Four of the past five years have seen at least 11 first-time All-Australians named in the respective sides, leading to an average of 10.6 newly-tailored blazers each season since 2021.
Half of last year's lineup were first-time All-Australians, equal to the 2021 crop, while 2022 and 2023 managed a dozen fresh faces, compared to the lowly seven in 2024.
Heading toward the 2026 season, we've looked at EIGHT potential first-time All-Australians...
Aaron Cadman
Another key forward who's set to make the leap into Coleman Medal contention is the former Pick 1 selection out of GWS.
Cadman booted 44 goals to continue his rise as one of the game's best young talls, with 2026 presenting as a campaign that could see him go past Coleman Medal winner Jesse Hogan as the Giants' main man in the front third.
The 21-year-old's marking and athleticism will place him in good standing, while his accurate set shot routine has him rated as one of the more clinical key forwards.
