The Dockers are said to be one of at least eight clubs keen to snare Melbourne utility Jack Watts at the end of the season.
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Adelaide coach Brenton Sanderson says Graham Johncock still has a big role to play despite the veteran again being overlooked for the Crows.
| Rank | Team | Won | Lost | Points |
| 1 | Hawthorn | 7 | 1 | 28 |
| 2 | Geelong Cats | 7 | 1 | 28 |
| 3 | Sydney Swans | 6 | 2 | 26 |
| 4 | Essendon | 6 | 2 | 24 |
| 5 | Fremantle | 5 | 2 | 22 |
| 6 | Port Adelaide | 5 | 3 | 20 |
| 7 | Richmond | 5 | 3 | 20 |
| 8 | Collingwood | 5 | 4 | 20 |
| 9 | Adelaide Crows | 4 | 4 | 16 |
| 10 | Carlton | 4 | 4 | 16 |