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.
6. Harrison Jones (Essendon)
Debut:ย Round 1 vs Hawthorn
Games:ย 16
Made his debut in the same match as Koschitzke, however the Hawks came away with the bragging rights after the Bombers' lead imploded late into the game.
Despite the ugly start, Jones would go on to play in a further 15 matches for the year as Essendon made a return to the finals action.
Forward
Disposals
Marks
Goals
The 20-year-old ended 2021 ranked elite for his position in disposal efficiency, kicking efficiency and goal accuracy, looking to be a reliable user of the Sherrin for the years to come at Tullamarine.
