With the 2024 season in the rear-view mirror, it's time to list the cream of the crop of AFL 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 of AFL 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.
Here is the first edition (50-41) of our top 50 AFL players right now...
10. 41 - Jordan Dawson
Like his fellow South Australian skipper, Dawson also took a small step back in 2024, despite polling 18 Brownlow votes.
It seemed like his class and poise on the outside was not utilised as much as it was in his All-Australian campaign in 2023, which was surprising given the emergence of Jake Soligo at the coalface of Adelaide's midfield.
He displayed his best on occasion, particularly at home, but it wasn't enough in the Crows' failed quest for finals.
