With pick 56, North Melbourne has selected Eddie Ford from the Western Jets.

A versatile option, Ford has the scope to play forward, midfield or in defence.

Ford possesses impressive athletic attributes, and is an aerial marking threat.

“Eddie is an exciting forward who performed well on Grand Final day in 2019 in the Futures game,” National Recruiting Manager, Mark Finnigan said.

“He has speed, power and clean hands while having the ability to take a big mark and kick bags of goals."

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