Surprising Turn for Dermott Brereton’s Stepson Archer May as Essendon Edges Out Collingwood in Mid-Season Draft

Archer May, the step-son of Dermott Brereton, has secured his spot in the AFL after being chosen in the mid-season draft.

Collingwood had been linked to May, but their pick didn’t come until No. 8.

Ultimately, it was Essendon that made the move, selecting him at pick 6.

Earlier this week, May acknowledged the significant role Brereton has played in his growth as a player.

“It’s a lot of hard work and sacrifices that contribute to this journey. I feel like it’s about validating those who are close to me,” May conveyed during an interview with 9News Melbourne on Monday.

“Dermott’s influence has been immense in my development, particularly in the past few years as I’ve taken my football aspirations more seriously.”

As anticipated, West Coast chose Tom McCarthy with the first pick.

Complete List of Mid-Season Draft Selections

First Round

1 – Tom McCarthy (West Coast)

2 – Zac Branch (North Melbourne)

3 – Harry Ramm (Port Adelaide)

4 – Flynn Young (Carlton)

5 – Michael Sellwood (Western Bulldogs)

6 – Archer May (Essendon)

7 – Oscar Adams (Gold Coast)

8 – Roan Steele (Collingwood)

Second Round

9 – Jacob Newton (West Coast)

10 – Cooper Trembath (North Melbourne)

11 – Ewan Mackinlay (Port Adelaide)

12 – Zac Walker (Western Bulldogs)

13 – Lachlan Blakiston (Essendon)

14 – Caleb Lewis (Gold Coast)

15 – Noah Howes (Collingwood)

Third Round

16 – Mani Liddy (Port Adelaide)

17 – Oskar Smartt (Essendon)

Fourth Round

18 – Liam McMahon (Essendon)