The NAB Challenge is the perfect time for new players to press their claims to the coaching panel for a Round One berth.
But what do the fans think? Have your say in which untried Crow deserves a go in our poll below.
Four Crows had their first taste of AFL action this pre-season out of the seven players who have yet to make their senior debut for the Club.
Former Magpie Paul Seedsman worked his way into the NAB Challenge perfectly, saving his best performance for last against Gold Coast on Friday. The long-kicking Crow averaged 16 possessions across all three games and ranked first at the average metres gained per disposal.
It’s been a whirlwind few months for Wayne Milera since he was selected by Adelaide with pick No.11 in last year’s National Draft. Milera’s pace, energy and enthusiasm has impressed fans and coaches alike, and the 18-year-old could come into senior calculations come Round One.
It didn’t take long for Troy Menzel to show his potential against Fremantle in the second week of the NAB Challenge. The former Blue snapped his first goal in Crows colours early in the opening term to give fans a taste of what he could offer the club in 2016.
Dean Gore enjoyed a dream start to his Crows career with two goals from 13 disposals in front of friends at family at Unley Oval. The midfielder played all three NAB Challenge games, but received limited game time in the latter two matches.
Forward/ruckman Harry Dear’s attack on the ball cannot be questioned. The 197cm, 98kg Crow won many admirers for his physical presence in his two NAB Challenge games and kicked his first goal in the tri-colours during Adelaide’s big win over the Eagles.
Mitch McGovern played all three NAB Challenge games, with his two-goal performance against Gold Coast an exciting glimpse of his ability. The athletic forward also took six marks and had five tackles, including two holding-the-ball calls, in a well-timed display leading into the premiership season.
Workhorse ruckman Reilly O’Brien led Adelaide valiantly in the ruck for its second NAB Challenge clash against the Dockers. O’Brien carried the responsibility opposed to experienced Docker Jonathon Griffin and South Australian Jack Hannath, finishing with 19 hit-outs and six tackles next to his name.
Which Crow impressed you the most this pre-season and deserves a Round One spot? Enter your selection below.