Draft watch: the 16 most likely

[doggyz_rok]

John Butcher (Vic Country) The likely No.2 draft pick at this stage behind Vic Metro's Tom Scully. Still, he is widely regarded as the best available tall in attack. He has booted five goals in two matches so far.

Allen Christensen (Vic Country)
The son of Damien, who played 17 matches for Geelong in the 1980s, the midfielder was one of the standouts against Vic Metro with 22 disposals. Is just 176cm, but has been touted as a top-10 selection. Is quick and has flair.

Jesse Crichton (Tasmania)
An AIS/AFL academy graduate who impressed recruiters during last year's carnival, Crichton is widely regarded as Tasmania's best draft prospect. He uses the ball well, winning 18 disposals and kicking two goals in Tassie’s opener against Northern Territory.

Ben Cunnington (Vic Country)
Has been likened to Brad Sewell with his hard-running attributes and unrelenting style of play. A versatile prospect, he was instrumental in Country's opening win, kicking three goals and taking six marks, including three contested.

Jack Fitzpatrick (Vic Metro)
The versatile and athletic tall can play as a key forward, in the ruck and even down back. He is very quick for his size and takes a good overhead mark. Stands at 201cm and was impressive in Metro's win against NSW/ACT, winning 19 disposals.

Jordan Gysberts (Vic Metro)
A genuine onballer who has drawn comparison with emerging versatile Demon Jack Grimes. He reads the game well and uses the ball nicely. Regarded as a modern-day midfielder, he was impressive against NSW/ACT with 19 touches, three goals and two assists.

Kane Lucas (Western Australia)
A hard-working, clever and creative midfielder, Lucas is one of Western Australia's best prospects in this year's pool. Has impressed as the Sandgropers’ joint vice-captain, especially in close and around the clearances.

Andrew Moore (Vic Metro)
The younger brother of Richmond defender Kelvin has impressed considerably in his two matches so far across half-forward, booting five goals. Possesses a good vertical leap and has been likened to Swan Ryan O'Keefe.

Anthony Morabito (Western Australia)
Best on ground in WA's opening win over South Australia at Subiaco Oval, Morabito is another to have come through the AIS/AFL academy. He is a midfielder who can run and carry, kick goals and win contested and uncontested ball.

Sam Reid (Vic Country)
The younger brother of Collingwood's Ben, he predominantly plays as a defender, but can play up forward and pinch-hit in the ruck. Although smaller than Paddy Ryder at 192cm, he possesses similar characteristics, with an outstanding leap and pace for his size.

Gary Rohan (Vic Country)
The athletic half-forward impresses particularly with his speed and hardness at the ball. Tackles well, chases hard – and against Vic Metro capped it off with a spectacular mark on the wing. Booted two goals against Tasmania on Sunday.

Tom Scully (Vic Metro)
Has already been given the No.1 draft tag and after his first effort for Metro it's not hard to see why. The midfielder amassed a game-high 33 disposals against Vic Country, including 23 handballs. Has brilliant hands in tight situations.

Koby Stevens (Vic Country)
An AIS/AFL academy graduate, Stevens was prominent in Country's win over Metro and was his side's best in the victory against Tasmania. A tough country lad, he can play midfield, half-back or half-forward, is very hard-working and uses the ball well.

Luke Tapscott (South Australia)
A smaller onballer at 181cm, Tapscott is regarded as one of the most outstanding kicks in this year's draft pool. He is a strongly built youngster, but recruiters are impressed by his disposal efficiency and his ability to kick the ball 60-plus metres.

Jack Trengove (South Australia)
The South Australian captain is his side's most promising prospect. Against WA in game one, he won 31 disposals, despite playing in a losing side. The hard-at-it midfielder/forward was again impressive against Queensland on Saturday.

Nathan Vardy (Vic Country)
Already looming as one of the best rucks in this year's pool, the 198cm tall is a genuine tap ruckman who won 21 hit-outs against Vic Metro. He was particularly impressive at the centre bounces, when he produced some strong punches from the middle contests.

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good read.

[hamush]

No Hutchings

[freodog]

Originally Posted by hamush

No Hutchings

Sshhhhh!!

[Delids]

Ben Griffiths & Tom Hill?
Just because they have been injured should not be disregarded
Griffiths will go top 5

[Anjahads]

Would Lewis Jetta be a possible top 20-30 prospect?

[CarltonLegends95]

Originally Posted by Anjahads

Would Lewis Jetta be a possible top 20-30 prospect?

Lewis Jetta is a 20 yr old
swan districts
4.5.89
Lightning quick
Lightning Hands
Excellent Kick
Amazing Running
Unbelievable evasive skills

Didn't get picked up in last year's draft
may be a mid to late round pick this year

[pinkus maximus]

Originally Posted by hamush

No Hutchings

hard to say not having seen the other states but you would think he would be in the top dozen or so

He's one of those guys that doesn't get much recognition because of the role he plays. A Jude Bolton clone IMO

[folester41]

luke tapscott sounds good, would be good if he were around a bit later.

[campbell023]

Interesting to see Sam Reid on that list. As said, younger brother to Ben of the Pies. Wonder if we will have a look at him seeing as he is a defender?

[wixism]

Hopefully if his like Paddy Ryder i would love to have him at the Pies.

[EasternHills]

Originally Posted by hamush

No Hutchings

Duncan, Colyer would be ahead of him. Hutchins is a gun and if a club was looking for a hard inside/ negative mid he would be right up high on their list.

[ROYAL EAGLE]

Pretty happy with the lack of WA boys mentioned think we have some outstanding canidates available and the less press they get the better.

[EasternHills]

Obviously victorians will take victorians first. Ducun, Lucas and Morabito should all go first round. Duncan early second at worst, Hutchings would go late second / third round in most drafts.

[Agetigers]

Originally Posted by EasternHills

Obviously victorians will take victorians first. Ducun, Lucas and Morabito should all go first round. Duncan early second at worst, Hutchings would go late second / third round in most drafts.

Every one is saying how Shallow this draft is going to be but the top 30 picks are quality, with just as much takent as previos drafts.