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...
6. Tom McCarthy (Richmond)
A Pick 1 contender come next Wednesday night, with the hard-working McCarthy emerging as a potentially ready-made prospect for AFL clubs.
The Dingley-tied defender has enjoyed a career-best season at Punt Road in 2025, averaging 22.6 disposals, 4.1 marks, 3.3 tackles and 3.0 rebound 50s a game.
McCarthy is often the attacking runner out of defence for the Tigers given his mix of speed and decision making, placing him in the mould of a player who could immediately step into an AFL side.
His role as a rebounding defender could be ideal for Pick 1 holder West Coast, while fellow MSD options in North Melbourne and Carlton could also be keen.
