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List Mgmt. 2023 AFL Draft

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Malibu#27 said:
After all our trading are we still a chance at Operation Get Zane Duursma ?
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Yes. We could ask Jed McEntee to change his name.
 
We need to be smart about using whatever picks we have to identify high ceiling, electric small forwards, even if they have some deficiencies in their current game.

Think Charlie Cameron, Willie Rioli Jr, Tyson Stengle, Schultz as players who weren’t picked early but have gone on to be dangerous forwards.

I’d use at least one main draft pick and one rookie pick to punt on that type of player.
 
VineValerian said:
So including rookies, we started with 44+1 Cat B (Barkla).

We've traded in 4 and delisted 5 incl Barkla plus trading out Duursma.

So we now have 43 and no Cat B's.

We have to draft in 3 which means 2 more dekistings to come. Maybe Raz and Scooter?
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Orazio going to gws
Lycett and Hayes will be delisted with soldo and sweet in now.

Think that’s the only ooc guys on the list.
 
SA Players that may be available late-rookie:

KOBE RYAN (West Adelaide) Midfielder, 19, 184cm, 75kg​

A crash-and-bash midfielder, the mature-age prospect was considered unlucky not to have been drafted last year or at this year’s mid-season draft. He had a standout season at league level for the Bloods, playing all 18 minor round games and averaging 23 disposals, eight tackles and five clearances. Had a season-high 35 touches against premier Glenelg in Round 10 and finished equal-seventh in the Magarey Medal, polling 17 votes. Lacks some polish but wins the ball at the coalface and runs hard.

HARRY FRANCIS (Glenelg) Ruckman/forward, 18, 195cm, 80kg​

Athletic big man rucked for Glenelg’s under-18s this year but, at 195cm, he probably won’t be able to do that effectively at the next level. But he is a real athlete who can use his combination of height and mobility to his advantage. Has yet to regularly showcase his marking ability as a forward but is clean below his knees and efficient with ball in hand. Displayed his athleticism at the state draft combine by winning the running vertical leap with a height of 95cm while producing a strong leap of 69cm in the standing vertical jump.
What they say: “Played a couple of good games with us and some strong games of school footy. He rucked for us but he probably – because of his height – won’t ruck at the next level, so it will be interesting to see what happens there. But he’s an athlete, which gives him a good opportunity (to be drafted).’’ – Glenelg talent manager Darren Trevena.

OSCAR TALBOT (West Adelaide) Key defender, 18, 195cm, 83kg​

An excellent one-on-one defender who reads the ball very well. Is an elite decision-maker who was an All-Australian full back at under-16 level. He is a really nice size and very quick for a big man, which enables him to stay close to his opponent. Is also a good intercept player, using his height to his advantage.
What they say: “Oscar had a much improved year. He was the All-Australian under-16 full back a couple of years ago before dropping off a little bit last year for a variety of reasons. But this year he was able to get back to simplifying his game to what he does really well, which is being a very tough lockdown defender who competes very well one-on-one and rarely gets beaten. He got back to what we know he can do, which was nice.’’ – West head of football and talent Paul Streatfield.

LUCA SLADE (Sturt) Midfielder, 17, 182cm, 70kg​

Son of eight-times Central premiership midfielder Matthew Slade, Luca is a versatile midfielder who makes good decisions with the ball, often showing coolness to wait and finding the right target by hand or foot. Is a very clean player, particularly under pressure at ground level, which allows him to bring other players into the game. A natural inside midfielder, he developed his forward craft in the second half of the season. Performed well in the state draft combine, finishing in the top three in the 20m sprint (3.044 seconds), agility test (8.407 seconds) and 2km time trial (6 minutes 17 seconds).
What they say: “He’s super competitive and has a great workrate, along with a high football IQ. Is able to find the football and use it effectively.’’ – Sturt football manager Chris Trapp.

PATRICK WECKERT (Woodville-West Torrens) Key forward, 18, 194cm, 90kg​

The strong-marking key forward entered the season as one of SA’s top draft hopes after turning his back on a promising cricket career (as a fast bowler) to focus on football. Started the year in the Eagles’ league team but struggled to make an impact and performed below expectations at the AFL under-18 national championships. However he finished the year strongly, kicking five goals in a reserves semi-final against Central when he took six strong marks. State under-18 coach Tony Bamford noted how Weckert “approaches the game in a physical manner’’.
What they say: “Pat didn’t have the season he would have liked or expected after his strong finish to 2022 but not having a full pre-season (because of cricket) didn’t help him with his footy this year. His key attributes are his strength in a marking contest and ability to read the ball in the air. He’s still only an 18-year-old kid who’s been playing against men but I think he needs to work on his craft a bit more, learn how to get some separation from his opponents. That’s his biggest area of development because, being a big, strong country boy he’s been a bit of a bash-and-crash player and I think if he can get that separation he will put himself in the play a lot more.’’ – Eagles talent manager Darren Hams.

LIAM FAWCETT (Central District) Key forward, 18, 198cm, 87kg​

An outstanding talent who can be a difficult match-up for defenders with his ability to lead hard and also take contested marks. He’s athletic, loves to get up the ground and can win plenty of the ball for a big man. Kicked 31 goals from 16 under-18 games this year. Ran a quick 20m sprint at the state draft combine, highlighting his athleticism, but scouts want to see him work a bit harder and apply more defensive pressure.
What they say: “He probably has as much potential as any young, big forward you will see in the game. He just needs to learn his forward craft a bit more and understand what it takes to get to the next level as far as work ethic is concerned. But he has the potential to be a big, dominating forward.’’ – Central football manager Mark Ross

KANE McAULIFFE (North Adelaide) Midfielder, 18, 187cm, 86kg​

North Adelaide’s Kane McAuliffe in action at the AFL national draft combine in Melbourne. Picture: Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty ImagesThe big-bodied, inside midfielder is powerful at stoppages and has the speed to win first possession and burst clear. Illustrated his athletic qualities at the AFL national draft combine by placing in the top 10 of three physical tests – the 20m sprint, where he ran a fast 2.93 seconds, and running (95cm) and vertical (77cm) jumps. He was also the fastest Croweater at the combine in the 2km time trial (6 min, 26 sec). Is a penetrating left-foot kick with the power to break games open.
What they say: “He’s a really powerful athlete who is an excellent left-foot kick. He tested fast in the 20m sprint at the draft combine and while he’s had a few injury problems in the past 12 months he’s been very professional and diligent with his recovery. From Port Augusta, he can play as an inside midfielder or across half-back, where clubs could use his long, penetrating kick to full advantage.’’ – North talent manager Neil Sanders.

TAYLOR GOAD (South Adelaide) Ruckman, 18, 207cm, 92kg​

SA’s biggest draft riser, the giant Panther and former basketballer has gone from, in his own words, “zero to a hundred’’ this year after being talked into playing SANFL after starring in school footy for Westminster. Raw but incredibly athletic and naturally talented, Goad recorded the fastest 20m sprint in the SANFL under-18s this year and tested eighth at the AFL national draft combine with an impressive time of 2.965 seconds. He performed strongly against the country’s best ruckmen in the AFL under-18 championships before playing in the Panthers under-18s premiership team and hauling in three contested marks in the grand final. His development has been rapid and exceptional.
What they say: “He has as much upside as anyone I have ever seen. He’s a big guy who can move really well, having run under three seconds for the 20m sprint at the AFL draft combine, which is amazing for someone his size. For someone who hasn’t been in a SANFL system for very long, he’s come on really well. He is very coachable and is like a sponge in that he soaks everything up. One of the most pleasing things is that you can see him trying to execute whatever you ask of him. And he’s a terrific person.’’ – South talent manager Mark Clayton.

ASHTON MOIR (Glenelg) Medium forward, 18, 188cm, 85kg​

The freakishly-skilled forward started the year as SA’s highest rated draft prospect but he had an uninspiring campaign affected by injury, particularly a hip issue. But you don’t lose your talent overnight and Moir has the supreme class and X-factor that AFL clubs covet. The medium forward can kick equally well with both feet (he’s happy to take set shots on either side of his body from outside 50m), is good at ground level and can jump high and take a grab. On pure talent he is a top-10 candidate with a huge upside.
What they say: “He didn’t have the year he would have liked, with some niggling injuries affecting him, but he’s a class act who has a load of talent and tremendous upside. Whoever gets him will get someone who is really dedicated and will really impact on the main stage. I watched him train at Adelaide as part of the AFL Academy early in the year and he didn’t look out of place, looking very smart and very much like an AFL player. He has the attributes to play at the next level.’’ – Glenelg talent manager Darren Trevena.
 
Holden Hillbilly said:
SA Players that may be available late-rookie:

KOBE RYAN (West Adelaide) Midfielder, 19, 184cm, 75kg​

A crash-and-bash midfielder, the mature-age prospect was considered unlucky not to have been drafted last year or at this year’s mid-season draft. He had a standout season at league level for the Bloods, playing all 18 minor round games and averaging 23 disposals, eight tackles and five clearances. Had a season-high 35 touches against premier Glenelg in Round 10 and finished equal-seventh in the Magarey Medal, polling 17 votes. Lacks some polish but wins the ball at the coalface and runs hard.

HARRY FRANCIS (Glenelg) Ruckman/forward, 18, 195cm, 80kg​

Athletic big man rucked for Glenelg’s under-18s this year but, at 195cm, he probably won’t be able to do that effectively at the next level. But he is a real athlete who can use his combination of height and mobility to his advantage. Has yet to regularly showcase his marking ability as a forward but is clean below his knees and efficient with ball in hand. Displayed his athleticism at the state draft combine by winning the running vertical leap with a height of 95cm while producing a strong leap of 69cm in the standing vertical jump.
What they say: “Played a couple of good games with us and some strong games of school footy. He rucked for us but he probably – because of his height – won’t ruck at the next level, so it will be interesting to see what happens there. But he’s an athlete, which gives him a good opportunity (to be drafted).’’ – Glenelg talent manager Darren Trevena.

OSCAR TALBOT (West Adelaide) Key defender, 18, 195cm, 83kg​

An excellent one-on-one defender who reads the ball very well. Is an elite decision-maker who was an All-Australian full back at under-16 level. He is a really nice size and very quick for a big man, which enables him to stay close to his opponent. Is also a good intercept player, using his height to his advantage.
What they say: “Oscar had a much improved year. He was the All-Australian under-16 full back a couple of years ago before dropping off a little bit last year for a variety of reasons. But this year he was able to get back to simplifying his game to what he does really well, which is being a very tough lockdown defender who competes very well one-on-one and rarely gets beaten. He got back to what we know he can do, which was nice.’’ – West head of football and talent Paul Streatfield.

LUCA SLADE (Sturt) Midfielder, 17, 182cm, 70kg​

Son of eight-times Central premiership midfielder Matthew Slade, Luca is a versatile midfielder who makes good decisions with the ball, often showing coolness to wait and finding the right target by hand or foot. Is a very clean player, particularly under pressure at ground level, which allows him to bring other players into the game. A natural inside midfielder, he developed his forward craft in the second half of the season. Performed well in the state draft combine, finishing in the top three in the 20m sprint (3.044 seconds), agility test (8.407 seconds) and 2km time trial (6 minutes 17 seconds).
What they say: “He’s super competitive and has a great workrate, along with a high football IQ. Is able to find the football and use it effectively.’’ – Sturt football manager Chris Trapp.

PATRICK WECKERT (Woodville-West Torrens) Key forward, 18, 194cm, 90kg​

The strong-marking key forward entered the season as one of SA’s top draft hopes after turning his back on a promising cricket career (as a fast bowler) to focus on football. Started the year in the Eagles’ league team but struggled to make an impact and performed below expectations at the AFL under-18 national championships. However he finished the year strongly, kicking five goals in a reserves semi-final against Central when he took six strong marks. State under-18 coach Tony Bamford noted how Weckert “approaches the game in a physical manner’’.
What they say: “Pat didn’t have the season he would have liked or expected after his strong finish to 2022 but not having a full pre-season (because of cricket) didn’t help him with his footy this year. His key attributes are his strength in a marking contest and ability to read the ball in the air. He’s still only an 18-year-old kid who’s been playing against men but I think he needs to work on his craft a bit more, learn how to get some separation from his opponents. That’s his biggest area of development because, being a big, strong country boy he’s been a bit of a bash-and-crash player and I think if he can get that separation he will put himself in the play a lot more.’’ – Eagles talent manager Darren Hams.

LIAM FAWCETT (Central District) Key forward, 18, 198cm, 87kg​

An outstanding talent who can be a difficult match-up for defenders with his ability to lead hard and also take contested marks. He’s athletic, loves to get up the ground and can win plenty of the ball for a big man. Kicked 31 goals from 16 under-18 games this year. Ran a quick 20m sprint at the state draft combine, highlighting his athleticism, but scouts want to see him work a bit harder and apply more defensive pressure.
What they say: “He probably has as much potential as any young, big forward you will see in the game. He just needs to learn his forward craft a bit more and understand what it takes to get to the next level as far as work ethic is concerned. But he has the potential to be a big, dominating forward.’’ – Central football manager Mark Ross

KANE McAULIFFE (North Adelaide) Midfielder, 18, 187cm, 86kg​

North Adelaide’s Kane McAuliffe in action at the AFL national draft combine in Melbourne. Picture: Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty ImagesThe big-bodied, inside midfielder is powerful at stoppages and has the speed to win first possession and burst clear. Illustrated his athletic qualities at the AFL national draft combine by placing in the top 10 of three physical tests – the 20m sprint, where he ran a fast 2.93 seconds, and running (95cm) and vertical (77cm) jumps. He was also the fastest Croweater at the combine in the 2km time trial (6 min, 26 sec). Is a penetrating left-foot kick with the power to break games open.
What they say: “He’s a really powerful athlete who is an excellent left-foot kick. He tested fast in the 20m sprint at the draft combine and while he’s had a few injury problems in the past 12 months he’s been very professional and diligent with his recovery. From Port Augusta, he can play as an inside midfielder or across half-back, where clubs could use his long, penetrating kick to full advantage.’’ – North talent manager Neil Sanders.

TAYLOR GOAD (South Adelaide) Ruckman, 18, 207cm, 92kg​

SA’s biggest draft riser, the giant Panther and former basketballer has gone from, in his own words, “zero to a hundred’’ this year after being talked into playing SANFL after starring in school footy for Westminster. Raw but incredibly athletic and naturally talented, Goad recorded the fastest 20m sprint in the SANFL under-18s this year and tested eighth at the AFL national draft combine with an impressive time of 2.965 seconds. He performed strongly against the country’s best ruckmen in the AFL under-18 championships before playing in the Panthers under-18s premiership team and hauling in three contested marks in the grand final. His development has been rapid and exceptional.
What they say: “He has as much upside as anyone I have ever seen. He’s a big guy who can move really well, having run under three seconds for the 20m sprint at the AFL draft combine, which is amazing for someone his size. For someone who hasn’t been in a SANFL system for very long, he’s come on really well. He is very coachable and is like a sponge in that he soaks everything up. One of the most pleasing things is that you can see him trying to execute whatever you ask of him. And he’s a terrific person.’’ – South talent manager Mark Clayton.

ASHTON MOIR (Glenelg) Medium forward, 18, 188cm, 85kg​

The freakishly-skilled forward started the year as SA’s highest rated draft prospect but he had an uninspiring campaign affected by injury, particularly a hip issue. But you don’t lose your talent overnight and Moir has the supreme class and X-factor that AFL clubs covet. The medium forward can kick equally well with both feet (he’s happy to take set shots on either side of his body from outside 50m), is good at ground level and can jump high and take a grab. On pure talent he is a top-10 candidate with a huge upside.
What they say: “He didn’t have the year he would have liked, with some niggling injuries affecting him, but he’s a class act who has a load of talent and tremendous upside. Whoever gets him will get someone who is really dedicated and will really impact on the main stage. I watched him train at Adelaide as part of the AFL Academy early in the year and he didn’t look out of place, looking very smart and very much like an AFL player. He has the attributes to play at the next level.’’ – Glenelg talent manager Darren Trevena.
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Where did these reviews come from? Looks like that defunct footy newspaper that used to have a great draft edition.
 

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n4nirvana said:
We will be worse than North in a couple of years time.


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This is their draft to really capitalise on IIRC 5 picks in the Top 20 or so.

They have some really good young players so they will get a whole bunch more.

Tough as they need players other than midfielders and there isn't a big KPF available.
 
Holden Hillbilly said:
SA Players that may be available late-rookie:

KOBE RYAN (West Adelaide) Midfielder, 19, 184cm, 75kg​

A crash-and-bash midfielder, the mature-age prospect was considered unlucky not to have been drafted last year or at this year’s mid-season draft. He had a standout season at league level for the Bloods, playing all 18 minor round games and averaging 23 disposals, eight tackles and five clearances. Had a season-high 35 touches against premier Glenelg in Round 10 and finished equal-seventh in the Magarey Medal, polling 17 votes. Lacks some polish but wins the ball at the coalface and runs hard.

HARRY FRANCIS (Glenelg) Ruckman/forward, 18, 195cm, 80kg​

Athletic big man rucked for Glenelg’s under-18s this year but, at 195cm, he probably won’t be able to do that effectively at the next level. But he is a real athlete who can use his combination of height and mobility to his advantage. Has yet to regularly showcase his marking ability as a forward but is clean below his knees and efficient with ball in hand. Displayed his athleticism at the state draft combine by winning the running vertical leap with a height of 95cm while producing a strong leap of 69cm in the standing vertical jump.
What they say: “Played a couple of good games with us and some strong games of school footy. He rucked for us but he probably – because of his height – won’t ruck at the next level, so it will be interesting to see what happens there. But he’s an athlete, which gives him a good opportunity (to be drafted).’’ – Glenelg talent manager Darren Trevena.

OSCAR TALBOT (West Adelaide) Key defender, 18, 195cm, 83kg​

An excellent one-on-one defender who reads the ball very well. Is an elite decision-maker who was an All-Australian full back at under-16 level. He is a really nice size and very quick for a big man, which enables him to stay close to his opponent. Is also a good intercept player, using his height to his advantage.
What they say: “Oscar had a much improved year. He was the All-Australian under-16 full back a couple of years ago before dropping off a little bit last year for a variety of reasons. But this year he was able to get back to simplifying his game to what he does really well, which is being a very tough lockdown defender who competes very well one-on-one and rarely gets beaten. He got back to what we know he can do, which was nice.’’ – West head of football and talent Paul Streatfield.

LUCA SLADE (Sturt) Midfielder, 17, 182cm, 70kg​

Son of eight-times Central premiership midfielder Matthew Slade, Luca is a versatile midfielder who makes good decisions with the ball, often showing coolness to wait and finding the right target by hand or foot. Is a very clean player, particularly under pressure at ground level, which allows him to bring other players into the game. A natural inside midfielder, he developed his forward craft in the second half of the season. Performed well in the state draft combine, finishing in the top three in the 20m sprint (3.044 seconds), agility test (8.407 seconds) and 2km time trial (6 minutes 17 seconds).
What they say: “He’s super competitive and has a great workrate, along with a high football IQ. Is able to find the football and use it effectively.’’ – Sturt football manager Chris Trapp.

PATRICK WECKERT (Woodville-West Torrens) Key forward, 18, 194cm, 90kg​

The strong-marking key forward entered the season as one of SA’s top draft hopes after turning his back on a promising cricket career (as a fast bowler) to focus on football. Started the year in the Eagles’ league team but struggled to make an impact and performed below expectations at the AFL under-18 national championships. However he finished the year strongly, kicking five goals in a reserves semi-final against Central when he took six strong marks. State under-18 coach Tony Bamford noted how Weckert “approaches the game in a physical manner’’.
What they say: “Pat didn’t have the season he would have liked or expected after his strong finish to 2022 but not having a full pre-season (because of cricket) didn’t help him with his footy this year. His key attributes are his strength in a marking contest and ability to read the ball in the air. He’s still only an 18-year-old kid who’s been playing against men but I think he needs to work on his craft a bit more, learn how to get some separation from his opponents. That’s his biggest area of development because, being a big, strong country boy he’s been a bit of a bash-and-crash player and I think if he can get that separation he will put himself in the play a lot more.’’ – Eagles talent manager Darren Hams.

LIAM FAWCETT (Central District) Key forward, 18, 198cm, 87kg​

An outstanding talent who can be a difficult match-up for defenders with his ability to lead hard and also take contested marks. He’s athletic, loves to get up the ground and can win plenty of the ball for a big man. Kicked 31 goals from 16 under-18 games this year. Ran a quick 20m sprint at the state draft combine, highlighting his athleticism, but scouts want to see him work a bit harder and apply more defensive pressure.
What they say: “He probably has as much potential as any young, big forward you will see in the game. He just needs to learn his forward craft a bit more and understand what it takes to get to the next level as far as work ethic is concerned. But he has the potential to be a big, dominating forward.’’ – Central football manager Mark Ross

KANE McAULIFFE (North Adelaide) Midfielder, 18, 187cm, 86kg​

North Adelaide’s Kane McAuliffe in action at the AFL national draft combine in Melbourne. Picture: Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty ImagesThe big-bodied, inside midfielder is powerful at stoppages and has the speed to win first possession and burst clear. Illustrated his athletic qualities at the AFL national draft combine by placing in the top 10 of three physical tests – the 20m sprint, where he ran a fast 2.93 seconds, and running (95cm) and vertical (77cm) jumps. He was also the fastest Croweater at the combine in the 2km time trial (6 min, 26 sec). Is a penetrating left-foot kick with the power to break games open.
What they say: “He’s a really powerful athlete who is an excellent left-foot kick. He tested fast in the 20m sprint at the draft combine and while he’s had a few injury problems in the past 12 months he’s been very professional and diligent with his recovery. From Port Augusta, he can play as an inside midfielder or across half-back, where clubs could use his long, penetrating kick to full advantage.’’ – North talent manager Neil Sanders.

TAYLOR GOAD (South Adelaide) Ruckman, 18, 207cm, 92kg​

SA’s biggest draft riser, the giant Panther and former basketballer has gone from, in his own words, “zero to a hundred’’ this year after being talked into playing SANFL after starring in school footy for Westminster. Raw but incredibly athletic and naturally talented, Goad recorded the fastest 20m sprint in the SANFL under-18s this year and tested eighth at the AFL national draft combine with an impressive time of 2.965 seconds. He performed strongly against the country’s best ruckmen in the AFL under-18 championships before playing in the Panthers under-18s premiership team and hauling in three contested marks in the grand final. His development has been rapid and exceptional.
What they say: “He has as much upside as anyone I have ever seen. He’s a big guy who can move really well, having run under three seconds for the 20m sprint at the AFL draft combine, which is amazing for someone his size. For someone who hasn’t been in a SANFL system for very long, he’s come on really well. He is very coachable and is like a sponge in that he soaks everything up. One of the most pleasing things is that you can see him trying to execute whatever you ask of him. And he’s a terrific person.’’ – South talent manager Mark Clayton.

ASHTON MOIR (Glenelg) Medium forward, 18, 188cm, 85kg​

The freakishly-skilled forward started the year as SA’s highest rated draft prospect but he had an uninspiring campaign affected by injury, particularly a hip issue. But you don’t lose your talent overnight and Moir has the supreme class and X-factor that AFL clubs covet. The medium forward can kick equally well with both feet (he’s happy to take set shots on either side of his body from outside 50m), is good at ground level and can jump high and take a grab. On pure talent he is a top-10 candidate with a huge upside.
What they say: “He didn’t have the year he would have liked, with some niggling injuries affecting him, but he’s a class act who has a load of talent and tremendous upside. Whoever gets him will get someone who is really dedicated and will really impact on the main stage. I watched him train at Adelaide as part of the AFL Academy early in the year and he didn’t look out of place, looking very smart and very much like an AFL player. He has the attributes to play at the next level.’’ – Glenelg talent manager Darren Trevena.
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Moir, Goad, McAuliffe, Fawcett, Slade and Weckert all look impressive.
But are any likely to be there at pick 73 (or whatever that pick ends up being)?
 
VineValerian said:
Moir, Goad, McAuliffe, Fawcett, Slade and Weckert all look impressive.
But are any likely to be there at pick 73 (or whatever that pick ends up being)?
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Pick 73 will become a pick in the 50s. Very unlikely Moir, McAuliffe or Goad will be there but Virgo Visentini (Ruck) and Liam Fawcett (SA KPP) will be around the mark at this stage.

Most likely rookie list Jed Hagan from our Magpies team finished 3rd in the B&F as the replacement for Fantasia.
 
Not sure we need anymore talls. Need some small forwards
 

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Not sure we need anymore talls. Need some small forwards

Macca19 said:
ORLANDO TURNER (Norwood) Small forward, 18, 176cm, 67kg


Exciting Northern Territory product moved to Adelaide to board at Rostrevor College and play at Norwood. An AFL Academy player who is a Melbourne NGA prospect, he played an important role for the Allies in their breakthrough AFL under-18 championships title this year. Turner is quick and classy and loves kicking a goal. He was the academy’s only multiple goalkicker in its clash against Carlton’s VFL side this year, shining as a small forward and then on the wing.
What they say: “He’s an explosive, quick medium forward who has pace to burn. He’s a good finisher on the run and plays a bit like (Melbourne’s) Kysaiah Pickett.’’ – Norwood talent manager Craig Roberts.
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WILL ROWLANDS (Norwood) Forward/midfielder, 18, 180cm, 75kg
Explosive, powerfully-built small forward/midfielder who is strong in the core and an outstanding kick. He can regularly roost goals from outside 50m and loves to take big marks and outmuscle opponents in one-on-one marking contests like his idol, GWS’s Toby Greene. Not overly quick but very classy. From the NT, Rowlands played 10 under-18s and one reserves game for Norwood this year and was a key member of the Allies’ historic AFL under-18 national championships win.
What they say: “Will’s an explosive, powerful small forward/midfielder who has X-factor qualities that many others don’t. He has good hands, is a very long kick and can take a big pack mark. He has the talent to aspire to be like Toby Greene.’’ – Norwood talent manager Craig Roberts.

LOCH RAWLINSON (Sturt) Forward/midfielder, 18, 177cm, 69kg​

The clever ball-winner and fast-rising draft prospect is lightning-quick and clean and makes things happen when pushing forward from the midfield. Can play in the centre square, on a wing or in attack and looks most dangerous when swooping on loose balls. His blistering speed was illustrated at the SA state draft combine when he won the 20m sprint in a time of 2.894 seconds. Rawlinson caught the eye of AFL talent guru Kevin Sheehan at the state combine. “He looked quick and he plays quick too,” Sheehan said. “He’s a fall of the ball player up forward, a thumping long kick and that little X-factor with his speed gives him a chance.”
What they say: “He’s looming as our best draft hope. There’s been a fair bit of interest in him from AFL clubs because of the way he plays and his AFL attributes, with his speed, agility, competitiveness, workrate and ability to hit the scoreboard.’’ – Sturt football manager Chris Trapp.

JACK DELEAN (South Adelaide) Small forward, 18, 182cm, 77kg​

South’s jack-in-the-box small forward has plenty of tricks and knows where the goals are. He steps up to whatever level he plays, kicking two goals in each of his three league games this year, which illustrated his quality. Is a class act who can turn a game in the blink of an eye and had two four-goal games for SA at this year’s AFL under-18 national championships. His ability to hit the scoreboard was highlighted by his 53 majors in 20 games across all levels. The AFL Academy member is not only good on the ground but can take a strong aerial grab, although his endurance has been questioned.
What they say: “Jack’s very talented and finds a way to kick goals. He can mark well for his size and he has decent speed. He’s very dangerous around goal and doesn’t need much space to make a scoreboard impact. He coped really well with league footy, which is a real sign that he can play at the highest level.’’ – South talent manager Mark Clayton.
 
VineValerian said:
Moir, Goad, McAuliffe, Fawcett, Slade and Weckert all look impressive.
But are any likely to be there at pick 73 (or whatever that pick ends up being)?
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Moir will not fall any further than Collingwoods 2nd pick if he gets past the Crows.

Slade a real chance.

Weckert we have alleged interest in will be there.

Fawcett will be there.

Goad is a very long term prospect.
Could happen. [emoji848]
 
Think there will be some value there late in the draft. With smaller numbers expected to be drafted in total, there is going to be some unlucky players. In similiar vein to the kobe Ryan year , there will be speculative picks available. Do you pick for an immediate need or punt on a longer term high risk high reward type ie a big gangly tall skinny athletic kpf, kpd type.
 
A bit of Orlando Turner.

He can do the ridiculous and is going to have a pretty decent highlights package once they put it together. Eddie Betts was a late rookie pick? Charlie Cameron a late rookie pick? Tyson Stengle likewise. Nobody wanted Willie Rioli?



 
Cooper Simpson

One that could slip through the cracks due to losing a bit of season though injury.

Range 20-40 pick at present but that easily becomes 50 on the night.

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Cooper Simpson Draft Profile

Dandenong Stingrays co-captain Cooper Simpson is a clean and quick midfielder who hits the scoreboard and has noted leadership qualities.
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