Bendigo Pioneers talent Harley Reid will headline the class of 2023, firming as the standout teenager among a pack of exciting young names coming through the system.
Rookie Me Central draft analyst Michael Alvaro spoke to Zero Hanger on this year's top National Draft talent outside of the likely No.1 selection, with most of this year's top performers coming from differing states.
Here are six of the best leading 2023 AFL Draft prospects outside of Harley Reid...
2. Nick Watson (Eastern Ranges)
Position: Small Forward
Height: 170cm
State: Victoria (Metro)
Community Club: East Ringwood
An electrifying small forward that packs a punch despite his small frame. Watson continued his meteoric rise form his under-age campaign with the Eastern Ranges into 2023 to average 26 possessions, 3.7 tackles, 4.7 inside 50s and over a goal per game.
He booted 12 goals from his opening two matches with Caulfield Grammar and has featured through midfield and down back on top of his presence in attack with the AFL Academy side.
Alvaro says: "Everyone knows about 'The Wizard', Nick Watson. He'll be right up there as a top-five talent.
"A pint-sized prospect at 169cm. He's obviously a gun."
