With less than a month until the JLT Community Series kicks off, last year's draftees have had ample time to make their first impressions at their new clubs.

AFL Media’s Lee Gaskin casts an eye over every Crows draftee and assess those most likely to have an early impact.

Pace, pace and more pace.

That's what Chayce Jones and Ned McHenry bring to the table.

The speed of Jones is exactly what the Crows need in their midfield, while McHenry's ability to produce repeat efforts and tackling pressure is elite.

McHenry, a midfielder who will likely start his AFL career as a small forward, showcased his huge tank when he tied with Wayne Milera in a 2km time trial in January, with Jones third.

TIME TRIAL: McHenry makes his mark

Half-back flankers Will Hamill and Lachlan Sholl have slotted in nicely but will have to bide their time behind All Australian defenders Rory Laird and Brodie Smith.

The same can be said for rookie-listed ruckman Kieran Strachan, who has only just returned to full training after ankle surgery last year, and fourth-year rookie Paul Hunter.

Injuries to key defenders Daniel Talia and Kyle Hartigan has allowed rookie Jordon Butts to get more opportunities during training drills.

Butts, 19, has impressed with his intercept marking and one-on-one defending.

The standout

Winning a time trial at the first attempt is never easy, but Ned McHenry shared honours with Wayne Milera.

McHenry's enthusiasm has been infectious among the group, but he needs to add a bit of size before he's ready for senior footy.

On track for round one

Jones is physically slightly readier to play senior football than McHenry, but both will probably start the season in the SANFL.