ratings after Round 6:

Port: Far too good right now. Playing a level above the rest.

South: fantastic win against Norwood by a Club that's genuinely turned its fortunes around.

Eagles: Miles too good for a poor Glenelg outfit. Settled, experienced, promising juniors, a real threat.

Sturt: Got the same result as everyone else, but their form is strong.

West: Two big wins in a row as their list becomes more recognisable. The game against Sturt is huge for them.

Central: Found the courage to win against North. Long way to go, but a great response.

Norwood: It's becoming clearer by the week that player losses are biting, or learning the game plan again is tough, or both.

North: Went close at Elizabeth, but worrying signs and they seem a bit off the pace.

Adelaide: Smashed by injuries and a puzzling approach and game plan.

Glenelg: Missed Lonergan, but they looked slow and under-skilled against the Eagles.