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Draft pick 41 - Ollie Murphy

Fremantle have selected Ollie Murphy with pick 41 in the 2023 AFL Draft

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[pK75]

McDonald is only 27. Be interesting to see if he gets games or is purely here for depth.

Would take a bit of a shuffle of roles. If we are intent on moving Chapman up to a wing, I can definitely see McDonald getting a game as the second tall with cox moving to the intercept role, or cox moving to 3rd tall and Ryan playing the intercept role, I do worry that Pearce, McDonald, Cox and Ryan could be too slow. Haven’t seen much of McDonald though.

Edit: there we definitely games Pearce should have sat out this year though, so a reliable KPD depth player could have played 10-12 games this year.

 

[theGav56]

Would take a bit of a shuffle of roles. If we are intent on moving Chapman up to a wing, I can definitely see McDonald getting a game as the second tall with cox moving to the intercept role, or cox moving to 3rd tall and Ryan playing the intercept role, I do worry that Pearce, McDonald, Cox and Ryan could be too slow. Haven’t seen much of McDonald though.

Edit: there we definitely games Pearce should have sat out this year though, so a reliable KPD depth player could have played 10-12 games this year.

Just looking at Ollie Murphy I doubt he will come on fast.

There's a bit of flack being thrown at Davies by some posters (and some of the comments about MacDonald if we trade for him) but the reality is most big fellas need time.

 

[freo1997]

This guy will ask for a trade in a couple of years. “Not sure purple suits me”

“Have I been to Perth…ummm not sure. Maybe?”

Looks miserable coming out of the airport.

We will put the typical A class development into him then he’s off.

 

[freo_leo29]

Everyone in the room did look more excited than him on draft night tbh

 

[freo1997]

Everyone in the room did look more excited than him on draft night tbh

Looks like he comes from a close knit family too.

 

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CAL CUMMINS 21/11/2023

Murphy is set for the big time in 2024. (Image: AFL)
Ollie Murphy is Fremantle’s newest key defender, after being selected at pick 41 in Tuesday night’s second round of the AFL Draft.
Standing at a staggering 200cm tall, Murphy loomed as one of the better key position players in this years AFL Draft as he looks to transfer his skill set into Dockers colours.
Murphy averaged 11.3 disposals, almost five marks, four rebound 50s and four contested possessions per game.
His efforts were rewarded with a highly decorated CV for 2023, including being named in the Coates League Team of the Year and claimed Vic Metro’s MVP.
Murphy spoke to Fox Footy after his selection detailing his excitement and what he has learnt in 2023.
“It’s a relief to hear your name called out,” Murphy said, “and It’s an exciting factor moving (to Perth).”
“As a defender I’ve learned to be resilient especially when forwards out-mark you and kick a couple goals, so resilience is something I’ve learned.”

He was then asked if there was any inspirations he had growing up.
“As a Saints fan, Nick Riewoldt is someone I model my game around,” he said.

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Speaking exclusively to House of Footy before the draft, Murphy highlighted the prospect of being on an AFL list.
“I had a bit of interest and it is good to see that the hard work gets your name out there to the clubs.”
“I don’t feel as much pressure for ‘the big moments’, more so that I don’t want to let my teammates down, that’s what gives me the extra lift.”
“Getting picked is a dream come true, the one thing I want to develop at AFL level is maturity. It is a big jump, but I’m ready for that challenge.”
“If it was to be interstate, I’m ready for that new and exciting challenge.”

The 18-year-old strengths feature in his endurance, overhead marking, and efficiency with the ball given his 200cm frame.
“I feel as though I’m an endurance runner and play to me strengths with my aerial competitiveness.” he said.
“I also feel strong in one-on-one defence and spoiling the ball down to ground level.”
“Rob Harding (Sandringham Dragons Head Coach) really emphasised the message of ‘play to your strengths’, so I look to embed those into my game”
“You play footy in areas your good at, and those individual roles is what will bring team success.”
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[CapitalA]

I think we got stitched up on the height measurement, doesn't look close to 200cm tall.

 

[Deathly]

What do you we think we'll get for him from Carlton?

 

[s_wd6]

This guy will ask for a trade in a couple of years. “Not sure purple suits me”

“Have I been to Perth…ummm not sure. Maybe?”

Looks miserable coming out of the airport.

We will put the typical A class development into him then he’s off.

I’ve been saying the same thing. Him and Simpson is giving very much Cerra vs Brayshaw

 

[millsy]

I’ve been saying the same thing. Him and Simpson is giving very much Cerra vs Brayshaw

Different risk profile at pick 41 to be fair. He may be a significant flight risk (no idea either way) but if we think he's clearly the best prospect on the table we take him at that pick don't we?

 

[Joao]

The more I've seen of him the more I think he's off in 2 years or at best 4.

Who knows, he might mature.

 

[theGav56]

The more I've seen of him the more I think he's off in 2 years or at best 4.

Who knows, he might mature.

He likely won't even debut in that timeframe, so I'm not sure why a club would come after him having already passed in this draft.

 

[freo1997]

He likely won't even debut in that timeframe, so I'm not sure why a club would come after him having already passed in this draft.

He Clearly doesn’t seem invested coming over. When he said “not sure purple suits me” either he’s a dumbass or hates that we picked him up.

Possibly was passed by other clubs due to his unprofessional view on his potential footy career.

The fact he said what he said and couldn’t even remember if he’s been to Perth or not…needs to switch on. I know he’s only 18 but you need to mature quickly in this system.

 

[theGav56]

He Clearly doesn’t seem invested coming over. When he said “not sure purple suits me” either he’s a dumbass or hates that we picked him up.

Possibly was passed by other clubs due to his unprofessional view on his potential footy career.

The fact he said what he said and couldn’t even remember if he’s been to Perth or not…needs to switch on. I know he’s only 18 but you need to mature quickly in this system.

All fine bagging him with conjecture, but if you are correct our recruitments due diligence is the issue.

 

[Taylor]

I think his marking and ball reading could see him work in a third tall role, his ball distribution isn't too bad either.

For clarity, I'm not saying he would be first choice for it but if he were to debut and take a handful of impressive marks and get a rising star nomination for it - thats the time to have the two year extension on the table, since not signing it would mean we can swap him for Collard end of the year.

 

[Jezzitizle]

Let’s see if what he says once he settles in and becomes mates with some of the players.

It’s a big change to move across the country for someone that age.

Who knows what was in his mind, maybe his mrs has been freaking out about him going interstate, maybe he loves it but isn’t that well spoken.

Onus is on the club now to make it an environment people want to stay in.

 

[MadMac]

I listened to his old man’s interview with Healy and Kane just before the draft, while he was all diplomatic it definitely came out as a strong expectation that he would remain in Victoria.
I understand some young fellas can be overwhelmed and it obviously can be a big deal moving across the country but can’t help but notice big differences in reaction from him compared to the other two.
My gut feeling is he’ll ask for a trade home in 2-3 years

 

[Rooster9]

Purple doesn't suit me either, that doesn't mean I wouldn't jump at the chance to play AFL for the Dockers after being overlooked for 40 picks.

Other than his post draft interview, what has he done to give you guys those vibes?

 

[freodog]

I think we got stitched up on the height measurement, doesn't look close to 200cm tall.

Yeh could be just the camera angle but Longmuir is supposed to be 196cm

 

[mattis117]

Yeh could be just the camera angle but Longmuir is supposed to be 196cm

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Shoes possibly and posture.

 

[Docker82]

Purple doesn't suit me either, that doesn't mean I wouldn't jump at the chance to play AFL for the Dockers after being overlooked for 40 picks.

Other than his post draft interview, what has he done to give you guys those vibes?

If I didn’t support Freo there’s a pretty good chance I’d have never worn purple in my life tbh.

 

[Carnthedockers]

Not gonna lie, my body language alarm is going off.

 

[Carnthedockers]

Yeh could be just the camera angle but Longmuir is supposed to be 196cm

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The postman must have been tall..

 

[Rooster9]

His Mum and his Dad have seemed genuinely happy for him, so hopefully he settles in well.

 

[Dockernut]

Not gonna lie, my body language alarm is going off.

Young Vic Metro kid who has never been here drafted to a club with a history of mediocrity, he may take some time.