The 20 draftees ready to explode

THE kid gloves are off for these golden 20.

Forget project players, here are the talents from this year's draft who will have the biggest impact next season.

SAM LANDSBERGER and JAY CLARK rank the first-year players who are set to explode from Round 1, 2013.

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1. JACK VINEY
Club: Melbourne
Age: 18
Height: 178cm Weight: 81kg
Drafted: No.26 (father-son)
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Instant Brent Moloney replacement has sparkled in early training. Already a midfield beast who is set to win plenty of admirers with his aggression and courage at clearances.

Melbourne training at Gosch's Paddock. Jack Viney and Shannon Byrne Picture: Klein Michael Source: Herald Sun

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2. JAEGER O'MEARA

Club: Gold Coast
Age: 18
Height: 182cm Weight: 75kg
Drafted: 2011 mini-draft

Had the benefit of playing with Gold Coast's reserves this year and will slot straight on to a wing and forward flank. Super-slick ball-user is already considered the most talented under-21 player on the Suns' young list.

Gold Coast Suns continue there training at Metricon Stadium, Carrara ahead of next season - Jaeger O'Meara Picture: David Clark Source: Herald Sun

3. BRAD CROUCH
Club: Adelaide
Age: 18
Height: 184cm Weight: 83kg
Drafted: 2011 mini-draft

Has flown under the radar in South Australia but would have been a top-five pick in this year's draft. Hard-nut with explosive speed who will be ready for Round 1.

4. OLLIE WINES
Club: Port Adelaide
Age: 18
Height: 185cm Weight: 83cm
Drafted: No.7
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Imposing onball talent will give Port a harder edge from the get-go. Clearance king has already been likened to Jobe Watson. Will eventually help replace Power's veteran ageing mids Dom Cassisi and Kane Cornes.

5. TOM LEE
Club: St Kilda
Age: 21
Height: 194cm Weight: 94kg
Drafted: Pre-listed trade from GWS

Booted 60.20 in the WAFL this season and is ready to slot straight next to Nick Riewoldt in attack. Runner-up in Claremont's best-and-fairest and with a big frame is well-equipped to mix it in the AFL.

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6. JESSE LONERGAN
Club: Gold Coast
Age: 18
Height: 183cm Weight: 91kg
Drafted: No.13

Suns are crying out for some inside midfield help and Lonergan is ready to bash bodies. Coming off a knee injury but his strong frame and combative nature will fill the void left by Josh Caddy.

Gold Coast Suns recruit Jesse Lonergan. Picture: Glenn Hampson Source: Gold Coast Bulletin

7. JAKE STRINGER
Club: Western Bulldogs
Age: 18
Height: 191cm Weight: 91kg
Drafted: No.5

Forget the leg issues, he is already impressing in full training. With a huge frame, he can play almost anywhere between full-forward and midfield. Had the physicality of a 25-year-old, according to some talent experts, while playing VFL last season.

GOLD COAST, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 22: Jake Stringer poses after being drafted to the Western Bulldogs during the 2012 AFL Draft at the Gold Coast Exhibition Centre on November 22, 2012 on the Gold Coast, Australia. (Photo by Chris Hyde/Getty Images) Source: Herald Sun

8. TIM MEMBREY
Club: Sydney
Age: 18
Height: 189cm Weight: 88kg
Drafted: No.46
Pick Me highlights of Membrey

First played senior footy aged 16 at Traralgon so will have no worries coming up against the big boys early. Man-child in the Jack Darling mould who will add immediate potency to the Swans' forward setup. Strong mark and lethal set shot.

9. LACHIE WHITFIELD
Club: GWS
Age: 18
Height: 184cm Weight: 74kg
Drafted: No.1

Has a light frame but his class will stand out immediately. Unbelievable motor will ensure he runs all day, but it is his kicking and decision-making on the run that makes heads spin. GWS will manage his workload carefully.

10. JIMMY TOUMPAS
Club: Melbourne
Age: 18
Height: 183cm Weight: 77kg
Drafted: No.4

Classy wingman is already considered one of the Demons' better ball-users, so sweet is his right foot. Mark Neeld loves his leadership and attitude, so expect him to play a lot in 2013. Strong over the ball for an outside mid.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 26: Jimmy Toumpas handballs during a Melbourne Demons AFL pre-season training session at Gosch's Paddock on November 26, 2012 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Robert Prezioso/Getty Images) Source: Herald Sun

11. DYLAN VAN UNEN
Club: Essendon
Age: 22
Height: 189cm Weight: 88kg
Drafted: No.51

Bit of a mystery man after he was plucked from obscurity at Frankston. Flexible type will be given a chance to rebound out of Jimmy Hird's backline, but far from a lock in the best 22. Won three reserves flags at Box Hill.

GOLD COAST, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 27: Dylan Van Unen looks to kick the ball during an Essendon Bombers AFL pre-season training camp on November 27, 2012, on the Gold Coast Australia. (Photo by Matt Roberts/Getty Images) Source: Herald Sun

12. NICK VLASTUIN
Club: Richmond
Age: 18
Height: 187cm Weight: 83kg
Drafted: No.9
Pick Me highlights of Vlastuin

Another foot soldier is physically ready to go, but will have a battle on his hands breaking into the senior side early, with Steve Morris and Brandon Ellis shining down back last season. Hard as a two-dollar steak and can play inside midfield role.

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13. DEAN TERLICH
Club: Melbourne
Age: 22
Height: 185cm Weight: 85kg
Drafted: No.68

Spent a year on Sydney's rookie list in 2008 and was best on ground in this year's SANFL grand final. Demons have a dearth of rebounding backmen, providing opportunity for Terlich to settle on a flank early.

14. SAM MAYES
Club: Brisbane
Age: 18
Height: 187cm Weight: 78kg
Drafted: No.8

Looks a cheap get for the Lions at pick No.8. A versatile flanker/wingman with a beautiful kick, particularly running inside-50m. Lions need his outside polish and forward line potency. One club rated him the second-best player in this year's draft pool.

North Adelaide forward Sam Mayes has been drafted by Brisbane. Picture: Matt Roberts. Source: Getty Images

15. DEAN TOWERS
Club: Sydney
Age: 22
Height: 189cm Weight: 83kg
Drafted: No.22

Isaac Smith-type will help the Swans' ageing half-back line. Explosive speed but wobbly right foot can let him down. Power athlete will take on the opposition after building confidence with an outstanding 2012 VFL campaign.

16. JOE DANIHER
Club: Essendon
Age: 18
Height: 201cm Weight: 89kg
Drafted: No.10 (father-son)
Pick Me highlights of Daniher

Let's call it. Daniher will be the player of the draft, given his exceptional mobility and marking power. But expect the Bombers to be ultra careful managing his light frame in the first two years. Michael Hurley's move into the backline will create opportunities. Should play 10 games in 2013.

GOLD COAST, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 27: Joe Daniher signals to his team mates during an Essendon Bombers AFL pre-season training camp on November 27, 2012, on the Gold Coast Australia. (Photo by Matt Roberts/Getty Images) Source: Herald Sun

17. LACHIE PLOWMAN
Club: GWS
Age: 18
Height: 191cm Weight: 86kg
Drafted: No.3
Pick Me highlights of Plowman

Greater Western Sydney is desperate for some backline relief and the mid-sized defender can plug holes and rebound with flair. The departure of Jack Hombsch will open the door for Plowman to make an early impression next to Phil Davis.

18. MATT JONES
Club: Melbourne
Age: 25
Height: 188cm Weight: 81kg
Drafted: No.52

Box Hill 25-year-old was drafted to play straight away. Skilful outside midfielder has a big tank and nice height. Another one who could flourish under the Demons' "Moneyball'' strategy.

19. BRODIE GRUNDY
Club: Collingwood
Age: 18
Height: 201cm Weight: 100kg
Drafted: No.18

Bulked-up ruckman comfortable battling other men at senior SANFL level this year. Already 100kg so will have no trouble helping Darren Jolly in the ruck or providing a deep target forward. Ben Hudson will provide competition, but the Pies have a history of blooding youngsters early and were ecstatic to land him at pick No.18, the bargain of the draft.

Collingwood training,Darren Jolley and Brodie Grundy, Picture: Wayne Ludbey Source: Herald Sun

20. TROY MENZEL
Club: Carlton
Age: 18
Height: 187cm Weight: 77kg
Drafted: No.11

Knees are still an unknown after LARS on one and a PCL injury to the other, but on talent alone, he is a top-three pick. Medium-forward plays above his height and was renowned for turning matches with his slick evasive movement and goal nous. Will provide highlights if his knees allow him to get on the park.

Mick Malthouse and Troy Menzel Picture: Wayne Ludbey Source: Herald Sun

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