The class of emerging future stars was evident in 2021, with a host of young names breaking onto the AFL stage and showing plenty of promise for the roads ahead.
Looking at players to have made their debut this season, we list the 10 players to have had the strongest campaigns after finally breaking through to the top flight.
2. Miles Bergman (Port Adelaide)
Debut: Round 1 vs North Melbourne
Games: 23
Missed just the one game for the season for the Power as the South Australian side managed another top-four finish.
Bergman joins a shining light of youngsters making a name for themselves at Alberton Oval, with the 20-year-old slotting into several roles under Ken Hinkley in his maiden campaign.
Defender
Disposals
Marks
Rebound50s
Ranked elite for his position in intercept marks and contested defence one on ones faced, looking to be a reliable asset down back for the Power for the years to come.
Able to move forward and impact the scoreboard when called upon, Bergman could be an important figure for Port Adelaide as they chase their second AFL premiership.
