The varied mix of performances from recruits in Round 4 shaped a number of results across an intense weekend of footy.
Two Suns have emerged as players to watch while the top two remains unchanged after strong efforts in the midfield by each player respectively.
So, who's making the most impact in their new colours? Welcome to the weekly ranking of the Recruit of the Year contenders for 2025, with Round 4 giving us plenty to consider.
Selection criteria: Only players who were on an AFL playing list at a different club in the prior season will be considered as recruits in these rankings.
6. John Noble (-1)
In an absolute thriller on the Gold Coast, the two hottest teams in the league were split by just a point. It was the Suns' two backline recruits that led the way, John Noble's 20 disposals, five tackles and five rebound 50s instrumental in Gold Coast's first 3-0 start since 2016.
The Suns' attack continues to shine in the early stages of this season, generating another 60 inside 50s on Saturday afternoon. The majority of these stem from rebound 50 with Gold Coast ranking 7th for rebound 50 rate. Thanks to Gold Coast's elite pressure rate behind the ball - 9 of Noble's 13 pressure acts occurred in the defensive half of the ground - Gold Coast are setting themselves up for long-term success under Damien Hardwick.
