2021 AFL Draft Chris Doerre 10 questions before the AFL Draft

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There is only one week left until 2021 AFL The draft kicks off, and with it, many questions arise regarding the depth of this year’s class, potential late-round steals and how your club might fare overall.

Here are 10 key topics and questions to watch out for with the two-night event just around the corner.

How premium is this year’s AFL Draft?

There is clearly a top two in the highly prized Jason Horne-Francis and the father-son prospect from Collingwood Nick daicos, who would almost certainly be among the favorites of the last selections as midfielders who can injure opposing teams in front of the center. Some may lump together the father-son of the rapidly developing Western Bulldogs Sam darcy with them given the value premium often given to quality tops. After that trio, however, there is a combination of high risk, high reward, and safer but lower cap prospects that will fill the remainder of the first round. Given that, after those early names, the top-end of this year’s draft can be considered below par. There is a higher than normal probability of failures in the first round, while it is also likely that there are fewer stars at the start of the draft than we have seen in recent years.

How far does this draft go?

This draft is one of the most regular in recent years, and its regularity is accompanied by a solid depth. In most projects, there is usually a strong pool of prospects in the top 30.

This year there is an even squad after those early caps which goes all the way up to 40. Given that, the second round picks could put clubs in an ideal position in this draft, with few separate players expected to feature. in the first round from among those likely to be selected in the second round. Junior talent aside – and despite the additional preseason selection period and mid-season draft reducing the pool of mature talent available at the end of the year – there are still several capable adults left, only improving the depth of this draft.

Which clubs have the strongest draft hand?

Holding picks 1, 20, 42 and 47 in the top 50, there wouldn’t be a club in the competition that wouldn’t trade their draft hand for North Melbourne. Richmond also has one of the most attractive draft hands, holding picks 7, 15, 26, 27 and 28 in the top 30. With their concentration of picks in the top 30, with a good talent ID, Richmond should be able to add several qualities young pieces this year.

Fremantle has the most picks in the top 10 and top 20, holding picks 8, 10 and 19. The Dockers hope the high concentration of top picks will help them complement their already existing powerful young core. Geelong is also well positioned, with 22, 30, 32 and 34 picks all concentrated in what appears to be the sweet spot for value this year. If the Cats keep their combination of choice, they could benefit as they did in 2009 from having picks in the right places in the draft if their ID talent is in place.

Who are the potential father-son selections, and where could they be taken?

Nick daicos (son of Peter) and Sam darcy (son of Luke) are the two grandfather-sons of Collingwood and Western Bulldogs respectively. The pair will be selected in the top five this year and could attract bids as high as the No.2 selection at Grand Western Sydney. Jase Burgoyne (son of Peter), Taj Woewodin (son of Shane) and Jackson archer (Glenn’s son) were named by Port Adelaide, Melbourne and North Melbourne respectively, but they are unlikely to attract any bids in the first half of the draft.

Jason Horne-Francis should be selected first, but who are some of these next names?

Except father-son Nick daicos and Sam darcy who are sure to attract offers soon after the selection of Horne-Francis, Jye amiss, Mac André, Finn callaghan, Daniel Erasmus, Josh gibcus, Josh goater, Ben hobbs, Matthew Johnson, Josh rachele, Josh sinn, Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera and Josh ward should be among the next chosen players.

Who increased their draft stocks during the Under-19s?

Midfielder trio from Western Australia Angus sheldrick, Matthew Johnson and Kade Dittmar were collectively the reason their side went undefeated and convincingly won the midfield battle in their matches against South Australia.

Johnson is expected to be in the first round and is in the top 10 in conversations, while Sheldrick is likely in the second or third round and Dittmar seems a likely later pick. Playing his best football of the year in defense, Jacob Van Rooyen, who mainly played as a key striker, looked even better on defense and should feature late in the first or early second round thanks to his solid performances. The best of South Australia in the Under-19 Championships, Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera solidified their position as a first round pick and enter the mix thanks to their sleek playing. Becoming one of the best rebounding defensemen in this year’s draft, Lord of AlastairThe dynamic line-breaking run and the use of the ball at the foot stood out and put him in the conversation of the second round. Featuring the Allies in their match against South Australia, Ronald fejo jr with his speed, silky skills, and impact per possession increased the likelihood that he would be picked as a result of his abnormal play.

Whose draft stocks plummeted during the Under-19s?

One of the big names heading to the Under-19 Championships, Matthew Roberts was unable to exert his influence during the championships and was largely beaten by midfielders from Western Australia. Given that, he’s now considered likely to land somewhere in the second or third round. Despite a dominant year in the WAFL Colts as a winning midfielder, Joshua Browne had limited opportunity in the midfield due to the priority given to others. His draft stocks have taken a hit and Browne is now seen as a possible late draft consideration after being more touted earlier in the season.

Who are the Academy and Next-Generation Academy (NGA) players likely to be chosen in the mix?

Gold Coast has already secured Bodhi uwland and Sandy Brock as pre-listed rookies under AFL concessions awarded at the end of 2019. Prospect Melbourne NGA Mac André is likely to attract a Top 10 auction. Under the new NGA rules, however, Melbourne will not be able to match offers, as offers placed on NGA prospects in the top 20 are not eligible. Fremantle hopes for an offer for Jesse motlop comes after Pick 40 due to newly introduced rules that require Metropolitan Native players to be bid after Pick 40 to be matched. Unfortunately for the Dockers, that seems unlikely with clubs as high as the latter part of the first round supposedly considering Motlop. Defender of Greater Western Sydney Academy JOsh Fahey should be offered after their 13 pick, which will allow the Giants to select two high-end talents before matching offers. St Kilda remains a hopeful member of the NGA Mitch owens exceeds pick 20. Owens being seen by clubs as a late pick in the first or second round, there is a risk that the Saints will not be able to match the offers. The Saints have a second perspective in Marcus Windhager. Windhager did not generate interest in the first round but is likely to attract a second or third round offer that the Saints are expected to match. Emerging as an athletic key striker and ruckman, Eric Benning, which is part of Fremantle’s Next Generation Academy, is likely to attract a bid, although Dockers should have no problem matching.

Who are the most likely middle-aged recruits?

Leeks, Charlie Dean, Noah Pegoraro, Ronald fejo jr, Casey voss, Bailey rogers, Greg clark and Felix Flockhart are among the middle-aged candidates most likely to be selected in this year’s draft. Alleer, Dean and Pegoraro have impressed and enjoyed breakout seasons as key SANFL, VFL and WAFL defenders respectively. On the road, Fejo caught the eye of draft watchers with his elite reel while Voss, the son of coach Carlton Michael, had a stellar season in defense. Rogers has become the first non-AFL midfielder and striker while fellow West Australian midfielder Greg Clark is another midfielder who has had a solid season and continues to grow. As a ruckman, Flockhart’s mobility has drawn attention and could see him join an AFL roster in 2022.

How does the 2022 draft compare to this year’s draft and should my club trade there?

The main advantages of the 2022 draft, as it appears at this point, is that it is likely to be a stronger top 20, giving clubs a greater opportunity at the top of the draft to add key high-level attackers. quality. The 20-40 range in 2022, however, is unlikely to turn out as deep or have as many quality midfielders or defenders as can be found in this year’s pool, which is the strongest force. decisive factor in this year’s draft.

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