We are now 16 Round into a 2021 season that has produced plenty of surprises and upsets.
Whilst several teams have shot their way up the ladder, we want to look at the players who have been driving this success.
Now that we have a big enough body of work, it's time to laud the performances of the players who have been each club's biggest improvers.
As always, let us know who we have overrated and who we have snubbed.
North Melbourne
Jy Simpkin
The team on track for the wooden spoon has found it tough in 2021.
In a struggling side, Jack Ziebell's 13th season has been close to his best. The captain has revelled in his move to defence, boasting more kicks and rebound-50s than anyone in the competition.
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Cameron Zurhaar and Nick Larkey have developed into reliable goal-kickers and continue to get better.
Jy Simpkin been a shining light in North Melbourne's midfield and has been a constant performer all season.
Averaging career-highs in almost every statistic this season, Simpkin is on track to become one of the best midfielders in the game.
As he is leading his side for inside-50's at only 23-years-of-age, the former pick no.7 is the centrepiece of North Melbourne's rebuild.
