2013 debutants: Four

What to expect in 2014: While the contingent of emerging Crows is as exciting as any in the AFL, it's unlikely many new players will see much game time in 2014. Big-bodied midfielder Cameron Ellis-Yolmen has been slowly improving his consistency over the past few years and, if he could string together some serious SANFL performances, could finally break through for a senior game. Fellow mid Rory Atkins looks more comfortable in his second pre-season and Charlie Cameron, having spent the whole 2013 season playing senior WAFL footy, could well slip into Adelaide's attack. Lanky defender Sam Siggins has filled out and could also be offered a shot at the big time next year. – Harry Thring

2013 debutants: Five 

What to expect in 2014: The Lions have got games into a stack of kids over the past three seasons and that looks like continuing next year. Six of the seven draftees were taken before pick No.35 so they have to be a possibility of playing. James Aish is a good chance for round one, Lewis Taylor won't be too far away, while Nick Robertson, Tom Cutler and Darcy Gardiner could also get chances later in the year. The young key position players (Daniel McStay and Jono Freeman) are stuck behind a raft of experienced talls who will get first look-in. Rookies Isaac Conway and Nick Hayes also have the game to debut if injuries strike and they are elevated. – Michael Whiting

2013 debutants: Five 

What to expect in 2014: Tom Temay, the No.35 pick in the 2012 NAB AFL Draft, was the only player on the Blues' 2013 list who didn't finish the season with AFL experience, but he could get his chance this season given the Blues are looking to inject more speed and skill to their line-up. New draftees Patrick Cripps (pick No.13), Cameron Giles (No.39) and Nick Holman (No.51) are also expected to be in the mix. Cripps, the mature-bodied, hard-at-it midfielder, could be an early-season debutant while swingman Giles could provide further competition for the third tall defender's role with the likes of Simon White and Andrew McInnes. Left-footer Holman is a desperado who could earn a later opportunity once some rough edges have been rounded off. – Ben Collins

2013 debutants: Eight

What to expect in 2014: Two top-10 picks, Matthew Scharenberg and Nathan Freeman, are likely to have an opportunity at some point, but the player of great interest to Magpie fans will be Tim Broomhead. The 2012 draftee had glandular fever in 2013, which interrupted his pre-season but he has impressed in the VFL. He will be pushing for a spot in the first month. Scharenberg will need to overcome his foot problems, but will be in the mix early. – Peter Ryan

2013 debutants: Four

What to expect in 2014: Jason Ashby seems a good chance to break through for his first senior game after a solid year last year in the VFL, while mature aged prospect Dylan van Unen headed to Colorado for the club's high altitude camp and will press for a spot off half-back. Essendon's first pick at last year's NAB AFL Draft, Zach Merrett, might get a look-in at some stage as well but it appears the more slightly-framed Orazio Fantasia will need to spend some time developing in the VFL. – Callum Twomey

2013 debutants: Seven

What to expect in 2014: With the Dockers deciding to rest a host of players in round 23 this season it gave three players debut games when they might otherwise have not played, lifting the overall tally in 2013 to seven. It is unlikely the Dockers will have as many debutants in 2014. The three draftees - Michael Apeness, Alex Pearce and Brady Grey - will be the only players on the senior list who have not played a game. It is highly unlikely any will start and they will need injuries and/or resting of senior players to get an opportunity unless they show incredible form in the WAFL. Of the five rookies, Sam Menegola would be the most likely to be upgraded to play should his body hold up after the injury problems he has had. Again, he will be reliant on injury to senior midfielders. – Alex Malcolm

2013 debutants: Three 

What to expect in 2014: Most of the Cats' youngsters have played at least one senior game, so there is not a long list of potential debutants for next season. Defender Jed Bews, the son of former Geelong captain Andrew Bews, is at the head of the queue. Bews would probably have made his debut in 2013 if his progress had not been stalled by a foot stress fracture. The club's top pick in November's NAB AFL Draft, Darcy Lang, is likely to spend next season in the VFL as he recovers from a dislocated ankle. But Geelong's second and third selections, Jarrad Jansen and Jake Kolodjashnij, are a big chance to get a run at some stage. – Adam McNicol

2013 debutants: Five

What to expect in 2014: After unleashing the 2013 NAB AFL Rising Star in Jaeger O'Meara, the Suns might be a chance of doing so again next season. Jack Martin has already been at the club 12 months and is arguably the hottest new property in the league. While he will almost certainly line up in round one, a number of other youngsters are chances to make their debut as the season wears on. No.5 draft pick Kade Kolodjashnij has the class to play much of the season, while fellow draftee Sean Lemmens also plays a style off half-back that coach Guy McKenna likes. Queenslander Clay Cameron has developed nicely as a key defender and is a possibility of getting an opportunity later in the season as the Suns search for more key talls. – Michael Whiting

2013 debutants: Eight

What to expect in 2014: No less than 44 Giants have been given an AFL debut over their first two seasons in the competition, but that should start to slow down as GWS establishes itself. With Shane Mumford, Heath Shaw and Jed Lamb among the experienced players coming on board, and Jeremy Cameron, Callan Ward, Tom Scully and Devon Smith regular selections, places in the side are becoming harder to crack. One young man certain to get his chance in 2014 is the Giants' third straight No.1 draft pick, Tom Boyd. The key forward appears tailor-made for a step up to senior level. No.2 pick Joshua Kelly is also a likely debutant, but former coach Kevin Sheedy's mantra of getting games into as many youngsters as possible is over and players will need to well and truly earn their spots this coming year. – James Dampney

2013 debutants: Five

What to expect in 2014: With a list of premiership heroes nearing the final years of their careers, the Hawks are sure to grant opportunities to young players this season in preparation for the future. Mitch Hallahan, Alex Woodward and Tim O'Brien stand at the head of the queue, with Angus Litherland, Luke Lowden, Derick Wanganeen and Jordan Kelly also jostling for a call-up. Draftee Dayle Garlett is highly likely to see AFL action, having spent last year playing seniors in the WAFL, and Billy Hartung may also put himself into contention, although he has some size to put on. – Mark Macgugan 

2013 debutants: Seven

What to expect in 2014: With plenty of expectations surrounding him, young forward Jesse Hogan is nearly certain to make his senior debut for Melbourne in round one. Hogan's VFL exploits are well known and Demons supporters will be eager to see whether he can translate that in to the AFL. Joining Hogan could be Christian Salem – the club's top pick (No. 9 overall) in the 2013 NAB AFL Draft. Salem is likely to play senior football at some stage this year, although the Demons are likely to take a cautious approach with their talented youngster. Renowned for his pressure skills, Jay Kennedy-Harris is some sort of chance to debut in 2014 as well. A pressure small forward is exactly what Melbourne lacked in 2013 and Kennedy-Harris would fit that specific need. – Ben Guthrie

2013 debutants: Three

What to expect in 2014: Father-son recruit Luke McDonald is a strong chance to debut in round one, having made a very impressive start to the pre-season. McDonald's development was fast-tracked this year as he trained part-time with the Roos and played in the VFL with Werribee. Fellow 2013 draftee Trent Dumont also played senior football with SANFL premier Norwood last season and should come into contention for senior selection in 2014. Mason Wood's first year at North was cut short by a knee injury but the 192cm forward impressed in the first half of 2013 with Werribee and has made a promising start to the pre-season. Ruckman Daniel Currie, 24, is ready to make his long-awaited AFL debut, but his senior opportunities will largely depend on whether North reverses its recent one-ruckman policy. – Nick Bowen

2013 debutants: Four

What to expect in 2014: There's a handful of exciting players set to debut for the Power this year – including Jared Polec and Matt White  - but in terms of players due for their AFL debuts, the list is still pretty strong. Big defender Tom Clurey has supreme running power and made excellent progress in the SANFL this season, as did 197cm forward Mason Shaw. Shaw plays more like Justin Westhoff than Jay Schulz, but is a strong mark and a good set shot at goal. Coaches were impressed with the progress of midfielder Ben Newton in 2013 and he was close to a debut this season. Expect new draftee Jarman Impey to get game time in his first year, either in defence or attack. – Harry Thring 

2013 debutants: Three

What to expect in 2014: Tall forward Liam McBean pushed for senior selection late last year before injury struck, but he should get his opportunity in 2014. Defender Kamdyn McIntosh is also ready physically and waiting in the wings ahead of his second season. Only two of the Tigers' six new recruits have not made their AFL debuts, with rookies Todd Banfield (Brisbane Lions), Anthony Miles (GWS) and Matt Thomas (Port Adelaide) earning second opportunities. Nathan Gordon, who was drafted to the Tigers' senior list, also played two games with the Sydney Swans in 2011 before he was delisted. Richmond's first pick in the 2013 NAB AFL Draft, Ben Lennon, is expected to make his debut early in 2014 with his kicking skills impressing on the track. Mature-age recruit Sam Lloyd is ready-made to play as a medium-sized forward and could debut after kicking 38 goals in 17 VFL games last season. – Nathan Schmook 

2013 debutants: Nine

What to expect in 2014: One player the Saints would have loved to have blooded in 2013 was mid-sized forward Daniel Markworth, who was taken with their second-round draft selection in 2011. But, a knee reconstruction at the end of 2012 robbed him of the chance and he'll look to make his debut in 2014. Exciting forward Spencer White is another who could get game time after explosive signs last year while there's no reason the Saints' three draftees – Jack Billings, Blake Acres and Luke Dunstan – can't play in their first seasons. Billings had to back off his training pre-Christmas because of a quad injury sustained in Colorado while Dunstan appears to be the most physically ready of the three to play senior football after appearing at SANFL senior level for Woodville West Torrens in 2013.  – Jennifer Phelan 

2013 debutants: Five

What to expect in 2014: Injuries meant a number of young Swans were given an opportunity in 2013, including Dane Rampe, Brandon Jack, Xavier Richards and Shane Biggs, while Tom Mitchell made his long-awaited debut. But if the club can enjoy a better run with injuries, it might be harder for some teammates to follow that lead as the Swans gear up for another premiership tilt. Dean Towers and Tim Membrey, both drafted in 2012, were named emergencies last season without getting a taste of senior football and appear next in line for an AFL debut. Heading into his third year on the list, and having given his No.23 jumper to Lance Franklin, Jordan Lockyer will also push for his senior bow, but it wouldn't be a shock if the Swans didn't have a debutant in 2014. – James Dampney

2013 debutants: Five

What to expect in 2014: There is a fair amount of expectation that Dom Sheed will be ready to debut at senior level in 2014. The Eagles' first pick in the NAB AFL Draft played senior football at WAFL level before winning the Larke Medal at the 2013 NAB AFL Under 18 Championships but hasn't played any football since breaking his collarbone at those titles. He should play in the NAB Cup and his prospects from there will become clearer. Malcolm Karpany had some injury issues in 2013 and may need a full season at WAFL level before he is ready to debut. Tom Barrass and Dylan Main have played just eight WAFL reserves matches between them and will need time to develop. Fraser McInnes (pick No.28, 2011) and Brant Colledge (pick No.45 2012) are yet to play AFL games but have impressed in pre-season so far and will be pushing for their opportunities. McInnes has played 37 WAFL matches but the 20-year-old ruckman is behind Dean Cox, Nic Naitanui, Scott Lycett and Callum Sinclair. Colledge missed most of last season with an ankle injury but is a talented utility who could be ready to step up. – Alex Malcolm 

2013 debutants: Five

What to expect in 2014: The Bulldogs have four players in line to make their debut in 2014 after busy trade and draft periods. The club will be keen to see what Marcus Bontempelli can produce, so he will no doubt get a taste of senior football. Matt Fuller is a ready-made half back, having played in the SANFL over the past few years, so he can slot into the side when required. Mitchell Honeychurch can provide plenty of pressure as an intense small forward, while Josh Prudden is highly rated at the club, and will be an asset in the midfield should he avoid injury. Rookies Alex Greenwood and Jack Redpath are yet to debut, but can finally cement their place in the VFL team after the introduction of the Footscray Bulldogs, which will help their development. – Jacqui Reed