The silky wingman had an outstanding first season in the AFL, playing all 17 games. Improved each week, averaging 17 disposals and three marks a game. His season was rewarded with a second-place finish in the NAB AFL Rising Star award, having ranked first in his class for disposals, inside 50s and metres gained. Alongside close mate Matt Rowell, the 191cm midfielder looms as a future star of the competition. Has signed on until at least 2023.