal part in breaking the Demons' 57-year premiership drought.
Oliver averaged 31.6 disposals, 17.4 contested possessions and 7.4 clearances in 2021, cementing himself as the competition's most prolific contested ball beast.
The combination of Oliver, Petracca andย Gawn in the Melbourne midfield is a threat to any opposition side.
Midfielder
Disposals
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Clearances
His incredible power and breakaway strength makes him one of the toughest opponents to stop. Oliver is undoubtedly one of the best players across the AFL.
