MELBOURNE’S Jed Adams has put pen to paper, recommitting to Melbourne until at least the end of 2027.

The 196cm key defender made his AFL debut late in the 2025 season after stringing together a series of consistent performances at VFL level with the Casey Demons.

Melbourne AFL List Manager Tim Lamb expressed his belief in Adams’ continued development.

“Jed has shown some really promising signs through the Casey Demons since being drafted,” Lamb said.

“We have great belief in what Jed can and will continue to bring to the program in the future.”

Originally from Western Australia, the 22-year-old has the versatility to play at both ends of the ground but is at his best when tasked with competing against the opposition’s strongest key forwards.

Adams was selected with Pick 38 in the 2022 National Draft from South Mandurah in Western Australia and developed through Peel Thunder in the WAFL.

His recommitment to the club is another positive step in the young defenders development as he looks to establish himself at AFL level.