- Jul 15, 2014
- 24,991
- 48,528
- AFL Club
- Richmond
- Other Teams
- Chelsea, LA Lakers, Western United
Interesting. If we select Burton, then I think I’m starting to see a pattern this draft.
All the players we picked up aren’t particularly big in size, but they are above average in speed, can accumulate a lot of possessions (maybe except Grlj), and can play midfield + a second position. Burton’s much of the same with his ability to play HB. They all seem to be goal kickers, spreading our goal-kicking ability. Reminds me of an augmented Hawthorn, with our youth more focused on ball-winning ability while Hawthorn’s list focuses more on elite kicking.
I’m not sure how their ball-winning ability will translate to AFL level without the physical size, but I’m keen to see how it plays out. Smillie holds the key to unlocking our full midfield potential though. He’s realistically the biggest player we have in the midfield, so I really hope he makes it as a mid
All the players we picked up aren’t particularly big in size, but they are above average in speed, can accumulate a lot of possessions (maybe except Grlj), and can play midfield + a second position. Burton’s much of the same with his ability to play HB. They all seem to be goal kickers, spreading our goal-kicking ability. Reminds me of an augmented Hawthorn, with our youth more focused on ball-winning ability while Hawthorn’s list focuses more on elite kicking.
I’m not sure how their ball-winning ability will translate to AFL level without the physical size, but I’m keen to see how it plays out. Smillie holds the key to unlocking our full midfield potential though. He’s realistically the biggest player we have in the midfield, so I really hope he makes it as a mid




