With the dust settling on another draft period, AFL clubs and their new recruits begin to turn their attention toward pre-season training in preparation for the 2023 season.
Some clubs have already injected their new wave of young stars into their programs for the summer ahead, while others will require longer development plans before earnign their debut in the top flight.
With some players brought in to have an immediate impact and others seen as project players for the future, we list the draftee at each AFL club that could land a debut in Round 1, 2023.
Carlton
While the Blues could look to first-round selection Oliver Hollands to give their wider midfield options a boost early into the new season, Devils defender Lachie Cowan might be Carlton's most likely new asset that could stamp his authority early.
Cowan gave away more than enough in the NAB League and National Championships with Tasmania to warrant some suggestions he could be ready-made for the biggest stage.
A medium-sized defender, Cowan could slot straight into Michael Voss' backline as an intercepting outlet should Mitch McGovern's form and fitness battles continue into 2023.
Cowan's presence in defence would also give the likes of Sam Docherty or Nic Newman more time further up the field if required.
