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Boy from the West
3 Oct 2006, 15:24
After discussions with some posters I have opted to try and compile a list of potential draftes in their positions eg KPP, small mids, medium mids, medium backs etc. That way when the final draft order is available (after trade week) it may assist when attending to future mock drafts.
So Can posters please forward ruckmen, name details and comment so that I can compile somthing. If enough contribute we should be able to establish a useful list of each position.
vinnie_vegas69
3 Oct 2006, 15:50
Lets see, there's:
Matt Leuenberger - 202cm, 92kgs - Most talented ruckman in the draft by a fair way. One of the best talents, period, in the draft.
James Sellar - 195cm, 90kgs - Not a true ruckman, will probably be primarily a KP at AFL level, but at this stage, he could be either.
Brent Renouf - 199cm, 94kgs - Solid athletic prospect, can play KP at either end, strong ruck work.
Kurt Tippett - 199cm, 98kgs - Pretty similar to Renouf, not as good in the ruck, slightly more athletic.
There's also Todd Goldstein, Sam Jacobs, Shaun Hampson, Daniel Currie and Jesse White, although I don't really know much about them in terms of height and weight.
Caleb Mourish as well, although not too many people will have seen him though. Alot of people rating him on hearsay.
Michael Griffiths will get rookie listed. From the man himself. I got a personal guarantee. Either West Coast or Adelaide it looks
Gilly1972
3 Oct 2006, 16:56
Caleb Mourish as well, although not too many people will have seen him though. Alot of people rating him on hearsay.
HBF, i think Caleb is more like 194cm, more in the athletic KPP category a-la Buddy Franklin and Adam Goodes, from what i have gathered
Sam Jacobs from woodville west torrens is 199 cm & 99 kg.
Has played a number of league games in the SANFL plus mainly reserves.
Boy from the West
3 Oct 2006, 22:35
Thanks. Keep them coming. I reckon a list of 10 or 12 will do.
Hey Bix Cox, is that the MIchael Griffiths from East Fremantle?
FWIW I rate Crozier a better ruckman than Goldstein. Made the Metro squad but didn't get a game IIRC.
Stefan Martin is another one who's a chance. Lee and Nugent are handy also. Would you include Tippett and Sellar also as they have spent a fair but of time in the ruck.
Boy from the West
3 Oct 2006, 23:04
FWIW I rate Crozier a better ruckman than Goldstein. Made the Metro squad but didn't get a game IIRC.
Stefan Martin is another one who's a chance. Lee and Nugent are handy also. Would you include Tippett and Sellar also as they have spent a fair but of time in the ruck.
Probaly not Sellar. My belief that at AFL he will be looked upon as a KPP eventually not a true ruckman. I have started the KPP thread and reckon that he will end up there. Thanks for support and input.
sinepari
3 Oct 2006, 23:07
See it's interesting about Griffiths. I personally think he'll struggle at the next level.
Ok mobility, ok skills, but to me an overall average ruck. Hope I am wrong.
sinepari
3 Oct 2006, 23:08
Nugent for a rookie-listing anyone?
Nugent for a rookie-listing anyone?
I think he's deserving of a spot on a rookie list, especially given the lack of quality rucks in this draft.
coasting
3 Oct 2006, 23:58
I have heard a few clubs are quite interested in Griffiths. His mobility and skills are no worse than Street or Sandilands, and similar height.
sinepari
4 Oct 2006, 00:11
He's not that tall is he??
I'm thinking he may get a gig at WCE. We need a 3rd ruckman.
coasting
4 Oct 2006, 00:15
He is 209cm
http://www.effc.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=80
sinepari
4 Oct 2006, 00:17
Cheers. Thought he was about 204 /205cm but being 209 is significant. Especially considering Sandilands dominance late in the year.
I'd give Nugent a chance. Young, mobile, good technique, a defintie potential player. Needs some agro but that will come.
Magpie_Babe
8 Oct 2006, 14:29
Daniel Currie
I don't know about his weight but he is over 200cms tall... big kid!!