STRENGTHS:

+ Aggression
+ Athleticism
+ Kick penetration
+ Mobility
+ Upside
+ Vertical leap

IMPROVEMENTS:

- Production
- Rawness

At the core of Burmeister's upside is his athleticism. Both in the ruck and up forward, he showcases his physical attributes with a spring-heeled leap and great speed off the mark. What that translates to is competitive work at the centre bounces and the ability to work his opponents over on the lead, particularly when venturing outside attacking 50. He has the tools to best most key position players, mobility-wise.

Burmeister's impressive leap was showcased at the National Draft Combine, where he placed third in the standing vertical jump (74cm) and sixth in the running vertical jump (90cm). His ability to cover ground was also proven in the data with a 3.05-second 20-metre sprint and 6:36 2km time trial. Not only nimble, Burmeister is quite dextrous in that he is capable of following up at ground level and scoops up the ball well below his knees.

It means that he has a dynamic range of avenues to goal. While improvements can be made in the way of his contested and overhead marking, Burmeister makes good on what delivery he receives by being able to either mark with separation on the lead or mop up ground balls. His ability to stay involved with the play after aerial contests means he can get his frame over the ball and find the space to snap goals with his deceptively good agility.

Given he spends a lot of time roaming up the ground, Burmeister's kick penetration is a handy asset. The loping left-footer is capable of sending the ball long inside 50 either out of centre stoppages or when wheeling around back to goal. There remains a sense of rawness to his skills and craft, but Burmeister can be effective with that direct type of play.

Burmeister got to show a glimpse of his upside when utilised on the wing in the Coates Talent League Grand Final. There, his versatility shone through and it is clear he has a very high ceiling. That game was also one of three where he bagged multiple goals (two). Apart from a high of three in Round 7, his other pair of majors came against the highly touted Noah Mraz (Dandenong) in Round 3.

The next step for Burmeister will be to add some size and become a more prominent marking force. He works into good spots and has the athletic base to beat opponents around the ground, but only averages around 10 touches and two marks per game. Lifting his production level will help offer a greater sense of consistency as he continues to round out his game and build the confidence to perform from week to week.