Cody Walker edges Port's Cochrane as top AFL draft prospect in player
Carlton midfielder prospect Cody Walker narrowly topped Port Adelaide's Dougie Cochrane as this year's best AFL draft prospect, according to a poll of 12 elite teenage players. Both received five first-place votes, but Walker's edge came partly because some raters haven't seen Cochrane play as frequently. Carlton holds matching rights after Walker nominated.
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Published 18 Oct 2026, 18:00 UTC · Updated 18 Oct 2026, 18:50 UTC
Summary by OZbrief Editorial. Original report: The Age – Sport. Editorial policy · Corrections
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