Recommitted Zach Merrett [Re-Signed til 2027]

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If he leaves I reckon it is to Bulldogs or Carlton. Get him somewhere with the inside bulls to help him out.

Here's a hypothetical to assume each player's worth.

If Merritt was to be traded to the Dogs and Dunkley to the Bombers, what would a trade be worth to even things up?

 

[Northernsoul74]

Here's a hypothetical to assume each player's worth.

If Merritt was to be traded to the Dogs and Dunkley to the Bombers, what would a trade be worth to even things up?

One would be a RFA and one contracted but really depends on the year Dunkley has.

 

[JayJ20]

If he leaves I reckon it is to Bulldogs or Carlton. Get him somewhere with the inside bulls to help him out.

Can't see Bulldogs going for him.

Hawthorn, Carlton, Port and Geelong are the main players IMO. Melbourne possibly as well.

Collingwood will try, but they don't have the cap space.

 

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One would be a RFA and one contracted but really depends on the year Dunkley has.

That's why I said if it was a hypothetical trade.

Just interested to see what supporters thought their worth was when lined up together.

 

[ScragCity]

That's why I said if it was a hypothetical trade.

Just interested to see what supporters thought their worth was when lined up together.

Pretty similar value imo. Merrett has had a better career but in my admittedly biased opinion I think Dunkley has a higher ceiling. His big body and his contested marking are points of difference that not many midfielders have. So all things considered I'd say they'd be close to equal in trade value. This is all hypothetical though, if the Dogs were going to trade Dunkley they'd be looking to bolster their defence.

 

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Pretty similar value imo. Merrett has had a better career but in my admittedly biased opinion I think Dunkley has a higher ceiling. His big body and his contested marking are points of difference that not many midfielders have. So all things considered I'd say they'd be close to equal in trade value. This is all hypothetical though, if the Dogs were going to trade Dunkley they'd be looking to bolster their defence.

I haven't seen nearly enough footy to get a gauge on each player so thanks for your thoughts.

 

[TheKITC]

Here's a hypothetical to assume each player's worth.

If Merritt was to be traded to the Dogs and Dunkley to the Bombers, what would a trade be worth to even things up?

- If a trade is done in 2021, considering their contract statii, I'd think Essendon would need to add a 2nd rounder to the deal. Pick 25ish. Merrett could be gotten for free (theoretically) and Dunkley has a year remaining on his contract.

- If we ignore contracts and the clubs they are both currently attached to (their needs/salary cap etc.)... Merrett is worth more and would probably need a decent pick upgrade or a pick in the low 30s attached.

IMO

 

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[Northernsoul74]

Lol


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More quality input from yourself.

 

[TylerDurden]

I wouldn't, with Mitchell and O'Meara on the inside he wouldn't need to carry the load.

I reckon he'd add a bit to the mix. A midfield of Mitchell, Merrett, OMeara, and Worpel is pretty solid.

 

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More quality input from yourself.

These are my feelings of the thoughts and comments I’ve read in this thread.

One would almost think playing for Essendon was a detriment, lucky the real world has a grip on reality.

Dunkley v Merrett? Essendon adding on top for Josh is one of the most laughable things I’ve read on here for a little while.


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I reckon he'd add a bit to the mix. A midfield of Mitchell, Merrett, OMeara, and Worpel is pretty solid.

And a downgrade to who he is already playing with imho.

Mitchell clearly the standout player but O’Meara is no better than Shiel whilst McGrath has Worpell covered quite easily.


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[boncer34]

And a downgrade to who he is already playing with imho.

Mitchell clearly the standout player but O’Meara is no better than Shiel whilst McGrath has Worpell covered quite easily.


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Mitchell would be our best mid.

The difference between the rest of the group's is negligible.

 

[La Dispute]

And a downgrade to who he is already playing with imho.

Mitchell clearly the standout player but O’Meara is no better than Shiel whilst McGrath has Worpell covered quite easily.

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Not like-for-like players, but I’d take Worpel over McGrath.

The midfield’s are pretty even overall.

 

[HairyO]

Can't see Bulldogs going for him.

Hawthorn, Carlton, Port and Geelong are the main players IMO. Melbourne possibly as well.

Collingwood will try, but they don't have the cap space.

Id say the Pies do now. Given their fire sale.

 

[TylerDurden]

And a downgrade to who he is already playing with imho.

Mitchell clearly the standout player but O’Meara is no better than Shiel whilst McGrath has Worpell covered quite easily.


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McGrath has Worpel covered?? Right. Bloke won a BnF as a 20 year old in his 2nd year at Hawthorn.

 

[boncer34]

McGrath has Worpel covered?? Right. Bloke won a BnF as a 20 year old in his 2nd year at Hawthorn.

2019 Worpel I'd take over 2019 McGrath no question.

2020 versions I'd take McGrath though.

Interested to see how 2021 plays out, Worpel looked lost playing #2 at times.

 

[TylerDurden]

2019 Worpel I'd take over 2019 McGrath no question.

2020 versions I'd take McGrath though.

Interested to see how 2021 plays out, Worpel looked lost playing #2 at times.

Yes, struggled when Mitchell's head was in the trough first, most of the time.

 

[boncer34]

Yes, struggled when Mitchell's head was in the trough first, most of the time.

If McGraths trajectory continues upwards, and he's the one Essendon player I'm probably bullish on, than Worpel may struggle to keep pace if he doesn't get over that.

He may very well do so though, he's what 22 this season? Plenty of times to add strings to the bow.

 

[Jcpdragonx]

It's blatantly obvious the best fit for Merrett is the Saints.

 

[aussierulesrules]

It's blatantly obvious the best fit for Merrett is the Saints.

Would have thought this was pretty damn close to the truth.

A lot of boxes ticked from both sides (as long as we go well again this year).

 

[Mofra]

It's blatantly obvious the best fit for Merrett is the Saints.

Absolutely.
I suspect with Carlisle in his last season they'll be able to make room for him in the cap, they have inside mids sorted so Merrett could probably play his best style of football at the Saints.

 

[Milanista28]

It's blatantly obvious the best fit for Merrett is the Saints.

I think Port, walks into the Boak role, easiet transition ever.

 

[robbo1981]

I think Port, walks into the Boak role, easiet transition ever.

Hope your right although Boak has another yr to run Merrett would be my no 1 Targett .

 

[aussierulesrules]

I think Port, walks into the Boak role, easiet transition ever.

Is there anything to indicate that he wants to leave his home state and his family and friends when there would be a queue of teams in his own state who want him?