When it comes to finals footy, there is really no better way, in terms of scale, to measure a player's worth in what they can bring to the field when the win matters the most.
Some players are looking to change the narrative of the finals, while others start their mark on the competition for seasons to come.
Note that these players are being ranked in terms of who is under the most pressure and expectations to succeed in the finals along with their club, not just individual rankings.
Here's the ten players I believe will have to prove the most to themselves and their fan base ahead of the 2026 AFL Finals Series.
3Nick Daicos
After winning a premiership early on in his career, one of the competition's best players still needs to show that he can lead a team to success instead of only contributing to one.
Collingwood will simply go as far as Daicos can take them, and with that responsibility comes the criticism if a short exit in the wildcard is evident.
