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...
8. Massimo Raso (Richmond)
Another breakout star enjoying their first season in the VFL, Raso has seamlessly slotted into the state league scene with Richmond this year.
The 19-year-old is a development list talent at Punt Road but has quickly made a name as a leading force for the Tigers, kicking 12 goals in seven games.
He has four bags of multiple majors and has also shown his ability further up the field around the ball, highlighted by a 24-disposal Round 2 outing against Sandringham.
Clubs keen on a small forward option won't need to look too far beyond Raso, who is quickly growing as an ace in the pack.
