Half a dozen VFL players earned AFL contracts via the Mid-Season Draft last year, with that number potentially beaten come next week's talent intake.
2023 saw six players selected also, while the year prior had five players drafted out of the VFL in what continues to be a steady trend for the state league.
The leading prospects coming out of the VFL this year could make up a large contingent of those picked in the 2025 Mid-Season Draft, with Richmond and Collingwood boasting some of the best names of the year to date.
Here are 10 of the leading Mid-Season Draft prospects out of the VFL for 2025...
5. Josh Browne (Collingwood)
Another VFL Magpie to keep an eye on is midfielder Josh Browne, who has gained headlines this year after making the move over from Williamstown.
The Western Australian's journey started with Applecross and East Fremantle before he earned interest from West Coast's WAFL side, making the move to Lathlain Park ahead of the 2022 season.
He spent two years with the Eagles before heading to Victoria to join the Seagulls, with his 12-month spell with the standalone side coming to an end over the most recent off-season.
Plying his trade alongside AFL-listed trio Lachie Sullivan, Ed Allan and Finlay Macrae this year, Browne has shown he has the traits to take the next step in his career.
