With the 2024 season in the rear-view mirror, it's time to list the cream of the crop of AFLย talent.
We've compiled a list of the top 50 players in the competition, assessing each candidate on a subjective mix of their 2024 production, career pedigree, and future projection.
Ranking an exclusive list ofย AFLย stars has never been more difficult. Each team is littered with candidates on all lines and different players press their case for All-Australian recognition every week.
A plethora of genuine stars have not even made the cut inside the top 50, a handful of names have been included despite interrupted campaigns, while a few have been featured ahead of their time.
SEE:ย TOP 50 AFTER 2024 (50-41)
SEE: TOP 50 AFTER 2024 (40-31)
Here is the third edition (30-21) of our top 50 AFLย players right now...
7. 24 - Jacob Weitering
Jacob Weitering finally secured his long-overdue All-Australian selection in 2024, though some argue it came partly in the absence of Sam Taylor and that Harris Andrews was also in contention.
Nevertheless, his indispensability to Carlton's defence is undeniable; without him, the Blues' backline lacks the structure and reliability required to stay competitive.
The only consistent key position pillar in Carlton's defensive half, Weitering balances a dual role as both lockdown defender and interceptor โ though the lack of support around him often tests this balancing act.
His presence and health are vital for Carlton's ambitions, with his ability to shut down the opposition's best forward and launch counterattacks from deep setting the tone for the team.
As the Blues look to convert their roster into premiership contention, Weitering's form will likely determine whether they're premiership contenders or face another missed opportunity in 2025.
