[2] Atkins performed impressively throughout the season, averaging 19 disposals and six marks per match, twice being named as an emergency for the Crows' senior AFL side, and finishing 6th in the reserves team's Club Champion award.

[3] In February 2015, Atkins injured the posterior cruciate ligament in his right knee, resulting in him being sidelined for three months.

[10] Atkins played his 100th AFL game in round 3, 2020, against Gold Coast at Metricon Stadium, but the milestone was not to be remembered as the Crows lost the match by 53 points.

[11] In October 2020, Atkins exercised his rights as a free agent and joined Gold Coast on a four-year deal.

[12] While struggling for selection at Gold Coast, Atkins was transformed into a rebounding defender under coaches Stuart Dew and Damien Hardwick.