The Lions are well placed within the premiership window but have shown signs they may be a piece or two short of the full puzzle.
Chris Fagan's squad is littered with star midfielders and forward threats, with holes to be filled across half-back and throughout their depth to extend their run toward their first flag since 2003.
Taking into consideration ageing players and in-demand, out-of-contract names - Daniel McStay being a prime example - we assess who Brisbane could seek out at the end of this season.
In no particular order, here are five targets the Lions could consider moving for in 2022.
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The emerging Bulldogs swingman is able to offer a versatile service in his ability to play a key position at either end of the field.
The Lions could look to Khamis as a potential acquisition that would not only fill the third forward role should McStay depart, but can be moved into defence should one of Harris Andrews, Darcy Gardiner or Marcus Adams be struck down with injury.
Khamis, who is unsigned this season, has shown glimpses of what he can offer in attack after previously being flagged as a lockdown option in defence.
With the likes of Aaron Naughton, Josh Bruce, Jamarra Ugle-Hagan, Sam Darcy and, at times, Tim English likely in the queue as forward targets, Khamis could secure more certainty in his future at the Lions.
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The 22-year-old would compliment star talls Joe Daniher and Eric Hipwood as a medium-sized option in attack and also boasts the ability to impact the game at ground level.
Like Khamis, Jack Gunston's services come with the advantage of versatility, with the Hawks sharpshooter having shown an ability to move into defence when called upon.
As Hawthorn continues to turn toward placing a priority on their younger stocks, with Mitch Lewis, Jacob Koschitzke and Emerson Jeka seen as the names to lead the brown and gold in the years to come, Gunston could see his time at Waverley come to an end in 2022.
In the twilight of his AFL career, Gunston would likely look toward a contending club should he seek to continue his career after departing Hawthorn, with the Lions a fitting suitor for the 400+ goalkicker.
In a situation where the Lions lose McStay, Gunston could comfortably slot into his place and continue to offer Brisbane's midfield a lethal three-pronged attack.
The 30-year-old's efficient ball use can also be used in the back third, with Gunston unlikely to break the Lions' bank either given his age.
An area for the Lions to consider is their run and carry from half-back.
Fagan currently boasts the dash and defence of veteran Daniel Rich, while Keidean Coleman is emerging as an astute mover of the Sherrin out of defence.
The pair add nicely to their tall options and the lockdown services of Brandon Starcevich, but should they look to add depth and extend their potential run at a premiership, then someone as cheap and serviceable as Jason Johannisen could be a fitting asset to target.
The 2016 Norm Smith Medal winner is currently unsigned past this season and is among several Bulldogs - including Bailey Smith, Bailey Dale, Tim English and Josh Dunkley - who are yet to recommit past 2022.
Should the Whitten Oval club face a salary squeeze, Johannisen, who at times has face periods on the periphery of Luke Beveridge's best 22, could be an available option to rival clubs.
Enter the Lions.
The 29-year-old brings with him flare and experience, and won't demand big bucks in his next deal. The pacey flanker can add to the Lions' defensive system as a role player or even as depth.
With first-round draftee Darcy Wilmot waiting in the wings, Johannisen could act as a mentor and stopgap before Wilmot is ready for senior football.
This one is perhaps the wildcard option for Brisbane.
As mentioned previously, the Lions may need to fill a void at half-back and there may be no better option current off-contract than Richmond's Daniel Rioli.
The premiership Tiger has seen his career rejuvenated after moving from attack to defence, offering a silver service out of Damien Hardwick's backline in a move touted as one of the best this season.
Rioli now enters an intriguing situation at Punt Road, with his value surely ascending across the course of this season. The Tigers are likely to retain the 25-year-old, but he should be gaining interest from elsewhere.
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While he won't fill the same needs as McStay, Rioli is likely to demand an increased wage to consider moving away from Tigerland, a fee in the area of what the Lions may have put aside in their attempts to keep McStay.
Local products are quite scarce for Queensland clubs, and when it comes to building squads they can never look too far beyond players feeling right at home in the Sunshine state.
Martyn, a former member of Brisbane's Academy, joined Richmond through the 2019 National Draft and has been limited to appearances at AFL level given the Tigers' strong stocks in their engine room.
A move for someone like Martyn is one that the Lions would be able to rely on, wouldn't cost much and would also act as a depth option in their squad.
The 21-year-old has recorded 26 possession from his two stints on field for the Tigers, having been listed for a third game as an unused medical sub last season.
He's not a name that will have an overwhelming impact on the Lions' flag chances, but there is plenty of room for the former Lions Academy captain to grow.