With a new AFL season comes recalibrated expectations, and there’s a range of forecasts for the 18 clubs ahead of the 2026 campaign.

Be it a surge up the ladder, a nosedive, or more of the same, the AFL hierarchy is already taking shape following the October player movement period.

Some clubs are at least five years away from challenging, while others are capable of dynasties. But for several teams, their chances of winning a flag are unclear or appear slim.

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