Every pick from the 2025 AFL draft
4. Cooper Duff-Tytler, West Coast Cooper Duff-Tytler said: ”I played a lot of basketball when I was 14,15 and 16 and I was lucky enough to play for Australia, and it was a tough choice to choose footy, but (I) obviously can’t complain now.”Duff-Tytler said he modelled his game after new Saint Tom De Koning and Fremantle big man Luke Jackson. The 18-year-old had a picture of his grandparents on his table, adding: “They’ve passed (away) so they couldn’t be here, but I think they’d be pretty proud of me.”5. Dylan Patterson, Gold CoastWhat Patterson said: “I’m pretty glad with the decision I made (to not choose rugby league).” Likened to Andrew McLeod, Patterson rejected NRL clubs’ overtures to stay on the AFL path. The 17-year-old thanked his dad, describing him “as the most important person in my footy journey”.6. Daniel Annable, Brisbane LionsWhat Annable said: “Jaspa Fletcher’s been checking in quite often, (he’s) obviously a gun of the competition and (I’m) looking forward to working with him.” Annable has been in the Brisbane Lions Academy since he was 12 years old and thanked his coaches for turning him into a quality player.7. Sam Cumming, RichmondWhat Cumming said: “Mum reckons I get all the talent from her, (and) Dad was alright as well,” he joked. Cumming said he loved playing in the under-18 championships for South Australia and was looking forward to playing for Richmond.8. Sam Grlj, RichmondWhat Grlj said: ”I think this just means so much to my family… I’ve brought 15 people (along). I probably wasn’t going to get drafted 12 months ago, (and) to be here now, I’m feeling really proud of myself.” Grlj, who was emotional in his interview with Fox Footy, then laughed when asked about his surname. “The boys down at Oakley love calling me to ‘the Sizzle’,” he said.9. Sullivan Robey, EssendonWhat Robey said: “It’s obviously pretty remarkable – I never thought at the start of the year that I’d be here on draft night with my family and friends. It’s an awesome journey, I’m, very proud.” Robey joked he was a bit of a “late bloomer” when he belatedly burst onto the scene for the Ranges mid-season.10. Jacob Farrow, EssendonWhat Farrow said: Farrow described himself as “footy head”, adding: “When I’m not playing on the weekend, I put my feet up on the couch and watch the game that’s on.” Farrow thanked his parents for all the support and said he could not be more grateful for them.11. Xavier Taylor, MelbourneWhat Taylor said: “It’s my journey, but it’s theirs (his family) as well and I’m so happy to be able to share it with all of them.” Taylor said he already had a Demons tattoo and was hoping to add a premiership one.12. Latrelle Pickett, MelbourneWhat Pickett said: “I was a late-call up and wasn’t really meant to say anything to family, and they actually had to sneak in tonight, but it all worked.” Pickett’s cousin, Kysaiah Pickett, was also a No.12 pick. Latrelle said his cousin was one of his heros and had been taking to him every day in the lead-up.13. Dyson Sharp, EssendonWhat Sharp said: “It’s a dream come true – little six-year-old me would be over the moon right now,” he said, with the lifelong Dons fan presented his red-and-black guernsey by his idol, and namesake, Dyson Heppell. “I’m speechless really,” he said.14. Harry Kyle, SydneyWhat the Swans said about Kyle (who didn’t speak): “An incredible story after joining our QBE Swans Academy program just last year. Welcome Harry!”15. Oskar Taylor, GWSWhat Taylor said: “It feels unbelievable – it’s so special to have everyone here, my friends and family.”Taylor told Fox Footy he “didn’t have a clue” he’d be heading to GWS and joked his mum had bought a few different scarves, just in case.16. Lachy Dovaston, North MelbourneWhat Dovaston said: “I’ve got some (goal celebrations) saved in for next year – I’ve watched some NBA so will try and copy them.”Dovaston actually said he was happy to be compared to Nick Watson, otherwise known as “the Wizard”.“If I could be something like him (Watson), that would be awesome,” Dovaston said.17. Jai Murray, Gold CoastGold Coast national recruiting manager Kall Burns said: “It’s fantastic for him (Murray) to realise his dream of moving on to an AFL list. With a proven ability to impact the game in numerous roles across the ground, we’re excited about what he can bring to our squad under Damien Hardwick.”18. Beau Addinsall, Gold CoastGold Coast national recruiting manager Kall Burns said: “He (Beau) has shown fantastic leadership qualities as a member of our academy leadership group in 2025, and his aerobic capacity and ability to win the ball in particular are attributes we’re looking forward to seeing.”19. Josh Lindsay, West CoastWhat Lindsay said: “It’s been a pretty long night, I’ve been sitting down since 7pm and it’s 9pm now, but it’s been unreal.” Lindsay said he was keen to move to Perth and said his parents remained the biggest influences on his career.“Troy Selwood, who passed away earlier this year, was huge for me – he probably got me to this position today, I couldn’t be more grateful for him.”20. Cameron Nairn, HawthornWhat Nairn said: “I spoke to the Hawks a few times and had a few good meetings… but I had no real idea where I was going, so I can’t believe it.” Nairn grew up in the country, joking there was plenty of space to kick among the sheep and cattle.21. Lachy Carmichael, Western BulldogsThe Western Bulldogs said of Carmichael: “Described as a creative and, at times, prolific ball winner, the 18-year-old Carmichael’s decision-making ability has seen him on the radar of many teams in this year’s draft.”22. Mitch Marsh, AdelaideWhat Marsh said: “Growing up going for the Crows my all life, obviously my old man played for them as well, so being able to get drafted here, it’s unreal.” Marsh said he models his game off his favourite player, Jeremy Cameron, and said his dad, Ben, had passed along a lot of wisdom.23. Aidan Schubert, HawthornWhat Schubert said: “It’s the best feeling ever and the best day of my life. It’s been a very long night and going to the Hawthorn Football Club, it’s a dream come true, and I can’t wait.” Schubert said he was looking forward to moving to Melbourne and joked that his mum would get some more frequent flyer points adding “I’m definitely not a chef.”24. Harley Barker, GeelongWhat Barker said: “It’s pretty emotional – it’s been pretty hard with the (ACL) injury, but (I’m) forever grateful for this little moment that I can cherish with everyone.”25. Adam Sweid, FremantleSweid was part of the Bachar Houli Academy and the Essendon next-generation academy. The Bachar Houli Academy said: “Your dedication and leadership has inspired the Islamic community. We are so proud of you, Adam.”Second round26. Blake Thredgold, North MelbourneWhat Thredgold said on Fox Footy: “I’m so grateful for the opportunity and I’m so thankful to be here… I was nervous last night. I was laying in bed last night hoping I would get called out, and I’m glad it’s done now… I didn’t really know which team was going to pick me, but I’m happy for it to be North Melbourne.”27. Louis Emmett, Western BulldogsWhat Fox Footy experts Kevin Sheehan and Mick Ablett said about Emmett: He’s a ruckman who comes from a successful rowing family. He’s an excellent middle-distance runner and was rated highly throughout the year. He also has a long left-foot kick.28. Avery Thomas, Gold CoastWhat Thomas said: “I’m speechless… I’m just so shocked. Everybody in this room has played a major role in how I’ve got here, and I’m sure they will keep helping me after this. I did athletics until I was 17. Doing decathlons and I was also playing footy. I went all in on footy this year and it has paid off.”What the experts said about Thomas: An athletic defender in the mould of Isaac Quaynor and Connor Idun, he rated highly for speed and agility during combine testing and won an award for best work ethic in Tasmania. Suns traded up for him, sending a 2026 second-round pick to the Blues.29. Sam Allen, West CoastWhat the experts said about Allen: He’s a midfielder with great athleticism, who suffered an ACL injury this year. “He could have been anything this year (if he didn’t do his knee),” Kevin Sheehan said on Fox Footy. He could become a high half-forward-type player who can be a playmaker for teammates.30. Thomas Matthews, MelbourneWhat the experts said about Matthews: The Gippsland Power captain who played forward and did well early before being injured later in the season. He had fallen down the standings for some scouts due to his injury. He’s a dangerous small forward, and has great recovery skills when knocked over, or behind opponents.31. Zane Peucker, RichmondWhat Peucker said: “I like watching a lot of Zac Bailey and Rhylee West… they are pretty good players and I like to watch them.I had always wanted to play AFL. It has only really become real in the last couple of months when I was invited to the national combine. It’s very exciting to play at the highest level and that’s something I’ve very grateful for.”What the experts said about Peucker: A 179-centimetre small forward who showed some speed and is highly competitive. He impressed for South Australia in their win over Vic Metro during the under-18 titles.32. Tyan Prindable, CollingwoodWhat the experts said about Prindable: He has elite ability to spread from turnover and has great recovery and consistency in his game. He played five VFL games this year. A Brisbane academy player, the Lions declined to match a bid for him.33. Hunter Holmes, GeelongWhat the experts said about Holmes: The brother of Cats star Max, Hunter also has great speed and run-and-carry skills. He has plenty of potential, but is still raw. Has eye-catching speed out of stoppages and did well for Oakleigh Chargers this year.34. Jack Dalton, HawthornWhat the experts said about Dalton: Funnily enough, he’s very much in the style of Zach Merrett, who tried to defect from the Bombers to the Hawks in the trade period. He’s a midfielder with great endurance skills and uses the ball very well. He’s also highly rated for his leadership at junior level and won the two-kilometre time trial at the national combine.35. Jevan Phillipou, SydneyWhat the experts said about Phillipou: A former decathlete and dominant junior footballer who played half a dozen games at senior SANFL level this year, the younger brother of Saints star Mattaes is skilful and uses both sides of his body.36. Max Kondogiannis, EssendonWhat the experts said about Kondogiannis: He’s a defender from the Oakleigh Chargers, compared to Richmond star Nick Vlastuin for his ability to marshall the defence and use his impressive kicking skills to send his team into attack.Third round37. Sam Swadling, CollingwoodWhat the experts said about Swadling: A prolific ball-winning midfielder who records huge numbers (35 touches per game in the WAFL Colts), he plays in the same style as Bulldogs star and former Magpie Adam Treloar. He’s played some senior footy, and has some great size about him at 189 centimetres.38. Koby Evans, Brisbane LionsWhat the experts said about Evans: The midfielder was a West Coast academy player who impressed for Western Australia as a bottom-age player in 2024. He has really sharp hands and moves with speed in the stoppages. He didn’t play as much this season due to injury, and the Eagles didn’t match the bid from the Lions.39. Tylah Williams, West CoastWhat the experts said about Williams: The Eagles matched a bid from local rivals Fremantle for the West Australian, whose speed and agility has been compared to that of Bobby Hill. He’s a smart small forward who looked strong in the national championships.40. Tobyn Murray, FremantleWhat the experts said about Murray: A creative small forward who impressed in the VFL with Geelong after being overlooked previously. The Dockers were only too happy to swoop on him.41. Charlie Banfield, St KildaWhat the experts said about Banfield: The midfielder is the son of 1992 No.1 overall pick and former West Coast premiership star Drew, but the Eagles couldn’t match the bid as they didn’t have enough points. He can play anywhere from half-back, to the wing, to on the ball. He’s an elite runner with huge upside, and is 192cm tall.42. Billy Cootee, SydneyWhat the experts said about Cootee: A 22-year-old midfielder from the Essendon Doutta Stars in Melbourne’s western suburbs who moved to Norwood in the SANFL this year and did well enough to catch the Swans’ eye.43. Cody Curtin, Brisbane LionsWhat the experts said about Curtin: He’s the younger brother of Adelaide star Daniel and is a 200cm key-position player who impressed with his kicking power, and ability to both take a mark and hit the scoreboard. He’s tall and strong, like his brother.44. Tai Hayes, Brisbane LionsWhat the experts said about Hayes: The nephew of former St Kilda great Lenny, Tai is a mature-age midfielder who did well in the VFL this year.45. Talor Byrne, CarltonWhat the experts said about Byrne: A small forward-midfielder from Koroit who kicked five goals against Vic Metro this year. Yet another small forward for the Blues.46. Koby Coulson, Gold CoastWhat Coulson said: “I’ve been waiting for this moment for so long – it’s a dream come true to come to this footy club… It’s unreal to have some of my mates drafted last night and have them here with me tonight. I was pretty confident I was going to land at the Suns.”What the experts said about Coulson: He’s an All-Australian midfielder who had an injury-interrupted junior career but has a high footy IQ and has shown potential to play as a forward. He’s a Gold Coast academy player who models his game on Matt Rowell, and his dad is a foundation Suns member and the current No.1 ticket holder at the club.47. Jack Ison, CarltonKeep up to date with the best AFL coverage in the country. Sign up for the Real Footy newsletter.
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