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Judd Burgiel: 2026 AFL Draft profile
Power Packed Utility
2026 NATIONAL DRAFTTop 60 · EDITORIAL RANGEVIC
- Position
- Defender / Midfielder
- Listed height
- 179 cm
- Club / region
- Gippsland Power (VIC Country)
- Projected range
- Top 60 (editorial)
SOTARAMAFL SCOUTING VIEW
Judd Burgiel scouting report
Judd Burgiel is the 2026 draft’s "power-packed utility." Standing 179cm, the Gippsland Power standout—and younger brother of former Eagle Coby Burgiel—has quickly established himself as one of the most versatile and physically imposing smalls in the country. After a dominant start to the season, including a 23-disposal, 9-tackle masterclass in Round 1, Burgiel has earned high praise from coach Kris Pendlebury for his "pure power" in the contest. While he frequently rotates through the midfield to exploit his clean hands and high footy IQ, recruiters are increasingly enamored with his projected role as a lockdown small defender. He possesses a rare "run-and-chase" appetite and a powerful core that allows him to neutralize much larger opponents before initiating a lightning-fast counter-attack.
Burgiel can bring a competitive edge to a smaller role, using his strength and handling to remain involved when space is tight. The option of working around the ball or closer to a defensive opponent gives a team some flexibility. We would look for him to turn that versatility into a clear, reliable assignment, with his decisions and positioning matching the effort he brings to the contest.
AFL player comparison
Brandon Starcevic
Burgiel mirrors the Starcevich archetype through his blend of explosive physical strength and defensive discipline. At 179cm, he has that "low-center-of-gravity" power that makes him incredibly difficult to shift off the ball. Like Starcevich, he can transition seamlessly from a gritty, lockdown role on a dangerous small forward to a line-breaking playmaker. His 9-tackle performance in Round 1 highlights the same "uncompromising" defensive edge that has made Starcevich a pillar of the Lions' back-six.
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PROSPECT INTELLIGENCE / 2026
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