Less than a month away from the opening game of the 2024 AFL season, clubs are beginning to get a strong idea of how they'll line-up to start the new premiership race.
With the early stages of the season comes plenty of debuts, with top draftees, second-year talents and long-serving sidemen eager to get their first taste of AFL action.
Every club is likely to blood new names this year, with some expected and others to come from the clouds for what will be a memorable occasion in their careers.
We've looked at the first-year rookies and those still waiting for a debut at each club to identify which players have the best chance of playing their maiden AFL match in 2024.
Hawthorn
Rookies: Calsher Dear, Nick Watson, Will McCabe, Bodie Ryan
Still waiting: Clay Tucker, Jack O'Sullivan, Joshua Bennetts
Most likely to debut in 2024: Small forward Nick Watson is sure to turn heads this year as part of an attacking contingent that includes Jack Ginnivan and Luke Breust. The top five draft selection could be an instant starter against Essendon come Round 1 despite his 170cm frame. Father-son addition Will McCabe is another who could be ready for senior action this year given his size and role.
