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...
Josh Weddle
A young star who looks set to take his game to new heights this year, Weddle has steadily grown his game as an explosive half-back for Hawthorn.
What role Weddle takes on in 2026 remains to be seen, with the agile utility tipped to eventually make the move further up the field as a midfield option.
Offering speed and execution with ball in hand, Weddle is one player who looks destined to flourish with where the game is heading.
