To perform well in a final is one thing in footy, while to perform well in a Grand Final is another calling only some across the game's history have risen to.
The prestigious Norm Smith Medal is awarded to these players who are up to the challenge and make sure that they are forever immortalised for their heroic play.
Before Fremantle faces Brisbane in this week's Grand Final, I decided to take a look at this century's best Grand Final performances and rated them from 1-10 based on how impactful and memorable they were.
10Nathan Buckley
Collingwood, 2002 v Brisbane
One of only four players to win a Norm Smith for the losing side, Buckley's performance may not have rewarded him with a premiership, but it certainly cemented his legacy as one of the game's all-time greats.
Racking up a game-high 32 disposals, Buckley stood tall against the premier Lions midfield and kept Collingwood in the fight throughout. Especially with his herculean goal 55 metres out that will always be remembered by Pies fans.
