Leader: Scott Thompson

Thompson is in prolific form so far this season, averaging 27 disposals a game and more than six clearances per match. The umpires love awarding Thompson votes when he's hot – as we saw in 2012 when he collected 25 of them.

Acting co-captain Rory Sloane has also been in terrific touch, ranked third in the league for tackles and second behind Patrick Dangerfield at the Crows for contested possessions (12 a game).

Roughy: Sam Jacobs

‘Sauce’ is back to his best in 2014, averaging more disposals, tackles, marks and hit-outs a game than in his brilliant 2012 season.

He doesn't have great Brownlow form though; Jacobs was unlucky to miss All Australian selection in 2012 but still only gathered five votes from the umpires. Will his luck change at football’s night of nights?

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