List Mgmt. 2017 Draft Prospects

[True Dog]

Hunter reminds me a bit of Bontempelli.

I tnink he'll make the perfect Robin for our Batman, the perfect Kemosabe for our Lone Ranger, the Bont needs a side kick and this kid fits the bill imo....

 

[Dannnnnnnnnn]

Hunter Clark is the one player that I'd be shattered to take to be honest.

 

[JAMES_B_101]

A big reason why I like Bonar is because of his multiple defensive efforts around the ball. He's a big body that can apply a lot of pressure and lay big tackles. If he is able to do this consistently at the next level then his chances of failing are very low. I feel like it would be a good fit for us because we need those quick, high intensity players rushing the opposition ball handlers so our guys that read the play well and play at a different tempo like Bontempelli can stand out even more.

I can't see myself being too disappointed with drafting anyone in the top 15 or 16 players but I wouldn't be as excited about taking Clark or Constable as I would others.

 

[doggies ftw]

I want that kid! Impressive video, reckon he will be there at 16? Looks perfect for our needs

 

[dogwatch]

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Hunter Clark is the one player that I'd be shattered to take to be honest.

Maybe I missed some earlier discussion but what's the knock on him? I love his delivery and vision.

 

[doggies ftw]

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Maybe I missed some earlier discussion but what's the knock on him? I love his delivery and vision.

Yeah just watched his video for the first time and wow that was extremely impressive. Must admit it's eerily junior Bont like. What are the knocks on him? And are people talking about him for pick 9 or 16? Cheers

 

[Dannnnnnnnnn]

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Maybe I missed some earlier discussion but what's the knock on him? I love his delivery and vision.

He is an atrocious kick and very questionable decision maker. This post by RW&B sums up what I've seen of him outside of just highlights videos:

Yea... there could be a serviceable player there but gee he's not great by foot. Ball drop is consistently terrible resulting in loopy kicks that don't spin correctly or grubbers along the ground.
Sorry he is a big no from me.
If this kid is touted as a top 10 pick then the standard of this draft is as bad as they say.

We just can't afford more below average kicks imo. He'll be a good player but I just can't justify taking someone who can't kick the ball.

 

[Wizard17]

I want that kid! Impressive video, reckon he will be there at 16? Looks perfect for our needs

Should be there at 16

 

[Dry Rot]

I want that kid! Impressive video, reckon he will be there at 16? Looks perfect for our needs

Agreed Bailey looks good.

Has shown big improvement over the season = Dal special

http://www.afl.com.au/news/2017-11-06/nt-draft-bolter-bailey-cant-explain-his-improvement

 

[Dry Rot]

Should be there at 16

I want Bonar and Bailey

 

[Rookie]

He is an atrocious kick and very questionable decision maker. This post by RW&B sums up what I've seen of him outside of just highlights videos:

We just can't afford more below average kicks imo. He'll be a good player but I just can't justify taking someone who can't kick the ball.

Weird, I've heard others rate his kicking as one of the best in the draft, including some of his own team mates.

 

[dogwatch]

He is an atrocious kick and very questionable decision maker. This post by RW&B sums up what I've seen of him outside of just highlights videos:

We just can't afford more below average kicks imo. He'll be a good player but I just can't justify taking someone who can't kick the ball.

Weird, I've heard others rate his kicking as one of the best in the draft, including some of his own team mates.

Thank Dannn. I'd better go back and have a look at the video again. Maybe I'm thinking of someone else. After seeing a dozen or so videos you start to forget which one was which.

Even if it is him, I know the videos can be pretty selective and might hide a lot of weaknesses. With that thought in mind, do those who have watched him live agree that he's an atrocious kick and poor decision maker?

 

[doggies ftw]

He is an atrocious kick and very questionable decision maker. This post by RW&B sums up what I've seen of him outside of just highlights videos:

We just can't afford more below average kicks imo. He'll be a good player but I just can't justify taking someone who can't kick the ball.

I've only seen that one vid so I'll take yours and others word for it but gee I thought his disposal off both feet looked great. Along with his mobility, composure in traffic, size, overhead marking and what looks to be elite disposal by hand. He really does look great in that vid

 

[Wizard17]

He is a good kick on both sides but makes some really stupid errors imo.

 

[Struggle]

He is a good kick on both sides but makes some really stupid errors imo.

What's his range like? I'm a bit over mids who struggle to make it from 45

 

[Wizard17]

What's his range like? I'm a bit over mids who struggle to make it from 45

His range is fine the problem is with his decision making and ball use when he is under pressure.

 

[Del165892]

I get the sense someone will pick Raynor expecting a Dusty type and end up with a Wingard type.

 

[Gollo]

A big reason why I like Bonar is because of his multiple defensive efforts around the ball. He's a big body that can apply a lot of pressure and lay big tackles. If he is able to do this consistently at the next level then his chances of failing are very low. I feel like it would be a good fit for us because we need those quick, high intensity players rushing the opposition ball handlers so our guys that read the play well and play at a different tempo like Bontempelli can stand out even more.

I can't see myself being too disappointed with drafting anyone in the top 15 or 16 players but I wouldn't be as excited about taking Clark or Constable as I would others.

Agree about Bonar. I'm coming around to him quite a bit. Have had queries over his likelihood of translating his potential into form at AFL level, but the more I watch him it seems he has very few weaknesses. Overhead marking, versatility, size, athleticism, contested ball-winning and defensive efforts all highly impressive. Skills aren't elite but are by no means a deficiency. His range of elite traits allow me to worry less about his average production, which I could possibly attribute to his time out of the game.

 

[Yojimbo]

I get the sense someone will pick Raynor expecting a Dusty type and end up with a Wingard type.

Allen Jackovich is Cameron Rayner, both 187 cm. Keep him away from the
pie stand.

 

[True Dog]

Fascinating reading everyones thoughts on certain individuals, can't wait to see which way it goes for us... Gunna be a long month

 

[dogwatch]

I just know Dalrymple is going to take Bonar if he's still there. If only so we can have more dick jokes.
He'll probably get jumper #9 - the locker right next to Wood.

 

[JAMES_B_101]

Agree about Bonar. I'm coming around to him quite a bit. Have had queries over his likelihood of translating his potential into form at AFL level, but the more I watch him it seems he has very few weaknesses. Overhead marking, versatility, size, athleticism, contested ball-winning and defensive efforts all highly impressive. Skills aren't elite but are by no means a deficiency. His range of elite traits allow me to worry less about his average production, which I could possibly attribute to his time out of the game.

I see his floor as playing a Lin Jong type role where he doesn't develop real consistency and his skills don't take off but at the same stage his skills don't look as bad. Either way I wouldn't mind another player like that on our list, so long as we take a player with good skills at 16.

 

[giblj]

I just know Dalrymple is going to take Bonar if he's still there. If only so we can have more dick jokes.
He'll probably get jumper #9 - the locker right next to Wood.

Another free option is #28 next to Dickson, it's meant to be!

 

[Wizard17]

That knee worries me with Bonar though.

I have come around a bit to Nathan Murphy. But still have him slightly behind Charlie Constable.

 

[LittleG]

That knee worries me with Bonar though.

I have come around a bit to Nathan Murphy. But still have him slightly behind Charlie Constable.

Bonar is the hindsight pick. He will either be a top 5 on your list type player or a bust. I can't see anyone with a single first rounder taking him..... it sets you back too far if he busts.