Cam Ellis-Yolmen

You could excuse the big-bodied Crows midfielder for being a bit cautious, having torn his ACL in the first game of last year's pre-season competition.

But Ellis-Yolmen threw himself into every contest and did some great work at stoppages. He also worked back hard defensively, beating Fremantle skipper Nat Fyfe in a one-on-one duel, winning the ball and hitting a teammate by foot, and even slotted the late goal that iced the game for Adelaide.

He's not a walk-up start in the Crows' midfield, but Ellis-Yolmen gives the side a physical presence and has ticked every box in his comeback.

Cam Ellis-Yolmen celebrates his match-sealing goal against Fremantle. Picture: AFL Photos