A cut-throat league like the AFL demands excellence, and as a result, there's one winner and 17 losers.
But the reality is, not all clubs are expected to be pressing for a premiership, or even finals.
The introduction of the top 10 and the wildcard round has altered the forecasting of many teams.
And for that exact reason, each team's pass mark should vary based on a variety of factors.
Below, we have determined what each club should be striving for and what their fan base should be expecting in 2026...
St Kilda
Pass mark: Top 6
The ultra-aggressive off-season by the Saints means they believe they should be pressing for more than just a finals appearance.
The inclusion of Tom De Koning, Jack Silvagni, Sam Flanders and Liam Ryan to the impressive list should bode well for the Moorabbin club.
The re-signing of Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera has turned St Kilda into an attractive place, but their on-field performances must begin to reflect that, or else their $2 million man could walk.
Saints fans and NAS alike want results, and with Ross the Boss at the helm, change appears to be inevitable.
