With the 2017 season just over a month away, here are our predictions for what lies ahead in the AFL this year.

8. Giants to lift the premiership cup

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 29: GWS Giants team celebrate with Jeremy Cameron of the Giants after kicking his 7th goal during the round #22 AFL match between the Greater Western Sydney Giants and Carlton Blues at Spotless Stadium on August 29, 2015 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Craig Golding/Getty Images)

Greater Western Sydney delivered on the immense talent on its list even earlier than some expected last season. In the Gaints' first year in the finals, they were within a kick of reaching the Grand Final. This year, they will go one better. The AFL's monster could well dominate all comers in 2017 and absolutely blitz the field.

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