BROWNLOW MEDAL PREDICTOR

Tom Green dominated through the midfield against a depleted Essendon side, topping all players for contested possessions and clearances with 17 and 16 respectively to make up his 30 disposals. Green made his possessions count, with eight of these leading to scores including a goal of his own.

Former Bomber Jake Stringer had one of his better performances for the season with three goals, an equal game high- 8 score involvements and 18 disposals.

Finn Callaghan proved how important he will be coming into finals as one of the best midfielders for the Giants, picking up a game high- 33 disposals and making a team high- 537 meters.

Will Ashcroft sealed the game with a massive set shot from outside 50, booting his third goal of the game from 26 disposals in a best on ground performance.

The Lions deep midfield once again got the better of their opponents and made it difficult to split who will receive the minor votes. Hugh McCluggage was dominant with 27 disposals, 18 contested possessions (game high), 7 clearances (equal team high) and 8 score involvements (equal game high), whilst Josh Dunkley had enormous effort in defence with 15 tackles (game high) to go with his 15 contested possessions and 28 disposals (team high).

When Dylan Moore gets the ball in his hands, the Hawks become a very hard side to stop. The Hawthorn vice-captain had a game high- 32 disposals to go with 6 clearances, 9 tackles and kicking 2 goals.

Jarman Impey hit the scoreboard with three goals from his 26 disposals to be the biggest threat to the best on ground honours.

James Worpel narrowly gets the nod over Josh Ward with his 26 disposals, topping all Hawks with 9 clearances and also having 14 contested possessions and laying 7 tackles.

If a player could receive all six votes in a match, Isaac Heeney would have received the 3, 2 and 1 for this performance. Heeney played one of the great individual games of the season with 34 disposals, 9 inside 50s, 16 contested possessions, 13 clearances and kicking 5 goals!

Brodie Grundy has been in ripping form the last two months and is a chance to vote in all of the Swans last five wins. Grundy had 22 touches, 18 contested possessions (game high), 11 clearances and 62 hitouts.

Nick Blakey was terrific with 29 disposals, a game high- 777 meters gained, a team high- 7 intercept possessions as well as 8 marks.

Despite being in the losing side, Kysaiah Pickett had the best individual effort on the ground with 5 goals and a game high- 11 score involvements from his 23 disposals.

Patrick Cripps was able to step up as captain, leading from the front with a game high- 29 disposals, 14 contested possessions and 8 clearances in the Blues upset victory.

Ashton Moir made a name for himself, booting 4 goals and having 7 score involvements in a low scoring victory for Carlton.

Tim Taranto’s terrific form continues with another best on ground performance in a rare Tiger’s win, picking up 30 disposals, 13 contested possessions, 7 clearances, 9 score involvements and kicking 3 goals.

Jacob Hopper wasn’t far behind his former Giants teammate, kicking two goals and leading the game for disposals (33), contested possessions (18) and clearances (8).

Harley Reid was the best for the Eagles after copping plenty of mid-week criticism, having 27 disposals, 11 contested possessions, 6 clearances, 7 inside 50s and kicking 2 goals.

Jeremy Cameron booted himself well clear for a second Coleman medal with his bag of five goals in the Cats win over St Kilda, picking up 14 disposals and being involved in 8 scores.

Nasiah Wanganeen- Milera was already the most sought after signature in the competition, but his recent form through the midfield could earn him another zero at the end of his contract. Being deployed on the ball, the classy Saint had a game high- 36 disposals, 10 clearances to go with 13 contested possessions, 642 meters gained, 9 score involvements and 2 goals.

Max Holmes was the best Cat through the midfield, picking up a team high- 32 disposals,game high- 8 inside 50s, 809 meters gained as well as 8 score involvements and taking 7 marks.

Unheralded Cat Shaun Mannagh was brilliant up front with three goals from 24 disposals and laying 11 tackles.

Fremantle’s barrel-chested forward- Patrick Voss earnt best on ground honours with his six-goal performance against a strong Collingwood defence.

Nick Daicos and Caleb Serong were hard to split with both of these dynamic midfielders having terrific games and only one point separating the two teams.

Daicos had a game high- 43 disposals and 778 meters gained to go with his 14 contested possessions, 8 clearances, 7 inside 50s, 8 score involvements and a goal to assist in his Brownlow Medal lead.

Meanwhile, Serong edges into second place in the Brownlow Leaderboard with 37 touchesand a game high- 16 contested possessions, 9 clearances, 9 score involvements and kicking a goal in the Dockers win.

Another standout performance in a match that seems deserved of more than just three votes, Alex Neal- Bullen proved his worth in his first season at Adelaide with a game high- 31 disposals, 12 score involvements and 3 goals as the best player on the ground against a contending team in Gold Coast.

James Peatling was the Crows best clearances player on the ground with 7 from his 21 disposals, also kicking a goal and having 9 score involvements.

In an even spread of performers from the remaining Crows players in a 61-point win, Jake Soligo gets the nod with 24 disposals (third most of any Adelaide player), 6 marks, 5 tackles, 6 score involvements and a goal.

Josh Dunkley was the inaugural winner of the Robert Walls Medal as Best on Ground between these two sides, playing a pivotal role in the midfield with 28 disposals, 13 tackles, 7 score involvements and a team high- 13 contested possessions.

Skipper- Lachie Neale was also influential with an equal team high- 31 disposals, team high- 6 clearances to go with his 11 contested, 8 tackles and 7 marks.

Will Ashcroft continues to accumulate the ball with ease, picking up 29 disposals and also kicking a goal.

George Hewett was the Blues best with game highs around the board, leading all players for disposals (33), contested possessions (17), clearances (9) and score involvements (8) including a goal.

A trio of midfielders will take out the Brownlow votes in this top-8 clash, but Matt Rowell is the most likely to secure the best on ground honours with his equal game high- 32 disposals, game high- 18 contested possessions, 12 clearances, 9 inside 50s and also hitting the scoreboard with 2 goals.

Noah Anderson continues to be the Suns barometer and inspirational leader with his 32 disposals, 17 contested possessions, 8 clearances and kicking a goal through his brilliant clearance work in the final term.

Shifted into the midfield, Josh Daicos may have found himself a position for the future such was his performance. 32 disposals, 14 contested, 656 meters gained, 10 score involvements and 2 goals. His final term alone kept Collingwood in the match with 16 touches, 5 tackles, 4 clearances and 2 goals.

Riley Thilthorpe proved himself as one of the most damaging players in the game, kicking six goals from 17 disposals in the Crows 11-point win in a memorable performance.

Marcus Bontempelli was the best midfielder on the ground in a losing cause, leading all players for many key statistics with 37 disposals, 16 contested possessions, 12 tackles, 8 clearances, 10 inside 50s, 778 meters gained, 6 goal assists and 166 AFL Fantasy points.

Jordan Dawson’s season is on track for a third straight Best and Fairest and second All-Australian jacket, picking up a team high- 27 disposals, equal team high- 13 contested, 6 clearances, 7 inside 50s, game high- 12 score involvements and kicking 2 goals.

Aaron Cadman has emerged this season as the number one draft pick that GWS hoped he would be, kicking six goals in the Giants upset against a formidable Geelong side, also having 15 disposals and taking 8 marks.

Lachie Whitfield was terrific in his 250th milestone match, leading all players with 32 disposals, 11 marks in typically classy fashion.

Finn Callaghan was the best midfielder on the ground, with 29 disposals (second most on the ground), game high- 9 clearances, and 8 score involvements.

Tim Taranto was once again leading the charge in the Tiger’s midfield, picking up a game high- 34 disposals and kicking a goal in their upset victory over the Bombers.

Jayden Short made an impact with his 25 disposals, leading all Tigers for meters gained with 497, using the ball at 84% efficiency and taking 10 marks.

Former Giant- Jacob Hopper was typically busy on the inside with 27 disposals, 11 contested possessions and 5 clearances as well as a goal.

Sam Switkowski played his best game of the season, kicking three goals in a low scoring win against the Hawks, including a brilliant snap, roving from a forward stoppage, as well as having 16 disposals and a game high- 8 score involvements.

Caleb Serong and Andrew Brayshaw were once again a dominant duo through the midfield with 29 disposals apiece. Brayshaw laid a game high- 14 tackles and had 6 clearances, whilst Serong led all players with 17 contested possessions and 9 clearances- moving his way to the top 3 in the Brownlow Medal predictor.

Jake Melksham’s purple patch of form has carried on in the Demons comfortable win over North Melbourne, with another bag of 5 goals- his third week in a row of kicking 4+ goals.

Bayley Fritsch was also a damaging player forward of centre with 3 goals from 21 disposalsand having 3 direct goal assists for the match.

Christian Petracca was easily the best midfielder on the ground with a game high- 31 disposals, 14 contested possessions, 12 score involvements as well as 7 clearances and kicking a goal in arguably his best game of the season.

Brodie Grundy’s last two months of football has been vintage in the ruck, with another eye-catching performance against a quality opponent in Rowan Marshall. Grundy finished with 20 disposals, a game high- 17 contested possessions, 7 clearances and 46 hitouts, including the hitout that directly led to the Swans winning goal.

Marcus Windhager was the leading disposal winner with 36 touches, also having 8 marks, 10 contested possessions, 5 clearances and 8 score involvements in the Saints narrow loss.

Errol Gulden was the Swans equal leading disposal winner with 23 touches and also kicked a brilliant game winning goal through his classy stoppage work.

Zak Butters has made a massive charge up the Brownlow Leaderboard in his limited matches this season and will certainly poll highly after having 38 disposals, 12 contested possessions, 7 clearances and 9 score involvements.

Jason Horne- Francis is the only threat to Butters polling the three votes after having 27 disposals, 12 contested possessions, game high- 9 inside 50s and kicking 3 goals.

2021 Brownlow Medallist – Ollie Wines played his role in the inside to perfection with game high- 17 contested possessions and 10 clearances from his 25 disposals.

Aaron Naughton has been in excellent form since the return of Sam Darcy in the Bulldogs forward line, with the high marking forward booting 5 goals and having 10 score involvements from his 14 disposals.

Tom Liberatore was typically effective through the midfield with a team high- 27 disposals, game high- 16 contested possessions, equal game high- 10 tackles, 11 score involvements and 2 goals in his 250th AFL game.

Ed Richards continued his impressive form with 26 touches, 13 contested, a game high- 9 clearances, 7 inside 50s and a team high- 547 meters gained.

Marcus Bontempelli had a major impact as per usual through the midfield and up forward with 25 touches, equal game high- 10 tackles, 11 score involvements and kicking 2 goals.

Nick Daicos extended his lead on the Brownlow Medal predictor after not receiving a hard tag from Carlton, picking up a game high- 36 disposals, 13 contested possessions, 13 score involvements, 615 meters gained, team high- 7 clearances and a goal. Daicos does have a tough run home with the Pies playing five top-9 sides in the remaining seven rounds.

Darcy Cameron played a pivotal role in the ruck with 20 touches, 31 hitouts, 8 marks, and 5 intercept possessions.

Jamie Elliott and Dan McStay were dangerous in the forward line with four goals each as the Magpies went on their way to a 56- point win.

Finn Callaghan had another dominant performance with a game high- 37 disposals, 854 meters gained and 8 inside 50s as well as 6 clearances and 9 score involvements including a goal of his own. A Brownlow Medallist in the making.

Josh Kelly proved his worth to the GWS midfield group with 27 disposals, 5 tackles and 2 goals.

Tom Green was once again the in and under specialist with game high- 18 contested possessions and 9 clearances from his 35 disposals.

Noah Anderson is a front runner for his maiden All-Australian berth in the midfield, and helped his chances with another best on ground display, having 30 disposals and kicking 2 goals, leading the way as the winning skipper.

Zach Merrett was at his prolific best with a game high- 40 disposals, 8 inside 50s, 12 clearances as well as an impressive 17 contested possessions through the midfield.

Up and coming Sun- Joel Jeffrey played one of his best career matches, having 32 disposals (team high), 10 marks (game high), 7 inside 50s (team high) and 740 meters gained (game high) as well as a goal.

Max Holmes pushed himself up to the Brownlow Medal Leaderboard top-6 with another best on ground performance in the absence of Bailey Smith. Holmes was dominant through the midfield with game high disposals (36), contested possessions (12), inside 50s (11) and meters gained (781) and kicked a goal.

Mercurial Cat- Gryan Miers was terrific with 29 disposals (second most on the ground), setting up 12 scores and having 5 clearances and 6 inside 50s for the match.

Jeremy Cameron booted his 700th career goal against the Tigers, kicking 4 goals and 5 behinds for the game and 12 score involvements from his 19 disposals.

Zac Bailey will easily pick up the three votes with his individual efforts against Port Adelaide, kicking 5 goals from 26 disposals and having 12 score involvements and 7 inside 50s.

Lachie Neale and Hugh McCluggage performed plenty of the grunt work through the midfield, with 29 disposals and a goal apiece, with McCluggage having 7 clearances and Neale having 10 score involvements in their 28-point win against Port Adelaide.

Josh Battle was arguably the best player on the ground against his former side, having a team high- 23 disposals at 91% efficiency as well as 9 intercept possessions.

Lloyd Meek performed exceptionally against a highly touted ruckman, finishing with 20 touches, 59 hitouts, 14 contested possessions, and a team high- 10 score involvements.

Had the margin been closer, Nasiah Wanganeen- Milera may have been predicted to receive more votes. The classy half-back had a career high- 43 disposals, game high- 1010 meters gained, 8 inside 50s and 11 score involvements in a losing cause.

Max Hall is yet to be a household name, but performed very well against a top-8 team with 3 goals, 27 disposals, 13 contested possessions, 5 clearances and 9 score involvements.

Against a solid ruck duo of Darcy and Jackson, Brodie Grundy was once again brilliant with a game high- 33 hitouts, 14 contested possessions and 12 clearances as well as 20 disposals, and a goal.

Errol Gulden has barely skipped a beat since his long-awaited return, with 25 disposals (third most on the ground), 8 tackles, 5 clearances, 8 score involvements and a goal.

Chad Warner was also a damaging player in the Swans impressive win against Fremantle, having 24 disposals, 13 contested, 5 clearances, 427 meters gained and kicking a goal.

After a fair few quiet weeks, Izak Rankine received votes with a best on ground performance, kicking five goals from 16 disposals in a come from behind victory against Melbourne that cemented themselves in the top-4.

Ben Keays continues to do his job to the best on his ability, with another vote worthy performance, having 24 disposals (third most for the Crows), 2 goals, 11 score involvements (game high) and 6 inside 50s.

Jack Viney was the best player for the Demons in a losing cause, with 30 disposals, 13 contested possessions (both game high) as well as 9 tackles.

Mitch Georgiades destroyed the Blues defence with five goals in a best on ground performance, having nine score involvements in the Power 50-point victory over the Blues.

Zak Butters was exceptional through the midfield with an equal game high-30 disposals, team high- 6 clearances, and game high- 9 inside 50s and 12 score involvements.

Skipper- Connor Rozee continued his exceptional form from half-back with 30 touches at 90% efficiency, 11 marks, 8 score involvements and 519 meters gained.

Miles Bergman increased his market value with 25 disposals and 2 goals including a massive kick from outside 50 to go with 8 marks and 5 clearances.

Isaac Heeney was on an absolute tear, bringing the Swans back in the game with a flurry of five goals from 21 disposals. Heeney made an impact through the middle as well with 6 clearances and 9 score involvements.

Bulldogs young gun- Joel Freijah had a career best performance in the Bulldogs 9-point win, picking up 23 disposals, 7 marks, 9 score involvements and 4 goals in an impressive display.

Brodie Grundy was once again dominant in the ruck, with a well rounded performance collecting 23 disposals, 14 contested possessions, game high- 8 clearances and 11 score involvements including a goal of his own.

Matt Rowell was at his best inside the contest with some huge numbers, picking up game high- 19 contested possessions, 12 clearances and 7 inside 50s from his 24 disposals as well as laying 11 tackles in the Suns win.

Kysaiah Pickett and Jake Melksham were potent in the Melbourne forward line despite the loss, with Melksham booting five goals from 18 disposals, whilst Pickett had 25 disposals, 14 contested possessions, 6 inside 50s and 3 goals in a well rounded performance.

Jack Gunston made the most of his opportunities against a weaker Kangaroos backline, booting a career high- 7 goals from 15 disposals.

Mabior Chol and Nick Larkey were also damaging in their respective forward halves, with five goals each from both key forwards.

Jai Newcombe was the pick of the midfielders, with his polling history and his 27 disposals, having a team high- 13 contested possessions to go with 9 clearances and 9 score involvements.

Scott Pendlebury never seems to slow down, with another huge performance that could see him pick up another three votes. Pendles accumulated 28 disposals, 13 contested possessions, game high- 9 clearances, 10 inside 50s and kicked a goal.

Nick Daicos leads the Brownlow Medal Predictor after being let off the chain and tag free, collecting a team high- 34 disposals, 10 marks, 9 score involvements, 707 meters gained as well as 9 inside 50s and a goal.

Liam Baker was the best performed Eagles in 29-point loss which is impressive by their standards. The experienced Eagle had a game high- 35 disposals and 10 intercept possessions.

In what many are calling a breakout game, Dan Curtin was everywhere to finish with 26 disposals, 8 marks, 8 intercept marks, 11 score involvements and 2 goals in a performance which had all facets of the game covered.

Jordan Dawson again led from the front and kept in touch with the front runners of the Brownlow Medal race. The two-time Best and Fairest winner had 26 disposals, equal team high- 11 contested possessions, team high- 7 clearances, 527 meters gained and game high- 12 score involvements and 8 inside 50s.

Riley Thilthorpe booted five goals and was involved in 12 scores from his 16 disposals.

Jordan Clark was the clear best on ground with a game high- 31 disposals and 14 intercept possessions, a team high- 10 marks, 13 contested possessions and a goal in a performance that put him in the spotlight for All-Australian honours.

The ruck battle had a major impact on this match, with Rowan Marshall, Sean Darcy and Luke Jackson all playing impressive games.

Rowan Marshall picked up 22 disposals, 13 contested, 26 hitouts, an equal game high- 10 clearances and 10 score involvements including a goal.

Sean Darcy proved his worth in the line up, with 17 touches, 13 contested, 41 hitouts, 7 clearances and kicking a goal.

Caleb Serong kept in touch with the Brownlow front runners as the best midfielder in the ground after collecting a game high- 35 disposals with plenty of damage, having the most inside 50s (10) and meters gained (783) on the ground as well as 2 goals.

Luke Jackson proved once again why he should be the number one ruckman for the Dockers, picking up game high hit outs (48) clearances (10) and score involvements (12) as well as 21 disposals, 14 contested possessions and 3 goals.

Andrew Brayshaw was particularly effective with 29 disposals, 11 contested possessions, 467 meters gained and a goal.

Logan Morris has taken a massive step forward in his second season kicking a bag of 5 goals against a stingy Cats defence and being one of the big differences between the two sides.

Cam Rayner performed to his potential for the first time this year, inflicting plenty of damage with 19 disposals, 5 clearances, 5 marks and kicking 3 goals.

Josh Dunkley was terrific through the guts with 30 disposals, leading all Lions players for contested possessions (15) game high tackles (10) and equal game high- 8 score involvements.

Tom Powell was a standout in the Kangaroos massive upset against the Blues, having a game high 34 disposals, equal game high – 8 clearances as well as 11 contested possessions, 5 inside 50s and 614 meters gained.

Luke Davies – Uniacke has a strong strike rate of playing well in North Melbourne wins and receiving Brownlow votes and this week could be another case of this. The star midfielder had 30 disposals, team high – 16 contested possessions, game high- 9 score involvements as well as 7 clearances.

Colby McKercher continues to excel at a young age, with 29 disposals and 2 goals in a classy performance, leading all players for meters gained with 636.

Isaac Heeney’s performance was reminiscent of his 2024 form, kicking 2 goals from a game high 28 disposals and 13 contested possessions as well as 5 clearances to clearly be the best player on the ground.

Despite Sydney’s form wavering throughout the season, Brodie Grundy has been a constant all year. The ball winning ruckman had 22 disposals, an equal game high 6 clearances, 8 marks and 34 hit outs.

Callum Mills has been terrific in both matches since returning, having 27 disposals, equal game high 8 score involvements, team high 6 intercept possessions, 5 inside 50s and 8 marks.

Despite copping opposition attention from Marcus Windhager, Nick Daicos was able to have a positive impact on the match with 30 disposals, game high- 9 inside 50, 9 intercept possessions, team high- 14 contested possessions and booting a terrific snapping goal on the run.

Darcy Cameron was enormous in the ruck with 19 touches, 28 hit outs, 8 marks, 6 clearances and impacting the scoreboard by kicking two goals.

Patrick Lipinski played a crucial role in the Magpies win with 10 of his 26 disposals leading to scores, including 2 goals of his own, having 8 inside 50s and a game high 9 marks for the match.

Some strong midfield performances from a few of the games elite in this match that are worth of Brownlow votes. Tom Green gets the top marks in a winning cause, picking up 31 disposals, game high- 22 contested possessions, game high- 16 clearances and a magnificent goal on the run side stepping a couple of defenders.

Noah Anderson was on track for the three votes at three quarter time and should still receive some love from the umpires with 42 disposals (game high), 15 score involvements (game high), 15 contested possessions and kicking 2 goals.

Anderson’s midfield partner was just as effective with 34 disposals, 19 contested possessions, 12 clearances, 7 inside 50s and 8 tackles.

Marcus Bontempelli was at his inspirational best in the Bulldogs emphatic win over the Tigers, finishing with a stat line that should see him pick up the three votes. Bontempelli had game high 36 disposals, 15 contested possessions, 7 clearances, 11 inside 50s, 12 score involvements, 716 meters gained and kicked 3 goals!

Sam Darcy hasn’t missed a beat since returning from injury with another great performance, kicking 5 goals from 19 disposals and taking 8 marks and having 9 score involvements.

Tim English played one of his better games for the season, having 24 disposals, 6 clearances, 28 hit outs, 10 score involvements and 2 goals.

Sam Darcy was a terrific target in the forward line in his return from injury, taking 9 marks, kicking 3 goals and winning 19 disposals.

Ed Richards continued his effective role in the midfield, winning 25 disposals, having a game high- 7 clearances, 15 contested possessions, 9 inside 50s and 11 score involvements including a goal.

Bailey Dale was at his ball winning best with game high- 36 disposals, taking 10 marks and making 628 meters gained.

Matt Kennedy was an excellent contributor through the midfield with 29 disposals, 5 clearances and will have caught the umpire’s eye with 2 goals.

Jarman Impey was the leading disposal winner for the match with 28 disposals and took 10 marks, playing an important role from the back half with 756 meters gained and 10 intercept possessions- both being game highs.

Dylan Moore stepped up as the skipper of the Hawks with 23 disposals (the second most of any Hawk), 11 contested possessions, 5 inside 50s and a game high- 13 tackles.

Josh Weddle was once again a standout player with 23 disposals, 7 intercept possessions, 683 meters gained and 4 inside 50s.

The Giants big men up forward were the difference between the two sides, with Jesse Hogan having a dominant performance at the Gabba with 6 goals from 16 disposals and taking 12 marks, whilst Aaron Cadman had the best match of his short career with 5 goals, 19 disposals and 13 marks.

Finn Callaghan was a welcomed inclusion with 32 disposals, 5 clearances, 6 inside 50s and 585 meters gained as one of the better performers in the Giants midfield.

Extremely difficult to split the star Cats trio as they all had dominant performances against Essendon. Jeremy Cameron provided up forward with 6 goals from 14 disposals and had a game high- 10 score involvements.

Bailey Smith didn’t miss a beat after being a late out in Round 13, having a game high- 41 disposals to go with 9 score involvements, 765 meters gained, 9 inside 50s and 6 clearances.

Max Holmes will be sure to cop more attention from opposition after being allowed to do as he wished for a second straight match, finishing with 36 disposals, game high- 10 inside 50s, 8 clearances, 871 meters gained, team high- 13 contested possessions and a goal.

Andrew Brayshaw and Caleb Serong were difficult to split as they led the way for the Dockers in the midfield. Brayshaw picked up 32 disposals, 9 clearances (game high), 8 score involvements, 679 meters gained, 15 contested possessions and laid 9 tackles.

Caleb Serong pushed himself into the top-3 of the Brownlow Medal predictor with game high- 36 disposals, 16 contested possessions and 10 tackles as well as 8 clearances and a goal.

Harry Sheezel was a standout for the Kangaroos in a close loss, winning a team high- 32 disposals, 14 contested possessions and having 7 inside 50s.

Mitch Georgiades was the difference between the two sides with a bag of 7 goals, taking 10 marks and having 18 disposals for the match.

Jason Horne – Francis was the best of the midfielders on the ground with 29 disposals, 11 contested possessions, 8 score involvements, a game high- 7 clearances and a goal.

Connor Rozee is now in the top-5 of the Brownlow Predictor with another vote worthy performance from the half-back line, winning a game high- 32 disposals and 776 meters gained.

George Hewett receives best on ground honours with 35 disposals, 17 contested possessions, 7 clearances and 9 score involvements- all of which were game highs.

Tom De Koning dominated the ruck battle as most have done this season against West Coast, winning 21 disposals, 28 hitouts, 14 contested possessions, 5 clearances and kicked a goal.

Mitch McGovern made an impact with 3 goals, 13 disposals with 8 of these leading to scores and also taking 6 marks.

Jai Newcombe was back to his very best against a tough midfield, with a well-rounded performance having 27 disposals, a game high- 15 contested possessions, 10 clearances, 10 score involvements and a goal.

Much maligned forward- Mabior Chol played one of his best career matches booting 4 goals and proving to be a reliable target in the Hawks forward line this round.

Josh Weddle stood out with his run and carry, having 537 meters gained from his 18 disposals, leading Hawthorn with 8 intercept possessions and kicking a brilliant goal after taking a couple of bounces through the middle of the ground.

The Crows smalls got to work in the second consecutive week, with Ben Keays and Josh Rachele doing plenty of damage in the front half- kicking 3 goals each in a low scoring game. Keays had 20 disposals and led all players with 7 inside 50s so walks away with the three predicted votes.

Will Ashcroft has continued on his consistent 2025 season, with a game high- 31 disposals, 14 contested possessions as well as 8 clearances and 7 tackles in the Lions narrow loss to Adelaide.

It was a spread of Swans players that could get the votes, in a match where they had to respond to a 90-point drubbing last week.

Nick Blakey was back to his attacking best after the return of Callum Mills and Harry Cunningham, racking up a game high- 34 disposals, 8 inside 50s, 916 meters gained and taking 10 marks.

Isaac Heeney tried his hardest all game and broke the game open for the Swans when shifting forward, with a game high- 9 score involvements as well as 25 disposals, 6 clearances and a goal.

Brodie Grundy was dominant once again in the ruck, with 19 disposals, 51 hitouts, 6 tackles and a goal.

Tom McCartin was brilliant as a key defender, taking a game high- 14 marks, having an equal game high- 8 intercept possessions out of his 19 disposals.

James Jordan played a crucial role up forward with 3 goals from 17 disposals in a low scoring match and kept Nick Vlaustin at bay.

Bailey Smith’s late absence could harm his Brownlow chances, missing a second game this season and his teammates taking full advantage in the midfield. Max Holmes ran amuck against a highly touted midfield group, finishing with 40 disposals, 19 contested possessions, 10 clearances, 861 meters gained and 7 inside 50s- all game highs- to easily pick up the three votes.

Tyson Stengle played his best game of the season, kicking 4 goals from 11 disposals.

Gryan Miers has been more prolific this season, with his brilliant ball use being a weapon for the Cats- finishing with 26 disposals (bettered only by Max Holmes), 6 score involvements and a goal.

It was a Port Adelaide boil over against the Giants in Canberra, with their star duo doing most of the damage and shooting back up the Brownlow leaderboard after some lean weeks.

Zak Butters was back to his best with game highs in key midfield metrics with 32 disposals, 21 contested possessions, 12 clearances and 7 inside 50s.

Connor Rozee controlled from his role at half back with 28 disposals, game high- 685 meters gained as well as 7 marks and a goal.

Miles Bergman finished with 23 disposals, 11 contested possessions, 8 marks, 7 intercept possessions and 548 meters gained to secure the minor vote in the Brownlow predictor.

Tristian Xerri made the most of his opportunities against a weaker West Coast ruck set up., picking up 22 disposals, with a game high- 18 contested possessions, 10 clearances and 37 hitouts in another massive display from the Kangaroos ruckman.

Colby McKercher had his best game of 2025 with a game high- 35 disposals, picking up 5 clearances, 4 inside 50s and 613 meters gained.

North Melbourne skipper- Jy Simpkin fought all match for his 23 disposals, with 9 contested possessions, 466 meters gained and most importantly 2 goals.

Tom De Koning was the standout player on the ground in a scrappy match, accumulating 23 disposals, 13 contested possessions, 7 clearances, 10 score involvements, 29 hitouts and kicking a goal, with his follow up ruck work on full display.

Sam Walsh was one of the better performed midfielders with Patrick Cripps and Zach Merrett both being held to 15 and 14 disposals respectively. Walsh had an equal game high- 32 disposals and 7 clearances as well as 14 contested possessions.

Nic Martin’s brilliant run of form continued with an equal game high- 32 disposals to go with 9 intercept possessions, 543 meters gained and a goal in a narrow loss.

Josh Daicos was the winner of the Neale Daniher Trophy as best on ground in the King’s Birthday clash, winning possessions at will- particularly in the opening three terms- to finish with a game high- 34 disposals and 11 marks. Daicos also had an impressive 8 intercept possessions, 7 score involvements and 545 meters gained.

Scott Pendlebury wound back the clock to win 29 disposals and take 10 marks for the match. The 400+ gamer showed brilliant composure as per usual, helping Collingwood- especially late in the match- win the game.

Jeremy Howe had an enormous game in defence with a game high- 14 intercept possessions, 582 meters gained as well as 26 disposals and 12 contested possessions.

Hugh McCluggage was the standout player on the ground with game highs for disposals (41), contested possessions (17), inside 50s (13) and score involvements (12) and is a lock for the three votes.

Norm Smith Medallist- Will Ashcroft was also brilliant through the Lions highly touted midfield, with 30 disposals, 13 contested possessions and an equal team high- 7 clearances.

Essendon’s Nic Martin impressed in a match that was much closer than punters were expecting, having 29 disposals, 12 contested possessions and 7 score involvements that included two goals.

Nick Daicos jumps to the lead of the Brownlow Medal Predictor and deserves his status as the favourite to win his first medal after placing in the previous two seasons. Daicos was the most prolific player on the ground with 32 disposals, having 10 score involvements and a goal.

Opposition defenders have no answer for Jamie Elliott who is the most in form forward in the competition with another bag of five goals.

Veteran Steele Sidebottom was a welcomed inclusion with 27 disposals, 2 goals and a game high- 597 meters gained.

In wet and slippery conditions, Andrew Brayshaw led the Dockers to a boil over at the Gold Coast with 30 disposals (equal team high), 5 clearances and a goal.

Shai Bolton has found his groove in his new side with another brilliant forward/midfield performance, having 20 disposals, 3 goals and 10 contested possessions.

Noah Anderson tried his hardest in a losing cause to finish with a game high- 39 disposals, 22 contested possessions, 12 clearances and 840 meters gained.

Even with Sean Darcy in the side, Luke Jackson was able to make a considerable impact with 27 disposals, 13 contested possessions, 7 tackles, 8 inside 50s and 21 hitouts.

Lachie Ash has pencilled himself in the All-Australian side with another prolific game at half back, making 797 meters gained from his game high- 36 disposals, using the ball at 86% efficiency.

Tom Green was the Giants best midfielder with 30 disposals, team high- 14 contested possessions, 6 clearances and a goal.

Richmond on-baller Jacob Hopper was brilliant against his old side in a narrow loss, having 29 disposals, game high- 17 contested possessions, 13 clearances, 10 inside 50s and a goal.

Adelaide was dominant all match but no players really stood out as the best on the ground. In an even spread from all players, Alex Neale- Bullen was the leading disposal winner for the Crows with 25 touches to go with 5 inside 50s and a goal.

Ben Keays and Josh Rachele booted 3 goals each as they received plenty of supply through out the match, also picking up 17 and 13 disposals respectively.

Nasiah Wanganeen- Milera was exceptional in his limited game time (due to a head injury assessment), having 29 disposals and a game high- 795 meters gained from just 69% time on ground.

Callum Wilkie led all players with 31 disposals and 15 marks as well as 11 intercept possessions in a match dominated by defence.

Dan Butler played one of his best games of the season with a 4-goal outing in a low scoring affair.

Bailey Smith was the most dominant player on the ground with a game high- 38 disposals and 8 inside 50s to go with 853 meters gained (a trademark for the Cats recruit this season), 7 marks and a goal.

Jeremy Cameron booted another bag of 5 goals and led all players for score involvements with 10.

Max Holmes continued on his impressive 2025 form with 27 disposals, 7 clearances, 853 meters gained and 8 inside 50s.

Gryan Miers contributed with 26 disposals, 9 score involvements, a game high- 13 marks and a note worthy 2 goals.

Four-time All-Australian Jeremy Cameron played a crafty role up forward, booting six goals and threatened to take the game away from the Bulldogs before they managed a comeback. Cameron’s ball use was also crucial with 14 disposals at 85% efficiency, making 507 meters and taking 8 marks.

Max Holmes was everywhere in the Cats win, picking up an equal game high- 33 disposals, a team high- 17 contested possessions, 8 clearances and kicked an eye-catching running goal after taking three bounces.

Ed Richards did enough to snare the one vote, pushing the Bulldogs within striking distance of an upset win. The breakout midfielder had 28 disposals, game high- 10 clearances, 19 contested possessions, 8 inside 50s and an important 2 goals. Narrowly ahead of Bailey Smith (33 disposals) and Shannon Neale (5 goals).

Nic Martin’s dominant performance saw him win best on ground honours, taking home the Yiooken Award after having 35 disposals, 12 contested possessions, 10 score involvements, game high- 660 meters gained and kicking two goals.

Zach Merrett was at his prolific best as he always is against the Tigers, winning a game high- 37 disposals as well as 8 marks, 7 tackles, 6 inside 50s and 9 score involvements.

Essendon tough nut Sam Durham had an impact with 26 touches, 13 contested possessions, 6 clearances and kicking a goal.

Toby Greene felt the sense of occasion in his 250th game, having an enormous 28 disposal, 3 goal game in the Giants upset win against Carlton. The inspirational skipper had 13 score involvements, 6 clearances and 6 inside 50s.

Lachie Ash continued his brilliant 2025 form with an equal team high- 28 disposals and having a game high 699 meters gained.

Jesse Hogan proved too much for the Carlton defence, kicking a game high 4 goals and having 8 score involvements from his 9 disposals.

Lachie Neale had a day out at the MCG with 32 disposals, 13 contested possessions and 5 clearances to prove what he’s capable of when not copping the hard tag. Even at his age, Neale is lingering at the top of the Brownlow leaderboard once again.

Hugh McCluggage was all impact from his 24 disposals, leading all players for contested possessions (17), clearances (11) and inside 50s (8).

Former skipper- Dayne Zorko almost joined the 1000 meters gained club, falling short with 996 from his game high- 33 disposals.

Just as he did in last years Grand Final, Callum Ah Chee was a handful up front with 4 goals from 20 disposals and taking 10 marks.

Nick Daicos simply must be tagged by every team he faces, as he showed again what his impact on games can be. Daicos had 28 of his 38 disposals after half time and inspired the Collingwood comeback that turned into a 45-point win. His 12 inside 50s and 736 meters gained were both game highs.

Ned Long has taken the most of his opportunities in the Collingwood depleted midfield, dominating with 29 disposals, team high- 13 contested and a game high- 14 tackles and 15 score involvements!

Despite being 32 going on 33 years old, Jamie Elliott is producing his best season to date, with another 5-goal performance from 11 touches.

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Caleb Serong once again dominated the Fremantle stat lines in a win over at Optus Stadium, finishing with game high- 18 contested possessions, 12 clearances and team high- 29 disposals.

The Dockers solo ruckman- Luke Jackson was once again in the best players on the ground with 21 disposals, 15 contested possessions, 38 hitouts, 8 clearances and a goal to prove to be one of the best ground level ruckmen in the game.

Murphy Reid was terrific with 4 goals from 18 disposals and was good enough to get recognised by the umpires in his first season.

Adelaide skipper- Jordan Dawson retained his spot at the top of the Brownlow Medal leaderboard with another best on ground performance. The two-time Best and Fairest had 27 disposals (equal game high), 8 clearances (equal game high), 17 contested possessions (game high), 9 tackles (equal game high), 11 inside 50s (game high), 610 meters gained (team high) and 2 goals! Enough said.

Josh Rachele was brilliant in the forward half with 5 goals and would’ve received the three votes most weeks for that performance.

Reilly O’Brien did a terrific role in the ruck with 18 disposals, 45 hitouts, 4 clearances, gamehigh- 12 score involvements and a goal.

Kysaiah Pickett easily picked up best on ground honours as was his dominance all match, booting 5 goals from 24 disposals and causing plenty of headaches for the Swans. Pickett’s tackle breaks and clean work at ground level was a standout, definitely being noticed by the umpires.

It was the Melbourne star trio who all played key roles in their impressive win against the Swans, with Petracca, Oliver and Gawn all very good chances to poll votes.

Clayton Oliver was back to his ball winning best after playing run with roles in the last fortnight, having an equal game high- 31 disposals to go with 12 tackles and a goal.

Christian Petracca was difficult to stop in the midfield with 28 touches, 14 contested possessions and a goal.

Whilst skipper Max Gawn battled hard with Brodie Grundy to finish with 21 disposals, equal game high- 17 contested possessions, 7 clearances, 2 contested marks and a goal.

The early season form of Matt Rowell overshadowed Noah Anderson, however, the last few weeks from the Suns captain has skyrocketed him to the top-3 in the Brownlow predictor. Anderson picked up an equal game high- 36 disposals, game high- 14 contested possessions and 11 clearances in the Suns win.

Touk Miller was another standout for Gold Coast with 30 disposals, an equal game high- 8 inside 50s, 6 marks and a goal.

Nasiah Wanganeen- Milera was the Saints best player with an equal game high- 36 touches, game high- 902 meters gained as well as 6 intercept possessions, 6 score involvements and a goal.

Noah Anderson had a captain’s knock through the midfield, dominating at stoppages on his way to 35 disposals, a game high- 16 contested possessions, 12 clearances and 10 inside 50s as well as 865 meters gained and a goal.

One of the most improved players of the competition this season is Suns livewire forward Ben Long, who booted 4 goals on Thursday night and took one of the marks of the year.

John Noble’s run and dash off half back has transformed the Suns ball movement this season, and it was on full display with a game high 36 disposals and an impressive 1001 meters gained.

Jai Newcombe was the Hawks best in an 8-point loss, collecting 29 disposals, 10 contested possessions, 8 tackles, and 7 score involvements including a goal.

Isaac Heeney was a couple of straight kicks away from having one of the great games, kicking 2 goals and 5 behinds- with a couple of hit posts- winning a game high- 38 disposals, 9 clearances and a team high- 18 contested possessions in the wet on his way to a Goodes- O’Loughlin Medal as best on ground.

Chad Warner was at his best with 30 disposals, a game high- 630 meters gained and 9 score involvements including two of his own goals.

Swans ruckman Brodie Grundy took advantage of the Blues who were without Tom De Koning, winning 19 disposals, 8 clearances, 12 contested possessions, 47 hitouts and an impressive goal.

Josh Daicos has excelled in his role down back this season, winning a game high- 29 disposals to go with 11 intercept possessions, 5 score involvements and 524 meters gained.

Darcy Fogarty would have received attention from the umpires with his four goals to keep Adelaide in the match, moving up to the top-5 on the Coleman Leaderboard.

It wasn’t Nick Daicos’ best game of his career, but still had a valuable impact on the match with 28 disposals (the second most on the ground), 6 inside 50s and a game high- 7 clearances.

Adelaide skipper pushes to the top of the Brownlow Predictor Leaderboard with his efforts in a losing cause, having a well-rounded match with 27 disposals, 9 marks, 8 tackles, 8 score involvements, 500 meters gained and a goal.

The Cats got another big win at Adelaide Oval thanks to a Jeremy Cameron masterclass up forward, booting 7 goals from 16 disposals and taking 8 marks, now sitting third and 2 goals behind Ben King in the Coleman Medal race. One to watch.

Bailey Smith has been a bolter in the Brownlow Medal race, with his consistency and Geelong’s form leading him to be a vote chance most weeks. Smith was the leading disposal winner for the Cats with 30 touches, and finished with a tidy stat line of 7 clearances, 9 inside 50s, 10 score involvements and 700 meters gained.

Oliver Dempsey has proved to be one of the most damaging wingmen in the game, with 2 goals for the eighth time this season, as well as 24 disposals and 10 score involvements.

Shai Bolton played his best game for the Dockers against the Giants, kicking 3 goals from 24 disposals, with 12 contested possessions, 8 marks and 10 score involvements to push Fremantle over the line.

Caleb Serong was back to his ball winning best, having a game high- 36 disposals, 8 clearances, 695 meters gained as well as 12 contested possessions and 5 inside 50s to stay in touch with the Brownlow Predictor front runners.

Luke Jackson reaffirmed that he should be the number one ruckman at Fremantle, dominating with 21 disposals, game high- 15 contested possessions, 32 hitouts and having 7 clearances.

Bailey Dale broke the Western Bulldogs disposal record under the lid at Marvel with an enormous 49 disposals, a game high- 1016 meters gained, having a hand in 11 scores and having 6 inside 50s in a worthy 3-vote performance.

Tom Liberatore was his typical self in the midfield with 33 disposals, game high- 17 contested possessions, equal game high- 8 clearances and kicking a goal.

Ryhlee West has been a consistent performer this season but finally receives a vote for his 4 goal, 19 disposal performance.

North Melbourne was able to win their second game of the season with the help of Tristan Xerri doing plenty of hard work in the ruck, having 19 disposals, 13 contested possessions, 12 tackles, 51 hitouts and 11 clearances against a hard-working Toby Nankervis.

Luke Davies- Uniacke was the best performed midfielder for the Roos with 27 disposals, a team high- 15 contested possessions to go with 7 clearances, 7 score involvements and a goal.

Cam Zurhaar made the most of his chances up forward, booting 4 goals and disposing the ball at 100% efficiency in a low scoring match.

Melbourne skipper Max Gawn proved influential in the boil over against the Lions at the Gabba, with 22 disposals, 7 marks- including crucial marks late in the game, 8 clearances, 46 hitouts and a game high- 15 contested possessions.

Jake Melsham played his best game of the year with 4 goals, 7 marks and 11 disposals.

Kysaiah Pickett loomed a threat all match with 21 disposals, 2 goals and a game high- 12 score involvements.

Christian Petracca was one of the best midfielders on the ground with a game high- 31 disposals, 9 clearances, 7 inside 50s as well as 12 contested possessions and 8 score involvements.

Brady Hough was the Eagles leading disposal winner in their first win of the season, having 24 disposals to go with 487 meters gained, 6 score involvements, 5 inside 50s and a goal.

Jack Higgins shot up to second place in the Coleman race with 5 goals in a losing side.

Rowan Marshall continued this rounds trend of big men having big performances in the ruck, with 27 disposals, 5 clearances, 8 intercept possessions, game high- 18 contested possessions, 40 hitouts and a goal.

It was difficult to split the two top vote getters, but Jamie Elliot got the chocolates with his 6-goal bag against a Dockers side that prides itself on defence, especially at home. Elliott popped up at the right moments and finished with 14 disposals, 8 marks and 9 score involvements.

Jack Crisp was the most effective midfielder on the ground just 5 days after missing a goal after the siren to win last round match. Crisp picked up a team high- 29 disposals and 7 clearances, game high- 18 contested possessions and 709 meters gained and kicked 2 goals.

Jordan Clark tried to will his side over the line, winning 33 disposals, taking 8 marks, having 8 intercept possessions and 462 meters gained.

Harry McKay was back to his marking best and was the standout player on the ground, with 19 disposals, 10 marks, 12 contested possessions and 3 goals in a low scoring affair.

Patrick Cripps was the Blues best through the middle of the ground with an equal team high- 26 disposals and game highs with 15 contested possessions, 10 tackles and 8 clearances. The two-time Brownlow Medallist was at his best on the inside.

Tom De Koning put up a great rehearsal for his potential new club, winning 21 disposals, 10 contested, 36 hitouts and an impressive 7 clearances and 7 inside 50s.

In a match where Hawthorn were inconsistent, James Worpel remained a constant. The hark working midfielder picked up an equal game high-28 disposals, with 18 of these in the opening half when things weren’t going the Hawks way. He led Hawthorn for contested possessions (14), tackles (10) and also won 6 clearances.

Jack Gunston fought hard all day and got his rewards in the last term when the game was up for grabs. The evergreen forward kicked 3 goals, had 14 disposal and was involved in a game high- 10 score involvements.

Harvey Langford was a standout for the Demons in a losing cause, playing with class above his years to finish on 22 disposals, 3 goals and 557 meters gained.

Sydney was smashed from the opening term and it was a trio of Bombers that received the votes for there big disposal numbers and impact with ball in hand. Nic Martin was the leading disposal winner with 38, also taking 8 marks and having 586 meters gained.

Andrew McGrath stood up with 35 disposals, 11 marks and an impressive game high- 745 meters gained.

Mason Redman has had some brilliant moments against the Swans in the past and clearly saved his best performances for this fixture. Redman was prolific with 32 disposals and was the only player in the top-8 disposal winners to hit the scoreboard with a goal.

Despite losing up in Darwin, the Western Bulldogs dominated the disposal game and as such will feature in the votes in their 10-point loss.

Tom Liberatore hasn’t slowed down since Marcus Bontempelli’s return to the side, filling up the stats sheet with 35 touches, 10 tackles, 10 clearances, 15 contested possessions, 7 inside 50s and 11 score involvements- all of which were game highs!

Noah Anderson was arguably the best player for the Suns, winning 14 contested possessions, a team high- 28 disposals and 7 clearances.

The emergence of Ed Richards this season has been astonishing with another eye-catching performances, picking up 31 disposals, game high- 810 meters gained, 3 goal assists and a goal of his own.

Its very rare that a player in the losing side wins a Best on Ground medal, but Connor Rozee’s performance was worthy of such. The Power skipper was leading from the front all game and finished with 32 disposals, a game high- 24 kicks, team high- 684 meters gained as well as 7 inside 50s, 7 intercept possessions, 7 score involvements and a goal. This inspired move to half-back has led to a string of standout performances for Rozee, who now sits atop the Brownlow Medal Predictor.

The presence of Adelaide power forward- Riley Thilthorpe was felt, booting 3 goals from 15 disposals, taking 10 marks and having a hand in assisting 2 goals.

Zak Butters was tough to spot through the midfield with game highs in key categories, finishing with 33 disposals, 16 contested and 10 clearances.

Tim Taranto has once again stood up in a young side, with the seasoned midfielder picking up 27 disposals an equal game high- 7 clearances and game high- 16 contested possessions as well as kicking a goal in the Tigers third win of the season.

Taranto’s partner in crime- Jacob Hopper- was also influential with 15 contested, 7 clearances (equal game high) and 24 disposals.

Sam Banks was the unexpected name at the top of the disposal column, leading all comers with 28 touches as well as 6 marks and a game high- 660 meters gained.

Jesse Hogan played like a man possessed in the Giants must win game against the Cats, booting 7 goals from 22 disposals and even pushing behind the ball in the closing minutes to plug holes, take safe marks and use the ball well to ensure the Giants win the match.

Tom Green was prolific as always with a game high- 37 disposals, 17 contested possessions, team high- 6 clearances as well as 11 score involvements including a goal as the best midfielder on the ground.

Reigning Geelong Best and Fairest- Max Holmes was brilliant as always with 30 disposals, 6 clearances, a game high- 710 meters gained, 14 score involvements and 7 inside 50s.

Luke Davies- Uniacke played his best game of the season in a match that feels like a win for North and a loss for Brisbane despite ending in a draw. The star Kangaroo picked up a team high- 32 disposals, 5 clearances, 12 contested possessions and 565 meters gained.

Former Lions captain- Dayne Zorko was at his ball-winning best with a game high- 39 disposals, taking 8 marks and having 781 meters gained and an equal game high- 8 score involvements.

Josh Dunkley always tries his heart out, and this match was no exception, winning a game high- 15 contested possessions, team high- 10 clearances as well as 27 disposals and laying 8 tackles in a hard fought game.

Zach Merrett pushes up the Brownlow Predictor Leaderboard as Essendon’s standout player with 35 disposals, 5 clearances, 490 meters gained, 8 inside 50s and 14 contested possessions in the Bombers win.

Archie Perkins had an impact in a low scoring game with 3 goals from 15 disposals and taking 6 marks.

Tristan Xerri was dominant in the ruck in a close loss for the Kangaroos, winning 25 disposals, 10 clearances, 16 contested possessions and 39 hitouts.

Mitch Owens and Cooper Sharman stepped up in the forward line for the Saints, booting 3 and 4 goals respectively in their 61-point victory. Owens impressed with 16 disposals and 4 clearances whilst Sharman was an effective target taking 9 marks.

Jack Macrae was the most prolific player on the ground with 38 disposals, 14 clearances, 25 contested possessions and 10 score involvements- all of which are game highs from the ex-Bulldog.

Ed Richards All-Australian calibre season has continued with 30 disposals, game high- 729 meters gained, 11 inside 50s and kicking two goals. His dominance through the midfield in the last season and a half has had a major impact on the Bulldogs form.

Tim English had an exceptional game in the ruck, having a huge scoreboard impact with 3 goals and 3 goal assists on his way to a game high- 17 score involvements. English won his fair share of the footy with 27 touches, 4 clearances and 30 hitouts.

Marcus Bontempelli hasn’t missed a beat since his return from injury and is a strong chance to poll again, having 23 disposals, 3 goals and laying 8 tackles.

Adelaide skipper Jordan Dawson is having an incredible season to date, pushing into the lead on the Brownlow Predictor Leaderboard after kicking 3 goals from 22 disposals, getting involved with 7 marks, 8 tackles and 6 clearances.

Izak Rankine had another eye-catching match with a game high- 29 disposals, 12 score involvements, team high- 13 contested possessions, 9 marks and 2 goals.

Josh Worrell played a brilliant role in defence, winning 23 disposals, taking 7 marks, 393 meters gained and a game high- 9 intercept possessions.

Patrick Dangerfield was winding back the clock with a vintage performance that included 29 disposals, a game high- 17 contested possessions, 8 score involvements including a goal. It was the last quarter dominance that will ensure he receives votes on Brownlow night.

Bailey Smith’s consistency this season has led him to be one of the top predicted vote getters to this point. Smith had a game high- 34 disposals, 715 meters gained as well as 6 inside 50s and a goal.

Nick Daicos is hard not to notice and finished with 28 disposals, 6 clearances, 12 contested possessions and a goal despite copping plenty of opposition attention.

Brodie Mihocek kept the Magpies in the match with a game high- 4 goals against a strong Geelong defence.

Max Gawn further enhanced his reputation as the best ruckman of the generation with an unbelievable 35 disposals, 9 clearances, 22 contested possessions, 12 score involvements, 47 hitouts, 8 marks and a goal in one of the best stat lines of the season.

Christian Petracca has worked his way into the season and is now back to his All-Australian best, having 29 disposals, 17 contested possessions, 8 clearances and a goal.

Kade Chandler impressed with 26 disposals, a team high- 567 meters gained, 8 tackles and a goal.

Chad Warner won his first Brett Kirk Medal as best on ground in the Sydney Derby, having 24 disposals, game high- 7 clearances, 579 meters gained, 10 inside 50s, 9 score involvements and a team high- 15 contested possessions.

Finn Callaghan was the best of the Giants players in their 14-point loss, having 33 disposals, 8 tackles, 6 clearances, a team high- 536 meters gained and 7 inside 50s.

Tom Green was the most prolific player on the ground with 34 disposals, game high- 19 contested possessions, 6 clearances and a goal.

Massimo D’Ambrosio played his best game of the season so far, collecting 30 disposals, taking 9 marks, having a game high- 796 meters gained, 11 score involvements and kicking two goals.

Star recruit- Josh Battle continues to be a handy pick up this season, picking up a game high- 33 disposals, 10 intercept possessions and taking 12 marks.

Jai Newcombe was one of the best performed inside midfielders, having 27 disposals, game high- 11 contested possessions as well as 5 clearances and 9 score involvements.

Will Ashcroft won best on ground honours, receiving his first Marcus Ashcroft Medal after picking up a game high- 34 disposals, 9 clearances as well as an equal game high- 17 contested possessions in a dominant midfield performance.

Hugh McCluggage’s strong form continued with 30 disposals, 16 contested, 8 clearances, game high- 8 inside 50s and team high- 557 meters gained.

It was a game dominanted by the Ashcrofts, with Levi Ashcroft having 29 disposals, 7 marks and 10 contested possessions.

Max Gawn took home the Frank “Checker” Hughes Medal with his vintage efforts in ANZAC Day Eve clash, having 25 disposals, 34 hitouts, 5 contested, marks, 12 score involvements (game high) and 6 clearances.

Christian Petracca had one of his better games this season with 28 disposals and 8 marks while impacting the scoreboard with 2 goals.

Jake Bowey was one of the most prolific players on the ground with 32 disposals, 9 marks, 5 clearances and 5 intercept possessions.

Steele Sidebottom was the tip of the round as an ANZAC Day Medal roughie, going on to win the medal with 35 disposals, 22 contested, 15 clearances (game high) as well as 7 inside 50s and 598 meters gained.

Jamie Elliot often saves his best for Essendon clashes, getting the better of the Bombers defenders to score 5 goals from 19 disposals and taking 8 marks.

Josh Daicos was narrowly picked ahead of brother Nick, with his 36-disposal effort, having 9 marks, game high- 761 meters gained and 8 score involvements.

Andrew Brayshaw escaped the Caleb Serong shadow as a clear best on ground with game high- 37 disposals as well as 17 contested, 8 inside 50s, 8 intercept possessions, 9 score involvements and 522 meters gained.

Caleb Serong made a rise up the Brownlow Leaderboard with his inside midfield efforts, having game highs for clearances (10) and contested possessions (19) from his 32 disposals.

Jordan Clark was impactful from his 27 disposals, making 501 meters for his side and having a hand in 7 scores.

Lachie Neale was let off the chain and inflicted maximum damage with 31 disposals, 11 contested possessions, 8 inside 50s and most importantly booting 3 goals to secure the 3 votes and move to the top of the Brownlow Leaderboard. He hasn’t had his most consistent season, but every good game Neale plays, the umpires will notice.

Dayne Zorko continues his impressive form at his ripe age, having 34 disposals, 9 marks, and a team high- 656 meters gained.

Joe Daniher’s retirement has put plenty of focus on Eric Hipwood, and he hasn’t disappointed this week- booting 4 goals and taking 8 marks to finish with 14 disposals.

Zak Butters continues to be the barometer for the Power with their third consecutive win coming since his return to the side. Butters finished with an equal team high- 27 disposals, game high- 13 tackles and a team high- 13 contested possessions and is catching the competition quickly in the Brownlow race.

Tristian Xerri was North’s best in a close loss with 23 disposals, equal game high- 18 contested possessions, 39 hitouts and a goal.

Jason Horne- Francis copped plenty of criticism for his antics off the field, but was one of the Power’s best on the field. The ex-Roo had 27 disposals, 12 contested, 7 inside 50s and a goal.

Connor Rozee features in the votes for the third consecutive week since shifting to half-back. Having a game high- 721 meters gained, 27 touches, 8 intercepts and kicking a goal, the Power captain is a strong chance to be noticed by the umpires.

Marcus Bontempelli mounted a case for best on ground honours despite being subbed out of the match. Bont finished with 22 disposals, 15 contested possessions, 8 clearances and a game high- 10 score involvements in just 62% game time.

Ex-Demon James Harmes had a major impact with four goals from 22 disposals playing on the wing.

Tom Liberatore was the leading disposal getter for the Bulldogs with 29 touches, 11 contested, 5 clearances and 9 score involvements.

Ed Richards deserves to be mentioned amongst some of the games best, such is his impact on the Bulldogs to start the season. Richards finished with 27 disposals, 12 contested, equal game high- 9 clearances, game high- 704 meters gained and a goal.

Rounding out the votes and most of the Bulldogs midfield, Matt Kennedy impressed with 26 disposals, 7 clearances and importantly two goals to feature in these votes.

Sydney had no answers for Bailey Humphrey who booted one goal in every quarter and was the equal leader for contested possessions in the Suns 38-point win.

Dan Rioli’s class off half-back has been a welcomed addition to Damien Hardwick’s side, winning 21 disposals but using the ball at 90% efficiency, gaining 421 meters and kicking two eye-catching goals.

The presence of Ben King was too much for the Swans talls, marking everything in his area on his way to five goals and the leader of the Coleman Medal.

It was the Blues star players that got the job done against the Cats, with their highly touted on-ballers and key forwards all playing at their best. Harry McKay was enormous in his return match from concussion to boot 3 goals straight, taking 12 marks and have an impressive 19 disposals.

Sam Walsh has found form in recent weeks and was the highest possession winner on the ground with 30 going at 80% and having 6 marks.

Tom De Koning is one of the leaders in the race for the All-Australian ruck position and this game only enhanced his chances. De Koning had 20 disposals, 14 contested possessions and 8 score involvements as well as 39 hitouts and a goal.

Inspirational skipper and two-time Brownlow Medallist- Patrick Cripps was combative as always to have 29 disposals, 14 contested, game high- 8 clearances and team high- 9 tackles.

Jack Gunston has had a return to form at this late stage of his career, taking advantage of his opportunities to kick four goals against the Eagles.

Lloyd Meek monstered the ruck contest with 58 hitouts and was impacting with the ball having 19 disposals and 11 score involvements.

Star recruit Josh Battle was the most prolific player on the ground with 29 disposals with 10 intercept possessions and taking 7 marks.

The Brownlow Medal favourite has jumped into the lead on the Predictors Leaderboard after having 38 disposals, 8 clearances, 12 score involvements, 645 meters gained – all of which were game highs- and kicked a goal. The Collingwood jet is back to his absolute best after a quiet opening to his season and deserves the mantle as the Brownlow favourite.

Josh Daicos seemed to be playing kick-to-kick with his brother on his way to 30 disposals at 90% efficiency with 599 meters gained and kicking a goal.

Dan McStay provided a solid target up forward, finishing with 3 goals in a low scoring game.

George Hewett has had an elite start to the season and won best on ground honours in the Good Friday clash with North Melbourne, picking up a game high- 34 disposals, 21 contested, 12 clearances as well as a goal and 9 tackles.

Two-time Coleman Medallist- Charlie Curnow played his best game of the year, booting 4 goals and having a game high- 11 score involvements from his 15 disposals.

Adam Cerra was prolific with 28 touches, 5 clearances, a game high- 555 meters gained and kicked a goal.

Peter Wright was a welcomed inclusion to the Bombers forward line, kicking 6 goals, taking 7 marks and having 17 disposals in his first game of the season, dragging Essendon over the line against a spirited West Coast.

Essendon utility-Nic Martin had an equal game high- 26 disposals and 9 intercept possessions, game high- 12 marks and kicked a goal.

Up the other end, All-Australian Eagle Jake Waterman stepped up in the absence of Oscar Allen with 4 goals, 10 marks and 13 disposals.

Kysaiah Pickett locked in the 3-votes with his 24 disposal, 5 goal performance in the Demons upset victory over the Dockers.

Max Gawn wound the clock back to pick up 28 disposals, 10 clearances, 18 contested possessions, 12 score involvements and 31 hitouts.

Jack Viney fought hard as always for his 25 disposals, with 5 clearances, 8 tackles and kicking a goal.

Shai Bolton played his best game so far for the Dockers with 3 goals, 9 marks and 20 disposals.

Jordan Dawson has kept the Brownlow count interesting with another 3 votes to keep in arm’s length of Nick Daicos. The Crows skipper had a team high- 27 disposals, 620 meters gained as well as game high- 8 tackles and 9 inside 50s.

Izak Rankine’s move to an inside midfielder has been a success so far, having 8 clearances (game high), 12 contested, 7 inside 50s, 20 disposals and a goal.

Tom Green was the best performed Giant in the midfield with 36 disposals, 7 clearances and a game high- 19 contested possessions.

Taylor Walker may have only booted 2 goals, but this came in a match with only 11 scored between both sides. The veteran forward also had 17 disposals and an equal team high- 12 contested possessions.

Tim Taranto took on one of the most highly touted midfields in the league, finishing with 35 disposals, 18 contested (game high), 6 clearances and a goal in one of the upsets of the season.

Nick Vlaustin was impenetrable in defence, having a game high- 13 marks, 15 intercept possessions, team high- 661 meters gained and 27 disposals.

The ever-reliable Touk Miller was the Suns best with 33 disposals, 7 clearances, 14 contested possessions and a goal.

Zak Butters has proven to be the missing piece in the Port Adelaide lineup, with back-to-back wins for the Power and his second week in a row of featuring in the predicted votes. Butters had an equal team high- 27 disposals, team high- 7 clearances, equal game high- 17 contested possessions and laying 8 tackles.

Connor Rozee has been right at home down back, having 27 touches, game high- 825 meters gained, 6 inside 50s and a goal despite copping attention from James Jordan.

Willie Rioli was hard to stop up forward with 3 goals, a team high- 8 score involvements, 7 marks and 14 disposals.

It didn’t feel like AFL football without Marcus Bontempelli running around. The Bont’s return game was exceptional, with 30 disposals, 8 clearances, 12 contested, 12 score involvements and 2 goals to prove he is still arguably the best player in the game.

Ryley Sanders played the best game of his career having a game high- 32 disposals, 11 marks and kicking a goal.

Tom Liberatore continued his excellent start to the season with 29 disposals, 7 tackles, 7 inside 50s, 11 contested possessions and a goal.

Aaron Naughton was ever present with 3 goals, 7 marks, 12 disposals, with 9 of these disposals leading to scores.

Bailey Smith’s electric start to his campaign with the Cats have been fantastic to watch, with trademark run and carry, accumulating disposals at will and with plenty of controversy with the fans Smith was elite again with 28 disposals and 630 meters gained (both team high).

Hard-running Hawk- Karl Amon had a game high- 29 disposals and led all players with 802 meters gained as well as 2 goal assists.

Shaun Mannagh has been an inspired pick up from the Cats with 17 disposals, 3 goals, 7 tackles and a game high- 9 score involvements.

Patrick Dangerfield continues to be a nightmare match up in the forward line, booting 3 goals from 15 disposals and is on track for a record ninth All-Australian jacket.

For the second week running, it was the Cats skipper that dragged them over the line with Patrick Dangerfield booting 4 goals from 16 disposals.

Dangerfield was assisted up forward by Jeremy Cameron who played his best game of the season with 4 goals and 2 goal assists from 15 disposals.

Max Holmes seemed to be everywhere, picking up 32 disposals, gaining a game high 805 meters, delivering the ball inside 50 on 7 occasions and kicking a goal.

Bailey Smith continued his dominant form this season, having a game high- 32 disposals, 17 contested possessions, 9 score involvements and kicking a goal.

Steele Sidebottom was super effective in the middle of the ground in the Magpies win over the Swans, picking up 28 disposals, 13 contested possessions and a game high- 13 score involvements!

Nick Daicos shaked the James Jordan tag to finish with 34 disposals (game high), 9 tackles, 9 clearances (equal game high) and 15 contested possessions.

The virtually unknown Ned Long deserves recognition from the umpires in his career best game, having 29 disposals, a game high- 17 contested possessions and 9 clearances (with 6 coming from the centre).

Isaac Heeney played his best game of the year so far with 28 touches, 8 clearances, 2 goals and 3 assists but was in a losing cause.

Matt Rowell’s consistency in a winning side has shot him to the top of the Brownlow Predictor Leaderboard, picking up another 3 votes for his 26-disposal game that included 11 clearances, 15 contested, 14 score involvements, 8 inside 50s and a goal.

Noah Anderson continues to lead from the front with 27 disposals, 12 score involvements, 7 inside 50s and 6 clearances.

Touk Miller is likely to feature in the votes again with 27 touches, 11 contested, 11 score involvements and a goal.

Carlton finally responded with a big winning performance and their star midfield all stepped up after copping plenty of criticism this season. Sam Walsh is a lock for the 3 votes after having 37 disposals, 11 contested and kicking 3 goals.

Patrick Cripps was effective as ever in the midfield and hit the scoreboard with 23 disposals, 6 clearances, 13 contested possessions and 3 goals.

George Hewett had a game high- 39 disposals, 8 clearances, 14 score involvements as well as 7 inside 50s and 13 contested possessions.

Hugh McCluggage was the Lions best midfielder in another impressive win, accumulating 32 disposals (game high), 6 clearances, 6 inside 50s and used the ball at 85% efficiency.

Eric Hipwood came to the party in the second half, booting 5 goals from 12 disposals and taking 3 contested marks.

Lachie Neale was around the mark once again with 28 disposals, a game high- 11 clearances and an equal game high- 14 contested possessions.

Zach Merrett kept himself in touch with the Brownlow front runners with a best on ground performance, racking up 37 disposals (game high), 14 contested possessions (team high), 9 score involvements (game high), 8 marks and 5 tackles.

Essendon utility- Nic Martin had his best game of the year with 28 disposals, team high- 11 marks and used the ball at 90% efficiency.

Jy Menzie stepped up in the forward line with an impressive 4 goals.

Josh Treacy shot up to become the equal leader in the Coleman Medal race, kicking 6 goals and marking everything in his area to finish with 11 disposals and 8 marks.

Andrew Brayshaw and Caleb Serong performed as they always do, dominating the midfield and collecting disposals at will. Brayshaw had 31 touches, 10 tackles, 6 clearances and 14 contested possessions, whilst Serong had 29 disposals, 13 contested, 6 clearances and 3 goal assists.

It was a quintessential Toby Greene game that proved he could be in career best form and ready to lead the Giants into another crack at a Premiership. Greene finished with 5 goals from 17 disposals- Greene has polled in all 7 matches in his career when booting 5+ goals.

Nasiah Wanganeen- Milera was the Saints best in a 28-point loss, kicking 3 goals from 24 disposals and finishing with 28 AFL Player Rating Points- the most of any player on the ground.

Lachie Ash continued his impressive 2025 form, winning a game high- 33 disposals, taking 9 marks and making 563 meters for his side.

Port Adelaide’s star trio all stood up in a must win game against Hawthorn, with some positional changes bringing the best out of them. Connor Rozee shifted to half back where he picked up 28 disposals, 546 meters gained and kicked 2 impressive goals.

Zak Butters was his usual prolific self, having a game high- 33 disposals, 8 clearances, 4 goal assists and winning 16 contested possessions.

Jason Horne- Francis was at his best with 29 touches, 8 inside 50s, 13 contested, 7 clearances and a game high- 637 meters gained.

Plenty of Magpies were in the hunt for the Richard Pratt Medal for best on ground, with an even contribution from the winning side. Lachie Schulz won the honours with 18 disposals, 2 goals, 7 strong marks in tricky conditions and 7 tackles.

Darcy Cameron outrucked the in-form Tom De Koning to finish with 33 hitouts, 22 disposals and a game high- 8 clearances.

Steele Sidebottom had another strong performance with 24 disposals, equal team high- 13 contested possessions as well as 7 clearances.

George Hewett stepped up after Patrick Cripps was tagged out of the match, having 29 disposals, game high- 17 contested possessions and kicking 2 goals, possibly the strongest stat line of all players.

His days of winning Brownlow’s are past him, but Patrick Dangerfield still knows how to make an impact on games. Playing predominately forward, the Geelong skipper kicked 3 goals and had 12 contested possessions from 20 touches.

Boom recruit- Bailey Smith showed his worth again with 28 touches, 7 marks, 8 tackles, a team high- 569 meters gained and an equal team high- 5 clearances.

Zach Guthrie played a brilliant role behind the ball, picking up an equal game high- 30 disposals, game high- 17 marks, as well as 7 intercept possessions and 8 score involvements.

In a game that was decided by a single point, it was Riley Thilthorpe in the losing team that looms the most likely to pick up the three votes. Ranked the best player in the competition since Round 21 last year, Thilthorpe dominated the Suns backline of Sam Collins and Mac Andrew to boot 5 goals from 16 disposals.

Dan Rioli was the Suns best, playing with his traditional flare from half-back and having an equal team high- 26 disposals and team high-620 meters gained leading to 4 scores.

Former Gold Coast skipper- Touk Miller had the greatest impact from the Suns midfield brigade, picking up 24 disposals, equal team high- 12 contested possessions as well as 5 clearances and a goal.

Lachie Neale proved once again that when he isn’t given the attention he deserves, he’s one of the best on-ballers in the game. The two-time Brownlow Medallist has shot up the leaderboard this week after topping the Lions for disposals (42), contested possessions (17) and score involvements (9).

Last year’s Norm Smith Medallist- Will Ashcroft was full of class with his 24 disposals, kicking two impressive goals to add to his highlight reel.

Hugh McCluggage continued his dominant form this season with 26 touches, 12 tackles, 14 contested and 2 goals.

Reliable Swans forward -Will Hayward was in good form from the opening bounce, finishing in front of goal well to finish with 4 majors, 15 disposals and a game high- 9 score involvements.

His low profile may hinder his chances in the votes, however, Riley Bice’s game was too good not to reward in these predictions. The mature age recruit finished with 26 disposals (team high), 15 marks (game high), 7 inside 50s (game high) and 9 intercept possessions (game high).

Brodie Grundy battled hard against quality North ruckman Tristian Xerri, finishing with 20 disposals, 12 contested, 29 hitouts and 5 clearances.

Jesse Hogan has wasted no time since his return from injury, booting bags of goals and regaining his title as the Coleman Medal favourite in a matter of weeks. Hogan was marking everything in his area and was efficient as ever in front of goal, booting 9 goals from 12 disposals.

Tom Green was the best midfielder on the ground with 37 disposals, 12 contested, 7 clearances (all team highs) as well as 2 goals and 11 score involvements. If you’re going to back a Giant for the Brownlow this season, Green is your man.

Giants skipper Toby Greene led from the front as always with 24 disposals, a game high- 10 inside 50s and 15 score involvements with 3 goals of his own.

Jack Sinclair proved once again why he’s the best player at St Kilda and one of the best in the competition. His 25 disposals were all class, making 539 meters for his side, having 8 intercept possessions and kicking a goal.

Much maligned Port midfielder Jason Horne- Francis played his best game of the season, having 28 disposals, 12 contested possessions, 6 clearances and most importantly 3 goals.

Star recruit- Jack Macrae showed why he’s a three-time All- Australian, picking up a team high- 28 isposals, game high- 15 contested possessions and 9 score involvements as well as an equal game high- 9 clearances.

Caleb Serong has been the clear best on ground in back-to-back Sunday evening victories for Fremantle and should be considered a genuine Brownlow Medal threat given his role, consistency and his fourth-place finish in the 2024 count. 38 disposals, 24 contested, 15 clearances- all game highs- as well as 8 inside 50s and 9 score involvements being equal game highs.

Sam Darcy’s career is taking off before our eyes, with the young superstar booting 5 goalsfrom 21 disposals and taking 11 marks in a match where he had little help. Key forwards don’t win Brownlows, but he should be heavily considered as a threat to Jesse Hogan and Riley Thilthorpe for the Coleman Medal.

Andrew Brayshaw was effective as always, picking up 29 disposals, 13 contested, being involved in an equal game high-9 scores and kicking a goal- but was once again overshadowed by Serong.

In a low scoring affair plagued by errors, it’s the seasoned ball winners who look most likely to poll. Zach Merrett continued to lead the charge from the midfield, with the Bombers skipper picking up a game high- 34 disposals and being involved in 8 scores.

Former Brownlow Medallist Ollie Wines was the Powers best with 31 touches, 11 contested possessions, 5 clearances and an important goal.

Bomber’s veteran- Dylan Shiel proved he still has plenty of good footy left in him with 25 disposals, game high- 709 meters gained and a game high- 8 inside 50s.

Tom Liberatore again did plenty of the heavy lifting in a depleted Bulldogs midfield, having 30 disposals, 11 tackles, 5 clearances, 11 contested and a goal. The stand in skipper may finally get recognition from the All- Australian selectors if this form continues.

Sam Davidson had a stand out performance with 31 disposals and 639 meters gained- both of which were game highs.

Brodie Kemp is a likely poller after booting 5 goals for Carlton in a close 8-point loss.

The Suns were once again led by their star midfield trio who dominated the midfield battle in a must win away game. After topping all Gold Coast players last year for Brownlow votes, Matt Rowell has started the season with a bang, expected to receive the three votes after having 36 disposals, 13 clearances, 19 contested possessions and 8 inside 50s- all of which were game highs.

Noah Anderson was brilliant through the middle with the Suns new skipper having 35 disposals, 503 meters gained and 10 score involvements including a goal of his own.

Touk Miller’s impact was felt with 3 goals and an assist from 23 disposals, using the ball at an elite 91.3% efficiency.

St Kilda put the foot down against Richmond, with plenty of Saints having dominant performances. Two-time Best and Fairest- Jack Sinclair was at his prolific best with a game high- 40 disposals, 689 meters gained, 8 intercept possessions as well as 6 inside 50s and 2 goal assists.

Ruckman Rowan Marshall was once again doing plenty of work with ball in hand as well as in the ruck, finishing with 23 disposals, 9 score involvements and a goal to go with 22 hitouts.

Mitch Owens stepped up in the absence of Max King, slotting 4 goals from 14 disposals.

Meanwhile, Jack Macrae looms to be the recruit of the year. Playing his customary role on the ball, Macrae had 33 disposals, 9 clearances (game high), 18 contested possessions (game high) and 12 score involvements (game high).

Will Day had a major influence on the match with 24 disposals, with 10 of these leading to scores and having a game high- 17 contested possessions and kicking a goal.

Lachie Whitfield was the Giants best in a narrow loss in tricky conditions. Whitfield was the leading disposal winner with 34 and made an elite 666 meters for his side.

The emergence of Cam Mackenzie has been exciting to watch, with the former pick no.7 leading all Hawks players with 30 disposals, winning 5 clearances, 10 contested and 8 score involvements.

Brisbane fought hard for a comeback victory against Geelong, and did it with Lachie Neale being held to just 20 disposals. Hugh McCluggage was in fine form with 30 disposals, 8 tackles, 6 clearances as well as a game and career high- 17 contested possessions.

Will Ashcroft played his best game since his Norm Smith Medal performance in last year’s Grand Final, with a game high- 33 disposals, to go with 5 clearances, 15 contested possessions and a goal.

Brisbane veteran Dayne Zorko was damaging as ever with 28 disposals, 13 of which were contested as well as a game high- 834 meters gained, 9 intercept possessions and an important goal.

Josh Dunkley rounds out the Lions best performers, having 26 disposals, a game high- 9 clearances and laying 6 tackles.

Adelaide is now 3-0 and have plenty of quality players vying for Brownlow votes each week, now boasting first (Jordan Dawson) and equal second (Izak Rankine) on the Brownlow predictor. Rankine is tipped to poll again after his 30-disposal match, leading the Crows with 8 clearances and 19 contested possessions.

Jake Soligo continued his rise as one of the quality midfielders of the competition, having 28 disposals, 6 clearances, 502 meters gained, a game high- 9 inside 50s and a goal.

250 gamer- Rory Laird was at his ball winning best in a milestone match, picking up a team high- 32 disposals and taking 7 marks.

Caleb Serong is now on the board in the Brownlow votes after winning his fourth Allen-Glenndenning Medal as best on ground in a Derby. The two-time All Australian led all comers for disposals (35), clearances (10) and contested possessions (17).

Andrew Brayshaw wasn’t far off receiving best on ground honours, finishing with 29disposals and having game high- 9 inside 50s, 11 score involvements and 696 meters gained.

With Sean Darcy out with injury, Luke Jackson stood out once again, with 17 disposals, 35 hitouts, 4 clearances and a goal.

Jai Newcombe’s ascension to an elite inside midfielder continues in a best on ground display against some of the competitions best. After polling 24 votes last season, Newcombe has started strongly in 2025 with 32 disposals, 20 contested possessions – both game highs- as well as 9 clearances and 11 tackles- both team highs.

Star recruit Josh Battle had a major influence in the back half, winning 21 disposals and having a game high- 9 intercept possessions.

Tom De Koning competed hard for the Blues in the ruck with 40 hitouts, 7 clearances and 19 disposals against a strong opponent in Lloyd Meek.

The Brownlow Medal favourite was at his ball winning best and will be hard to beat for the 3 votes. Nick Daicos had 39 disposals, 9 clearances, 14 contested, 8 inside 50s and 11 score involvements- all of which were the most of any Collingwood player in their victory.

Sam Darcy was a handful up forward with 4 goals, 9 score involvements and an eye-catching 6 contested marks.

Tom Liberatore was the best of the Bulldogs midfielders with 32 touches, 9 clearances and a game high- 18 contested possessions.

Plenty of Crows had a day out against the Bombers, with skipper Jordan Dawson cashing in with 33 disposals, 775 meters gained, 11 inside 50s and 8 score involvements, leading the way through the midfield and pushing to the top of the Brownlow Medal predictor. A player that always performs well at Adelaide Oval, getting an early 3 votes away from home is huge for Dawson’s Brownlow Medal prospects. Early back.

Ben Keays found plenty of room to pick up 22 disposals, 4 goals and 2 goal assists.

Jake Soligo has progressed nicely in the midfield and finished with 27 disposals, 5 clearances and 2 goals.

Zach Merrett tried his hardest in a bad loss for the Bombers, and isn’t out of the question for Brownlow votes with 36 disposals, 4 goals, 2 assists, 11 inside 50s and 9 score involvements. Going to be another strong individual season for the Essendon captain.

Another club captain in the prime of his career that put up brilliant numbers on the weekend and ready to lock in 3 votes. Connor Rozee took advantage of the young Tigers with 39 disposals (game high), 7 clearances (team high), 6 inside 50s (equal game high), and 2 goals.

Jase Burgoyne performed well with 32 disposals, 11 score involvements and 2 goals as well as 8 marks.

2021 Brownlow Medallist Ollie Wines is a chance to poll after finishing with 33 disposals, team high- 12 contested possessions and kicking a goal.

Sam Powell- Pepper had a significant impact with 3 goals- including a goal of the year contender- and 3 goal assists from 16 touches.

Jack Macrae’s ball winning ability has never been questioned, but his ball use improved drastically this week and helped St Kilda to an unlikely victory. The three-time All Australian led the way with 35 disposals, 9 clearances, 16 contested, 7 inside 50s and 10 score involvements- all game highs- and used the ball at 83% efficiency.

Nasiah Wanganeen- Milera was brilliant out of defence with 28 disposals, a team high- 8 intercept possessions and 484 meters gained.

St Kilda ruckman- Rowan Marshall played as an extra midfielder with 29 disposals, 7 clearances and 14 contested possessions to go with his game high- 32 hitouts.

Two-time Brownlow Medallist Lachie Neale proved what he can do when he’s not copping a hard tag, running a muck and winning best on ground honours. The Lion’s co-captain had game highs for disposals (35), clearances (8), contested possessions (14) and inside 50s (10) and kicked a goal. A big improvement on his 10-disposal outing in Round 1.

Dayne Zorko doesn’t seem like he will slow down anytime soon, with 28 disposals, 11 marks and game high- 671 meters gained.

Harris Andrews was back to his best with a game high- 12 intercept possessions and picking up 21 disposals, asserting himself from the back half.

Tristan Xerri took on the competition’s number 1 ruckman- Max Gawn and came out victorious. Xerri had 12 clearances (equal game high), 15 contested possessions (team high) and 10 score involvements including a goal, as well as 29 hitouts!

Tom Powell was the best performed North Melbourne midfielder, with 31 disposals (equal team high), 8 clearances, 12 contested and a goal.

Once a consistent Brownlow vote getter, Clayton Oliver looks back to his best despite the Demons poor loss. Oliver performed strongly with 36 disposals, 12 clearances, 19 contested – all game highs- and a goal.

Chad Warner has proved himself as the Swans biggest barometer this season, dragging them over the line in the final quarter to avoid a 0-3 start to the season. Warner finished with a team high- 26 disposals, game high- 727 meters gained, game high- 10 inside 50s and a goal.

Jaegar O’Meara seemed to have the ball on a string, always finding space away from the Sydney mids to finish on a game high- 32 disposals and team high- 14 contested possessions.

Josh Treacy enjoyed getting on the end of the Dockers fast ball movements, kicking 4 goals from 13 disposals and taking 7 marks- most of which were out in front on the lead.

Tim Taranto stood up in an inexperienced midfield for the Tigers, winning a team high- 30 disposals, 8 clearances, 13 contested and 6 inside 50s. Will have to do a lot of heavy lifting this season.

We could see a breakout season from Jack Ross this season, as he started off with a flyer, kicking 2 goals and having 28 disposals at 82% efficiency.

Richmond captain- Toby Nankervis fought hard in against the athletic Tom De Koning, dragging his side over the line with 21 disposals, 7 clearances, 13 contested possessions, 6 tackles, 35 hitouts and a crucial 2 goals.

Two- time Brownlow Medallist Patrick Cripps is one of the few Blues that can keep their heads high after their shock defeat. Cripps finished with 32 disposals, 9 clearances, 9 score involvements (all game highs) as well as 15 contested possessions in a quintessential performance from the Carlton skipper.

Dylan Moore gets rewarded with the three votes, with the All- Australian forward booting 3 goals from 21 disposals in a game where plenty of Hawks performed well but didn’t stand out.

Jye Caldwell was the best performed midfielder on the ground, leading all players with 36 disposals, 10 clearances, 17 contested, 11 tackles and 11 score involvements including a goal.

Karl Amon gets in the votes for the second consecutive week after picking up a team high- 28 disposals as well as 7 inside 50s, 7 score involvements, 10 marks and a game high- 643 meters gained.

Bailey Smith’s debut for the blue and white hoops couldn’t have gone much better. The Cats prized recruit was the standout player, donning a headband and flowing blonde locks, Smith led the Cats for disposals (32), clearances (7), contested possessions (15), score involvements (12), meters gained (693) and kicked a goal.

Max Holmes proved his best and fairest season last year was not a one off, playing with class on his way to 24 disposals, 7 clearances, 406 meters gained and most importantly 2 goals.

Jeremy Cameron is in many pundits’ top-10 best players for a reason, and that was proven on Saturday afternoon with 4 goals, 8 marks and 15 disposals against a side that has had his number in previous seasons.

With Lachie Neale being well held to 10 disposals, Josh Dunkley stood up in a big way as one of the best players in the Grand Final rematch. Dunkley picked up 27 disposals (equal game high), 16 contested possessions (game high) 10 tackles, 6 clearances, 614 meters gained and slotted a set shot goal.

Sydney had no answers for Zac Bailey who kicked 4 goals from 17 disposals in a classy display.

Isaac Heeney had the biggest impact from the Swans players in a narrow loss, booting 2 goals and having 5 clearances from 23 disposals.

In a decimated midfield, Ed Richards and Tom Liberatore stepped up to get the job done against the Kangaroos. Richards had a team high- 30 disposals, as well as 7 clearances, 9 inside 50s and 11 score involvements including a goal and 4 direct goal assists.

Liberatore did his usual damage in tight with a game high- 15 contested possessions and 9 clearances from 28 disposals.

Bailey Dale proved he’s still an All-Australian quality player with 2 goals from 29 disposals.

Plenty of Magpies responded in a big way after an embarrassing opening round performance. Steele Sidebottom led the way in this department, picking up a team high- 31 disposals and kicking a goal to prove there’s still plenty of footy left in the old legs.

Nick Daicos ran out the game well, winning 26 disposals and having a major impact with team high- 610 meters gained and 9 inside 50s as well as kicking a goal.

Dan Houston was one of the Pies best against his old side, winning 27 disposals, 10 intercept possessions (game high) and having 6 score involvements.

Mature recruit- Tim Membrey booted 4 goals from 17 disposals and took 10 marks to prove his worth to Collingwood.

Izak Rankine lit up Adelaide Oval with his midfield craft, winning 28 disposals, 7 clearances, a team high- 16 contested possessions and booting 2 goals.

Skipper- Jordan Dawson rarely plays a bad game, and this was no exception, having 2 goals from his 27 disposals, making 648 meters and taking 9 marks.

The Crows forward line will function beautifully after Taylor Walker eventually retires, with Darcy Fogarty taking the reigns with 4 goals from 12 disposals.

The Giants fought hard for a narrow victory against Melbourne in wet conditions, and it was their high-profile players who did the damage.

Tom Green was brilliant in his return game, having a game high- 35 disposals, 9 clearances, 9 inside 50s as well as 11 contested and a tricky snapping goal.

Finn Callaghan will be the leader of the Brownlow after 2 rounds, being a strong chance to poll in both games. His speed and cleanliness were evident on his way to 31 disposals and 596 meters gained.

Skipper- Toby Greene slotted 3 goals and had 2 assists in a low scoring match, but pushed up the ground to stoppages to finish with 23 disposals and a team high- 13 contested possessions.

The Gold Coast Suns big three in the midfield couldn’t have been any more dominant, combining for 92 disposals and 29 clearances against a young West Coast side.

New skipper- Noah Anderson led from the front with 36 disposals, 9 clearances, 723 meters gained, 9 inside 50s and 3 goal assists.

Partner in crime Matt Rowell finished with 30 disposals, 10 clearances and 15 contested possessions which has become expected from the Suns bull.

Touk Miller had a game high- 17 contested possessions and 10 clearances from his 26 disposals, also finishing with 2 goals.

Ben King got on the end of plenty of supply, finishing with 6 goals and 8 marks.

Will Day took a step closer to become an elite midfielder of the competition, putting his injury-riddled 2024 campaign behind him to be the best player in the opening match against the Swans. The 2023 Hawthorn Best and Fairest was damaging through the midfield and worried defenders when resting forward, finishing with 26 disposals, 9 clearances and 3 first half goals.

The Swans had no answers for the hard-working Karl Amon, with the Hawks winger collecting a game high- 27 disposals, team high- 698 meters gained and kicking a goal.

Lloyd Meek capitalised on Brodie Grundy being underdone, winning 14 disposals, 6 clearances, 30 hitouts and most importantly drifting forward and booting 2 goals.

Touted as one of the breakout players coming into the season, Finn Callaghan proved he might be worth the 1.7 million dollars per year the Saints offered him over the preseason. The third year Giant was a class above in their impressive win, with 33 disposals and 2 goals, leading all players for clearances (7), meters gained (730) and score involvements (12) in a clear 3-vote performance.

The smooth-moving Josh Kelly was everywhere with a game high- 36 disposals, with 7 marks, 5 tackles and a team high- 13 contested possession.

Would love to know the odds on Sam Taylor as first goal scorer, with the dour defender breaking a 6-year dry spell to boot the opening major for the match and the Giants 2025 campaign. The All-Australian full-back still made a significant impact from the defensivehalf, taking 13 marks with 9 of these coming from opposition kicks and finishing the match with 17 disposals.