Darcy Fort is set to play an important role for the Brisbane Lions in 2022. 

The former Cat only arrived in Brisbane last month but is already impressing with his work rate and craft work. 

The 28-year-old will look to provide support for big man Oscar McInerney this season, after the 'Big O' shouldered much of the ruck load for Brisbane last year. 

Speaking on Fort's arrival, McInerney said he was excited about the prospect of forming a partnership with the new Lion. 

"Darcy coming along has been great," he said.

"It's nice to have another big boy out on the track to work alongside and wrestle in the contest.

"It's been great to pick his brain about what he's learnt in his journey and to ruck against him. I'm really hoping we can form a good duo this year."

On the possibility of the two playing in the same side, Chris Fagan sounded optimistic. 

"It'll be good for Oscar to have an experienced ruckman in the group that can help him out," Fagan said.

"He shouldered a lot of the load for us last year and Darcy's at a good age for ruckman, he's a handy forward and he's going to help us a great deal."

Fagan also said to Lions Media that McInerney is tracking for an exciting 2022. 

"He keeps growing and growing. He's probably one of our most professional players in terms of his craft, his gym work and his running is second to none.

"If he keeps going that way, at this rate he's tracking he'll become one of the really great ruckman of the competition and we're so grateful we have him at our club."