BULLDOGS draftee Ayce Cordy says it can be frustrating being 'spoon-fed' as an AFL player, but he appreciates having such a structured network around him.

Speaking at the AFL Player Induction Camp, the young ruckman, who was taken at pick 14 in the NAB AFL Draft under the father-son rule, says he has been surprised at how many details of his life have been taken care of since he was selected in November.

"It's good in a way. A lot of things are taken care of for you, but in a way it also sort of undermines you a little bit," Cordy said.

"As a young bloke you want to get your hands on things and do things yourself. People spoon-feed you a bit, which gets to be a bit frustrating at times.

"You've got to know where to draw the line and say 'I'll take care of this', but it is definitely good to have people looking after you."

Cordy and every other new player is attending the education camp, which covers topics such as alcohol, drugs, sexual health, gambling, adjusting to the demands of AFL football, and dealing with extra attention.

While Cordy values his independence he says it is handy to be given a few helpful hints as he tries to carve out a career.

"There are a lot of new pressures now we're under the spotlight of professional sportsmen. It's good to learn exactly where our boundaries lie," he said.

"There are certain views of the public and obviously the AFLPA takes us on as new players so it would be good to understand where we stand."

"You are in the media spotlight a lot and you are looked at as role models. I think it is very important the AFL and the Player's Association make sure all the footballers know exactly what goes on so they can keep the brand in good stead."

Though he is yet to play a game at the top level, the 18-year-old has already been recognised by fans, a fact he is still getting used to.

"Every now and then you get a couple. Obviously I'm a new bloke and not many people know of me, but there are a few.

"It's good at times, but other times it can be rather annoying. I wouldn't really like to be one of the big-name footballers, because I'm sure they get it a lot and get rather sick of it. It's different and you don't really expect it, but it does happen."