Following a loss to GWS, Carlton coach Michael Voss could look to the VFL to see some strong performances that should come under selection consideration.
Collingwood will need to replace the injured Brody Mihocek while Melbourne's forward line showed some positive signs.
See who performed well in Round 15 of the VFL.
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Gold Coast (84) def. Williamstown Seagulls (57)
The depth of Gold Coast proves to give Damien Hardwick something to consider at the selection table after a host of dominant performances.
Brayden Fiorini (42 touches, 12 clearances, eight tackles and a goal) was pivotal in the victory while Alex Davies (36 disposals, eight tackles and a goal), Jake Rogers (31 possessions) and Rory Atkins (30 touches) all found plenty of the ball.
Jed Walter slotted two goals and Malcolm Rosas and Lloyd Johnston matched his efforts.
Former Sun Brodie McLaughlin led the game with three goals for the Seagulls while Jack Toner was arguably the club's best.
Ex-Tiger Riley Collier-Dawkins was down on his usual output while Harrison Minton-Connell gathered 26 disposals.
GWS (93) def. by Carlton (114)
Carlton's defeat in the AFL can see some changes going forward and small forward Jesse Motlop is right in the mix.
Motlop slotted four goals on the weekend as he pushes his case for senior selection.
Marc Pittonet (33 hit-outs, 26 touches and six clearances) was dominant in the ruck while David Cunningham (29 possessions and eight tackles) and Jaxon Binns (27 disposals, five marks and a goal) are likely to be around the selection mark.
Veteran GWS defender Nick Haynes (32 touches and 13 marks) continues to give rival clubs something to think about as his stats jump off the page.
Conor Stone responded well to his relegation while Xavier O'Halloran had an almost day, kicking three behinds from his 23 touches.
Callum Brown and Lachlan Keefe slotted a pair of goals each young forward Max Gruzewski was strong.
Brisbane (123) def. Casey Demons (77)
Despite the Lions winning ways in the AFL, their reserves have plenty of talented players ready for a recall.
Jarryd Lyons proves to be a step above the reserves, collecting 32 touches and kicking two goals.
Ruck duo Henry Smith (three goals, 21 touches and 21 hit-outs) and Darcy Fort (23 hit-outs, 18 disposals and seven clearances) were too good.
Deven Robertson did he recall chances no harm as did Jaxon Prior.
As for the Demons, forwards Josh Schache (2.4, 17 touches), Matthew Jefferson (three goals) and Shane McAdam (three goals) were all strong in attack.
Jack Billings continued to build his confidence while Blake Howes was immense in defence.
Werribee Tigers (69) def. Footscray Bulldogs (46)
Tigers midfielder Dom Brew led the way in the win over Footscray, amassing 30 disposals, 13 tackles and 11 clearances.
His comprehensive efforts were matched by Aidan Johnson (three goals), Jack Henderson and ruckman Sam Conway.
Former Pie Jay Rantall was a consistent contributor, gathering 18 touches.
Riley Garcia gave Luke Beveridge something to ponder at the selection committee this week following his performance.
Garcia recorded 27 touches, eight tackles, six clearances and two goals on Saturday.
Caleb Daniel (20 disposals and four marks) and Luke Cleary (28 possessions and nine marks) were also impressive.
Port Melbourne Borough (81) def. by Essendon (107)
Bombers ruckman Nick Bryan has once again proven his too good for VFL level, registering 20 disposals, eight clearances and 50 hit-outs.
Elijah Tsatas (one goal, 31 possessions and 10 clearances) and Will Setterfield (two goals, 22 touches and nine clearances) benefitted from Bryan's dominance.
Jye Menzie was quiet after being axed from the senior side, kicking two goals from eight touches as Alwyn Davey Jnr matched his performance with a pair of majors.
Borough forward Billy Gowers continues to impress as a VFL-listed player despite previously being at the Bulldogs.
Gowers kicked 4.2 from 12 touches in a dominant few weeks while Archi Manton slotted three of his own.
Josh Green gathered 31 touches and six clearances while ruckman Felix Flockart battled wilfully against Bryan.
Sandringham Zebras (68) def. by Sydney (75)
Sydney depth players Aaron Francis (27 disposals and 13 marks) and Joel Hamling (two goals, 15 touches and 13 marks) did themselves no harm regarding a senior recall.
Veteran forward Sam Reid was strong as he continued to make a case for a spot in John Longmire's side while Corey Warner found plenty of the football.
Seb Ross was arguably the Saints' best in the defeat, amassing 30 disposals and nine clearances.
Ruckman Tom Campbell responded to his relegation with three goals, eight clearances, 14 possessions and 24 hit-outs.
Zak Jones and Liam Stocker were good with the ball in hand as Hugo Garcia deserves another run in the seniors.
Frankston Dolphins (94) def. Collingwood (75)
The Dolphins were too good for the Pies on Sunday and efforts from the midfield brigade were pivotal in the victory.
Ruckman Angus Grant stuffed the stat sheet, recording two goals, 16 possessions, 28 hit-outs and four clearances.
Trent Mynott joined in on the action, also slotting two goals, 23 touches and eight clearances.
Forward Noah Gown capitalised on forward entries with three goals.
As for the Pies, Craig McRae has a host of players pushing their case for a senior recall.
Ash Johnson kicked five goals and is the likely replacement for the injured Brody Mihocek.
Lachie Sullivan responded to his axing, gathering 31 disposals and seven clearances while Finlay Macrae (one goal, 30 touches and seven tackles) and Jack Bytel (29 possessions and five clearances) put their name forward once again.
Hawthorn (72) def. Geelong (71)
In true Hawthorn-Geelong fashion, this game was a nail-biter.
Josh Ward for Hawthorn was arguably best afield, collecting 31 touches and five clearances in the win.
Ben Cavarra kicked three goals while mid-season pick-up Jasper Scaife had an almost day, slotting 1.4.
Veteran Chad Wingard continued to build up his form as he returned from injury while midfield pair Finn Maginness and Henry Hustwaite found plenty of the ball.
Geelong's Mitch Hardie continues to bang down the door at selection and his two-goal, 38-possession performance did him no harm.
Ted Clohesy was excellent in the midfield while Brandan Parfitt was another strong contributor for the Cats.
Defender Oisin Mullin gathered 25 disposals and provided bounce off halfback.
Northern Bullants (39) def. by Richmond (134)
A big day for the Tigers led by forward Sam Davidson, who slotted six goals in a best-afield performance.
Chad Harris and Matthew Clarkson were instrumental in the victory.
Thomson Dow proved to be a step above the grade while Steely Green kicked a pair of majors.
It was hard to find highlights for the Bullants but Liam Mackie (28 touches and 14 marks) and Jean-Luc Velissaris (31 possessions and seven marks) put smiles on the club's faces.
Josh Hamilton kicked two goals while former St Kilda defender Sam Gilbert gathered 22 disposals.
