The acquisition of Jayden Hunt has been one of the positive developments this season.

The exciting running defender has provided great energy and run and combined with a penetrating right foot he has been something of a revelation.

He appreciated the return of defensive stalwarts Tom Barrass and Shannon Hurn as he racked up 34 possessions and nine marks in an impressive performance that made him the Eagles best.

An indication of his importance was that he was involved in seven score involvements (equal with Oscar Allen) off half back and gained 647 metres with ball in hand for his team.