Miller Bergman's varied skillset is emblematic of the tactical shifts in the game in recent years.

A rebounding half-back flanker, Bergman not only took the kick-outs for Dandenong, he was tasked with executing the risky kicks into the centre of the ground, as well as bursting forward to impact the game from higher up the ground.

His averages of 17.7 disposals, 4.6 marks and 1 goal per game across the 2021 NAB League season indicates his potential to take on similar playmaking roles to those performed by Aaron Hall and Jack Ziebell, and his strong aerobic capacity lends itself well to potentially earning some time playing on the wing.

A boyhood North fan, Bergman's father Shannon was selected with the 66th pick in 1989, and while Bergman Sr didn’t play a game for the club, it was the start of a lifelong association with Arden Street for Miller.

After adding 7kg to his frame in his draft year, Bergman is under no illusions about his areas for improvement, but his natural athleticsm and elite kicking skills will hold up well in senior football should he earn the opportunity.