With another round in the books and more rookies making their mark on the AFL, we've decided toย widen our top spots to six from this week onwards.
A Cats forward had an instant impact in his debut, while a top Giants draftee continued to impress in his second AFL match as they press their case for a spot in our six spots.
For our Rookie Rankings, we are selecting players who have made their debut this season. Other players who may still be eligible for a Rising Star nomination but have already made their debut prior to the 2022 season will not be considered.
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Round 6 Honourable Mentions
Ollie Dempsey (Geelong)
16 disposals, eight score involvements, one goal
In his AFL debut the Cats rookie delivered on what was asked, often popping up on scoring chains and even kicking a goal of his own to impress onlookers.
Finn Callaghan (GWS Giants)
18 possessions, 83.3% disposal efficiency, six intercepts
The Giants' top pick was cool, calm and collected despite the ongoing pressure mounted by St Kilda at Manuka, often playing a defensive role out on the wing.
Sam Hayes (Port Adelaide)
11 disposals, 47 hit-outs, seven contested possessions
Carrying the first-string ruck duties in just his second career game, Hayes held his own against the Eagles to amass 47 hit-outs and play a key role in the club's first win of the season.
3. Nic Martin (+2)
The Bombers rookie stood tall despite defeat to Collingwood, offering his swift services on the wing and in attack.
A number of defensive efforts also added to the Western Australian's strong Round 6 performance, with Martin collecting 22 possessions, seven marks and four score involvements at a disposals efficiency rating of 81.8%.
The 21-year-old has pieced together a consistent run of form across all five of his appearances in 2022, a measure that has him well placed in our Rookie Rankings.
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Martin and the Bombers will face the tough task of halting the Bulldogs' midfield this week, as both clubs enter Round 7 in need of a win.
