The Roos could also place a bid on Callum Brown (whose father, Collingwood champ Gavin, is part of the club's coaching panel), while zippy WA midfielder Zac Fisher would be a nice fit in the 30s.Port's second-round picks could push back a few spots in the 30s depending on bids on the night. They could also look to bring in some more youth in that area too, with All Australian full-back Jack Maibaum a chance to be there for them to consider at No.36. This was intended to end the practice which had taken place the previous year in which clubs with academies had traded down the draft order to accumulate a large number of mid- and low-range draft picks specifically to use on academy bids.Clubs were able to promote any player who was listed on their
They lack his sort of verve from defence and in time he would bring another element to their midfield. Watson is a key defender also in the club's academy, so they can match a bid when it falls if they choose. Another chance for one of their third-round choices is Esava Ratougolea, a tall forward/ruckman with Fijian background. Telstra TV His best spot across the year was as an attacking and sweeping half-back but he can be thrown in the midfield and occasionally up forward. It is difficult to say who will be around for the Hawks with their two live picks (they have upgraded rookie Kade Stewart), but the likes of athletic type Mason De Wit, nice-kicking Juhdah Dundon, and taller midfielders Tom Williamson and Jacob Allison (if the Lions haven't taken the academy player) could be there. He is a good grab overhead and competes well against forwards of different sizes. The key dates for the trading and drafting periods were:A change was made to the rules concerning academy and father-son selections which allowed clubs to begin the draft with only as many draft picks as it had empty positions on its playing list. AFL Live Official App. Setterfield, who is originally from Albury before shifting to Melbourne to board at Caulfield Grammar, has spent time with the Giants as a member of their academy.It was an injury-interrupted season for Petrevski-Seton but the West Australian midfielder remains one of the classiest, smoothest players in the pool. Tall defender Harrison Macreadie has fallen down the order after an inconsistent season but the club relocated him to Sydney for this year and could grab him late.
04:39 That could open the door for them to pick up a couple more academy picks, though. afl.com.au Bendigo forward Kayle Kirby could also be in the mix late, or as a rookie.All the focus is on Essendon's No.1 pick but the Bombers have found some gems with later selections in recent years. Brodie did his best work for the season in the first half of the year. If the Dockers go tall at pick seven it could start a night of key position players joining the club. Either way, after their first three picks the club will be coming in much later in the piece. Share This Article He isn't the flashiest player but he averaged 25 disposals at the championships and knows how to find the ball. The Eagles have also recently caught up with ruckman Sean Darcy who could be a project player later in the draft.Ben Long was overlooked at last year's draft but improved considerably this year and starred for Footscray's VFL side with six goals in the preliminary final. The 18-year-old is raw and will take some work but jumps at the ball and tackles hard at ground level. Because of his injuries he could get through to the Bombers, who would consider him with their selection to open the second round.The rangy defender is able to mark well above his head and have an impact in a number of different places on the ground. The creative and speedy half-forward makes a difference with the ball in his hand: he can set things up, shimmy around an opponent or two, and get play going. He's quick, powerful and competitive, and has the defensive mindset to step into an AFL side from the first moment. Medium forward Ben Davis has attracted some interest from the Roos. Logue is a key defender with great athleticism (he broke 10 minutes for the 3km time trial and was a joint winner of the beep test at last month's NAB AFL Draft Combine), but it is his intercept play that makes him an appealing pick. Return to Top; Players. The Oakleigh Chargers goalkicker had a strong season at TAC Cup and under-18 national level. Four picks inside 22 gives the Lions a really strong hand at the draft.
They have also interviewed Oli Hanrahan, a prospect who has emerged from local Melbourne footy to be a sneaky draft chance. Draft guru Callum Twomey reveals his top 30 and club whispers By Callum Twomey on CLUBS can't recall a NAB AFL Draft quite like this, with so much uncertainty around the top of the order so close to the event.
The Morrish medallist couldn't have had a more impressive season. 00:40 He backs up his effort and is a determined, hard-edged prospect. He is a genuine ruckman's size but he is a skilful ball user and someone who can pick up disposals around the ground and hit targets. The Cats have forfeited any rights to match a father-son bid for the Geelong Falcon. He can play at both ends of the ground, take a good mark overhead and is dangerous around goal.The exciting and energetic half-forward is a chance to get through to the Pies' pick, and he would bring a new element to their forward set up. The bouncy, energetic and aggressive small forward moved into the midfield and excelled there using his smarts, creativity and clean hands. 04:39 Joe Atley and Willem Drew are other inside midfielders who can find the ball when it's up for grabs, and Josh Williams could appeal as a player who can inject some pace.The Pies don't expect a bid to come for father-son pair Callum Brown and Josh Daicos until after their first live selection, and they have gathered enough points later in the draft to pay for the duo when they come.