This week's Rookie Rankings has seen one shift among the top six, while a pair of first-year Roos were handed honourable mentions for their performances on Sunday.
Two Bombers hold a spot in our rankings, while a young Saints has ascended his place to land fifth spot.
A young Magpies has backed up his strong run of form, but is facing healthy competition from the man he stole the No.1 spot from.
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 2022 season will not be considered.
I.e. players like Jai Newcombe, Jake Bowey, Corey Durdin and Sam De Koning are ineligible.ย
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Paul Curtis (North Melbourne)
11 disposals, 4 tackles, seven contested possessions, one goal
Was among the few shining lights for the Roos in their defeat, stepping up as a forward target for his side and offering plenty of pressure inside 50.
Connor MacDonald (Hawthorn)
19 disposals, four marks, six score involvements, seven contested possessions
Arguably his best game for the Hawks, albeit in a loss. Was among several avenues to goal and played his role in midfield.
Jackson Archer (North Melbourne)
15 disposals, eight contested disposals, six intercepts
The son-of-a-gun impressed on debut against the Crows, playing across David Noble's defence and offering a rock-solid service in his maiden match.
5. Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera (+1)
Despite the disastrous outcome on Saturday night for St Kilda, Wanganeen-Milera recorded a career-high 22 touches in holding down a spot on Brett Ratten's wing.
The teenager used the ball at an uncharacteristic 59 per cent disposal efficiency as the Swans mounted pressure on the Saints' ball movement all game.
Wanganeen-Milera's 22 touches resulted in 427 metres gained, while he also recorded four inside 50s, three score involvements and five intercepts.
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The Saints will be tasked to do battle with the Blues on Friday night in their hopes of returning to the winner's list, with Wanganeen-Milera to hold a key role within the club's midfield ensemble.
