2017 Draft - Pick 30

[jezzatigerbrent]

Jackson Ross is someone I'm really warming to at this pick.

There may be safer options available on draft night but if we're confident we've nailed 3 and 10 we may be tempted to take a bit of a risk on Jackson here.

We've been linked to him and having crossed over from tennis just a couple of years ago I think the scope for development in his game is huge.

There's a lot to like about his game already though (endurance, versatility, skills, goal sense) and I think after a few years in a professional AFL environment he could develop into a genuine match winner.

I think we should be looking at Nathan Kruger as their inside midfielder @30 as in Snoop Dog's summary

the ]''South Adelaide played a very small forward line for most of the season, which meant Kreuger was often on a flank, the wing, in the middle, or down back. He played a "Mr Fix-it" type role which did little to help his stock but saw the Panthers have a very good season, until the finals.

I actually see his best position as an inside midfielder. He has an elite first two steps and his wing-span is enormous, meaning he can get to the ball very quickly and dispose to an outside player. I just don't think he has the strength or attributes to play as a tall forward. The package below is very interesting. Souths were well on top in this game, but I thought Kreuger showed a glimpse of his athletic ability as an inside midfielder- and his tackling is also very good.''

 

[King Cripps]

If our first 2 picks are kids with speed and elite foot skills shall we go for Worpel at pick 30 ?

 

[Soapy V]

Gary Buckenara just did his picks 26-50 and has Worpel at 30.

I'd be happy with that

Has Ed Richards at 28

 

[Jeremias]

Gary Buckenara just did his picks 26-50 and has us with Worpel at 30.

Buckenara gave his rankings, not a phantom draft.

 

[Soapy V]

Buckenara gave his rankings, not a phantom draft.

Same dog different bone

 

[Jeremias]

Same dog different bone

No it's not, they're two completely different things.

 

[Soapy V]

No it's not, they're two completely different things.

Whoooooooosh

 

[Jeremias]

Just thought I'd clarify in case someone actually thought he had Worpel going to us at 30.

 

[Blue and Silver]

I understand why Worpel is slipping, but if you tidy up that kicking a bit, he's a matty priddis

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[ferrisb]

I understand why Worpel is slipping, but if you perm that hair a bit, he's a matty priddis

EFA

 

[true blue19]

Callum Coleman-Jones beat Rayner in the 2k I like

So did my grandma

 

[Curnowhan]

I understand why Worpel is slipping, but if you tidy up that kicking a bit, he's a matty priddis

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I see your point, but is it fixable? If Levi could tidy up his kicking a bit (and develop a bigger tank), he'd be a Jonathan Brown

 

[Jimmae]

Strong talk from the media circles that Balta will probably be available at #30... do we look at him?

 

[TerryWallet]

Strong talk from the media circles that Balta will probably be available at #30... do we look at him?

According to Twomey and Landsberger, he's a outside chance of being there at 73

Seems to be a fair bit of scuttlebutt that his off field smells a bit.

 

[Coona Blues]

Strong talk from the media circles that Balta will probably be available at #30... do we look at him?

I am in the negative on this one. Reportedly super talented, but lacking in game sense/smarts. With our proliferation of talls,
where would he fit?

 

[The Old Dark Navy's]

Strong talk from the media circles that Balta will probably be available at #30... do we look at him?

A few weeks ago I would have said absolutely. I was even wanting him at #10. Hearing about some commitment issues which is a concern.

 

[katmanblue]

So did my grandma

She's very impressive.

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[Jimmae]

I am in the negative on this one. Reportedly super talented, but lacking in game sense/smarts. With our proliferation of talls,
where would he fit?

Defence, for sure, but it allows us to jettison Rowe and ASOS at the end of 2018 without any fear.

His attitude/antics seems to be the issue.

 

[Arr0w]

I am in the negative on this one. Reportedly super talented, but lacking in game sense/smarts. With our proliferation of talls,
where would he fit?

Have never really rated him, despite being blessed with good speed, think he has poor reaction time and loses his feet far too often. If there is now talk of poor professionalism and or character, think that would be enough evidence to avoid him

 

[Funk]

If we did go for a big at 30 I'd go for Callum Coleman-Jones.

Is a ruck/forward but everything I read and the few highlights say he is a contested marking beast. With no real young rucks if we were to contend in say 2020 I'd want us to start developing a long term Ruck now.

IMHO this is not a priority.

6 finals teams this year had ruckmen they traded in for mostly R2 picks or worse.

Why speculate a R2 pick now and spend 5 years developing a player when we can cherry pick a "ready to go" ruck in 4 years time for a R2 pick?

Makes no sense to me - I'd rather keep chasing good mids/HBF at pick 30.

 

[Funk]

Let's just say, Slower than Rayner

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Yep - those motorised scooters can only go so fast.......

 

[GapInIkonPark]

IMHO this is not a priority.

6 finals teams this year had ruckmen they traded in for mostly R2 picks or worse.

Why speculate a R2 pick now and spend 5 years developing a player when we can cherry pick a "ready to go" ruck in 4 years time for a R2 pick?

Makes no sense to me - I'd rather keep chasing good mids/HBF at pick 30.

Indeed. We rookie’d Jacobs, upgraded him (together with Joseph) and traded him to the Crows ...
How did Sydney get Nankervis ? Was 2013 Draft 2nd round selection at Pick # 35.

Was there a rumour we were looking into Xerri late in the draft / rookie draft?

 

[bigdog43]

Crossing everything for Worpel

 

[Smegger]

Crossing everything for Worpel

Terry Wallace says hiiiiiiiiiii

 

[Roy71]

I like the look of Angus Schumacher, Kyron Hayden and Jackson Ross.

Schumacher and Ross have the kicking skills we so desperately lack whilst Hayden has a touch of dare I say it, Cripps?

If I knew how, I would attach the video links but I'm not that tech savvy :-(

Angus Schumacher
Draft Machine Player Bio -
Age: 18
Height: 191cm
Weight: 79kg
Position: Midfielder

"Medium midfielder/defender who represented Vic Country in the NAB AFL U18 Championships. Was a prolific ball-winner all year for the Bendigo Pioneers. Tested extremely well for speed and agility at Victorian testing earlier in the year, showcasing his impressive athleticism".

Combine Results

Goalkicking test (score out of 30)
Jordan Houlahan - 30
Angus Schumacher - 30

Kicking test (score out of 30)
Connor Balldenden - 30
Jack Higgins - 29
Angus Schumacher - 29

Kyron Hayden
Draft Machine Player Bio –
Age: 18
Height: 186cm
Weight: 87kg
Position: Midfielder

"Strongly built medium midfielder with good balance between contested and uncontested football. Very good stoppage player who performed well for Western Australia in the NAB AFL U18 Championships".

Jackson Ross
Draft Machine Player Bio –
Age: 18
Height: 193cm
Weight: 74kg
Position: Forward

"Versatile forward/midfielder with elite endurance and an innate ability around the goals. Very good in the air, below his knees and is a difficult match-up. Former elite junior tennis player, he mixed his footy between school and the Eastern Ranges this year".

Combine Results

Goalkicking test (score out of 30)
Jordan Houlahan - 30
Angus Schumacher - 30
Jackson Ross - 30