The team boasts 17 premierships, 17 All-Australian nods, six league captains and 19 best and fairest winners who have played 4,961 games and counting.
Tasmania has a long and rich history in the game of football, and it’s set to be further entrenched when the Devils get underway.
The approval of the Macquarie Point Stadium build – which was decided this week – has given the green light for the Devils’ introduction into the AFL in 2028. But it is long overdue.
Players such as Matthew Richardson, Ian Stewart, Nick Riewoldt, Jack Riewoldt and Grant Birchall all hail from the Apple Isle but forged successful careers in the mainland.
While there were many names stiff to miss, the talent and accolades spread across the field rank among football’s immortals.
Tasmania Team of the 21st Century
FB: Grant Birchall, Liam Jones, Jake Kolodjashnij
HB: Jeremy Howe, Alex Pearce, Lachie Weller
C: Matthew Richardson, Darryn Cresswell, Brady Rawlings
HF: Mitch Robinson, Nick Riewoldt, Russell Robertson
FF: Jack Riewoldt, Alastair Lynch, Seth Campbell
R: Toby Nankervis, Paul Williams, Adrian Fletcher
I/C: Sam Banks, Colby McKercher, Aaron Hall, Brody Mihocek, Ben Brown
Stiff to miss: Rhyan Mansell, Jye Menzie, Lachlan Cowan, Robbie Fox, Chayce Jones, Jade Rawlings, Ryley Sanders
The backline is filled with modern-day players, with four of the defensive six preparing to suit up in 2026.
Birchall’s career across Hawthorn – and Brisbane – was littered with success, winning four flags in the brown and gold.
At the other end of the ground sees both Riewoldts suit up in the forest green, with Melbourne high flyer Russell Robertson and Fitzroy/Brisbane champion Alastair Lynch donning the guernsey.
Seth Campbell and Mitch Robinson also sneak into the side.
Richmond premiership ruckman Toby Nankervis leads the midfield alongside retired stars Paul Williams, Adrian Fletcher and Darryn Cresswell.
Manning the bench is a mix of current AFL players as well as those recently retired.