Jesse Dattoli

Jesse Dattoli (born 7 August 2006) is an Australian rules footballer who plays for the Sydney Swans in the Australian Football League (AFL).

Early life Dattoli attended school at Carey Baptist Grammar School. By year nine, he was part of the school's top side.

Junior career Dattoli played junior football for Ivanhoe in the Yarra Junior Football League. At the age of sixteen, after a strong performance for Ivanhoe, Dattoli joined the Northern Knights in the Talent League. In his first year in the Talent League, Dattoli averaged 12.8 disposals and 1.3 goals a game. In his draft year, he averaged 23 disposals and 1.7 goals a game.

Dattoli was also part of the Vic Metro line-up in the Under 18 Championships. He averaged over 15 disposals and kicked three goals in 2024.

AFL career Dattoli was selected by the Sydney Swans with pick 22 of the 2024 AFL draft. He made his debut in round 21 of the 2025 AFL season against Essendon.

He made a rare appearance late in the 2026 season against , and capitalised on the opportunity with 23 disposals and two goals. His performance earned him a nomination for the 2026 AFL Rising Star award.

Statistics Updated to the end of round 22, 2026.

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