Bryce Gibbs’ sparkling performance against Geelong on Sunday hasn’t gone unnoticed, with the midfielder receiving a perfect 10 in the AFL coaches’ votes.

The 27-year-old took control in the centre when his captain was sidelined with an ankle injury after quarter time, collecting more than 30 vital disposals in the Blues 19-point victory over the Cats.

‘Gibba’ had 34 touches, 13 of which were contested, eight tackles and nine clearances, not to mention kicking two goals at critical stages of the game.

In the last four weeks Gibbs has averaged just over 30 possessions and booted 6 goals, becoming one of the Blues most damaging midfielders.

There’s no doubt the former No. 1 pick is relishing his time under Brendon Bolton; in Round 8 against Port Adelaide Gibbs also received 10 votes, and in Round 6’s clash with Essendon he was best on ground with nine votes.

In the overall ranking for the award Gibbs now sits in fourth position on 40 votes, behind leader Dan Hannebery (Syd) on 49 votes, Todd Goldstein (North) 47 votes and Patrick Dangerfield (Gee) 44 votes.