Welcome to Zero Hanger's third and final 2023 AFL Mock Draft, where we'll cover the entire opening round of selections - predicted to be 28 picks in total.
Following our first and second Mock Drafts, this edition will take live trading into consideration and will look to select a balance of list needs and best available talent.
The opening round of the draft is set to see a suite of Academy and father-son bids lodged, meaning the order will shuffle significantly within the opening 30 selections.
The current first-round order falls between Pick 1 and 22, with the latter selection expected to balloon out to 28th overall following matched bidding.
Our final edition Mock Draft consists of ONE live trade, which includes a trio of 2023 first-round selections.
SEE ALSO: 2023 AFL MOCK DRAFT - FIRST EDITION
SEE ALSO: 2023 AFL MOCK DRAFT - SECOND EDITION
So, without further ado, here is Zero Hanger's FINAL Mock Draft of 2023.
12. Pick 12 - GWS*: James Leake
*Follows previous trade
FULL PROFILE
Position: Defender-Forward
Height: 187cm
Weight: 77kg
State: Tasmania
Club: Launceston
The first of two selections the Giants secured from Adelaide in our earlier trade move, with the Giants likely knowing one of Leake or Windsor will be on offer at Pick 12 instead of using their original selection.
Leake is a swingman prospect at 187cm tall, with the Tasmanian a high-leaping interceptor or attacking target who will fetch strong interest early into the draft.
The Giants have solidified their key position ranks and midfield group, with Leake set to complement Adam Kingslery's senior squad with his ability to play in a multitude of roles.
Others to consider:Â Darcy Wilson, Riley Hardeman
The idea that Adelaide would trade picks 10 and 14 in order to get pick 9 – stupid past imbecility stupid.
If the recruitment staff did that they’d have some bloody hard explaining to do.
It ranks right up there with giving two first round picks for Gibbs – when he was what 30?