Former champion Wayne Carey says North fans “should be genuinely excited” about the club’s future.

While the Roos lost the opening five games, the last two weeks, in particular the game against the Crows, have provided plenty of reason for optimism at Arden Street.

Carey believes coach Brad Scott has made all the right moves in 2017.

“In the past fortnight Scott has made more tough calls,” he said in The Age.

Saturday’s victory against Adelaide was one of the club’s best in recent years, and had the football world talking.

“Against the Crows last week, there was a real emergence of young talent,” Carey said.

“We've known for some time Mason Wood has plenty of ability, but finally he seems to be overcoming his injury concerns.

“Luke McDonald has regained the form that was expected of him when he was drafted, while Kayne Turner and Trent Dumont have shown they're comfortable at AFL level.

“Former Bulldog Nathan Hrovat has also been a handy inclusion.”

Carey said the tough decisions made at the end of 2016 on experienced players had not affected the Roos’ core values.

“While the overall turnover of players since last year has been quite dramatic, Scott has ensured it hasn't compromised what he or the club stands for.

“Yes, the Kangaroos have won just two games, but they've given themselves a chance of winning almost every week and were impressive against Adelaide and Geelong.

“Right now, North are 14th, but unlike with some teams around them you generally know what you're going to get. There's a clear brand and a consistency of effort.”