[2] In the lead-up to the 1994 National Draft, Melbourne coach Neil Balme stated the Demons were looking for "the best available but with a bit of an emphasis on speed and midfield players".
[5] Due to the Demons need for pace,[6] Polley was named to make his AFL debut in the second round of the season,[7][8] but was ultimately not selected.
[6] After being suspended for one week and injuring his hand in May,[9][10] Polley finally made his AFL debut against Essendon in round 9.
He was recalled for Melbourne's round 12 clash with the Brisbane Bears and retained his place in the side for four consecutive matches, until a poor performance against Richmond.
Polley failed to play another senior match for the rest of the year and, at season's end, he was delisted by Melbourne.