With the trade period out of the way, the delisted free agency mechanism will open to further aid the list builds of clubs keen to bring in experienced AFL assets.
A range of talented players have been shown the door since the cessation of their respective seasons, with many of those cut from lists good enough for another chance.
Clubs across the competition have areas of their squad to fill away from the draft, with key position players who can have an immediate impact among those list needs.
Young clubs that can afford to take a punt on a delisted free agent and contending sides that can secure some depth at a bargain price will also be shopping.
Here we've listed 10 promising delisted free agents and a club that could suit their services.
8Harry Boyd
Fremantle
The cut Saints ruckman has emerged as a player of interest to the Dockers, who are assessing options to replace the departed Liam Reidy.
While Reidy wasn't a key player in Fremantle's senior side, he held an important role as a ready-made ruckman who would be ready at AFL level if required.
While Sean Darcy had his injury troubles, Luke Jackson remained fit to play over 20 games in 2025, leaving Reidy to play one game.
But should injury strike both of Fremantle's star rucks, then a player like Boyd would be perfect to call on.
The 2024 Magarey Medal winner showed his value on debut in Round 1 against Adelaide, but couldn't return to the Saints' lineup as they reverted to a one-ruck system.
