In his first year as the Bulldogs’ skipper, Bontempelli has thrived in the role and earned his third All Australian selection.

The 24-year-old was named on a half-forward flank, adding to his 2016 and 2019 honours.

Bontempelli has averaged 20.9 disposals per game and also made an impact forward, with 11 goals.

Ball magnet Macrae has become a back-to-back All Australian player, adding a 2020 guernsey to his 2019 honour.

The 26-year-old was named on a wing.

Macrae finished the home-and-away season with 455 disposals – second in the AFL – to make a significant contribution in the Bulldogs’ midfield.

Influential defender Daniel has capped a career-best year with his maiden All Australian call-up.

Touted as one of the game’s best kicks, the 24-year-old has been named on the interchange bench. 

Daniel is the game’s number-one ranked general defender, according toAFL Player Ratings, averaging 19.8 disposals per match.