The high-flying Eagle is one of the most watchable players in the AFL and has established himself as a major threat in West Coast’s attacking armoury since making his debut - and becoming a premiership player - in 2018. Ryan will be aiming to bounce back in 2024 following a freakish hamstring injury suffered in last season’s round three RAC Derby when his legs flipped over his head in a marking contest. The All-Australian forward underwent surgery and a follow-up operation later in the campaign ended his hopes of playing again last year. His absence was sorely felt and the Eagles will be excited for his return to help ease the goalkicking load on spearhead Oscar Allen. At 27 years of age, the electrifying forward has plenty of good football ahead of him.
At a glance: Junior Clubs: Rovers, Geraldton (WA). Debut: Round 1, 2018. Recruited from: Subiaco (WA). Brownlow Votes: 3.
