Defenders
Back Pocket - Jacob Weitering (Carlton)
Despite having front row seats to the Buddy show, Weitering stood tall in defence for the Blues, taking 14 marks while using his 24 disposals at 75% efficiency.
Full Back - Kyle Hartigan (Adelaide)
Did a sensational job on Eagles spearhead Josh Kennedy keeping him to just one goal and four marks, well down on his usual influence.
Back Pocket - Matthew Boyd (Western Bulldogs)
They might not have gotten the result they were after, but in his final game, Boyd came to play.
33 touches, 12 marks and a goal was a more than admirable way to say goodbye to the only football club he's ever known.
Half Back - Brendan Goddard (Essendon)
Controlled Essendon's defensive half with Michael Hurley out to great effect. Was poised and full of class with his disposal, with his 32 touches going at 84% efficiency. He also took a round-high 15 marks as the Dons secured a finals place.
Centre Half Back - Heath Grundy (Sydney)
The centrepiece of Sydney defence ensured his teammates would hit September in strong form. Grundy himself chalked up 22 touches to go along with eight marks and five rebounds.
Half Back - Jeremy McGovern (West Coast)
Picked up a round-high 14 intercept possessions and became a big reason why West Coast will play finals football in 2017. Patrolled the back half all day to give the Eagles a September sniff.
