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...
GWS
Pass mark: Top 4
The Giants have been nipping at the heels of premiership glory for the past decade, but only reached the grand final once.
For the most part, their game is in great shape, boasting an elite defensive line and one of the most potent forward groups.
A game style built for September, and a team that is coined the 'Orange Tsunami' due to the extreme running powers.
The inclusion of experienced heads Clayton Oliver and Jayden Laverde will strengthen Adam Kingsley's side, but the loss of Josh Kelly might be costly.
Nevertheless, a double chance isn't out of reach for the Giants.
