The race for the AFL minor premiership, top two and finals double chance could all come down to percentages this season but at least one coach says there's no focus on running up scores this month.

Geelong, West Coast and the Brisbane Lions have all tallied 14 wins so far, with Richmond rounding out the top four with a win less.

With just three matches to play in an intoxicating campaign, finals match-ups and venues seem certain to be decided by the finest of margins.

Which is why Eagles and Lions fans could both be left even more disappointed not to blow away their opponents on Sunday when big wins seemed on.