Four of the top five in our Rookie Rankings have moved spots following Round 3, with a North Melbourne young gun now sitting at the summit.
The podium is rounded out by a pair of Demons, while a Tigers forward has returned to our top five following a strong outing against the Swans on Sunday.
Honourable mentions go to Dogs duo Harvey Gallagher and Ryley Sanders, Hawks excitement machine Nick Watson and Fremantle defender Josh Draper.
Our Rookie Rankings will expand from five players to six at the cessation of Round 6.
Selection Criteria:ย For ourย Rookie Rankings, we are ONLY 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 2024 season will not be considered. I.e. Rising Star eligible players such as George Wardlaw, Angus Sheldrick and Sam Darcyย are ineligible, having already played anย AFL match prior to Round 1, 2024.ย
Round 3 Honourable Mentions:
Joshua Draper (Fremantle)
Harvey Gallagher (Western Bulldogs)
Ryley Sanders (Western Bulldogs)
Nick Watson (Hawthorn)
1. Colby McKercher (+1)
North Melbourne's young star has continued to rise each week this season and now finds himself atop our Rookie Rankings after his third match.
His 19 disposals against Carlton is stunningly a season low, with McKercher adding six marks, six intercept possessions and over 260 metres gained in a tough slog on Good Friday.
The midfielder-turned-rebounding defender has looked comfortable at the top level and was again a promising performer for the Roos despite another loss.
Defender
Marks
Disposals
Tackles
A clash with Brisbane this week in South Australia will be an enticing watch as both sides look to secure their first victory of 2024.
