Analysis Rusty's 2024 Player List and Stats

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Round 2 - Pre Match List Update​

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Corey Warner will run out for the first time this AFL season with senior coach John Longmire making just one change to his lineup. The Sydney Swans will face Essendon at the SCG this Saturday night in the hopes of securing a third consecutive win.

The versatile Robbie Fox will sit out of this week's clash with the Bombers due to a minor calf injury.

Warner was recruited with pick 40 of the 2021 AFL Draft and made his debut in Round 5 of the 2023 season kicking a goal against Richmond. He made two more appearances last season in Round 11 and Round 18.

The Swans have enjoyed a strong start to 2024 with convincing wins over Melbourne and Collingwood. Despite the impressive efforts against two top sides, Longmire is not underestimating a strong Bombers outfit. Sydney Swans

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Round 2 - Pre Match List Update​

List Update​

Corey Warner will run out for the first time this AFL season with senior coach John Longmire making just one change to his lineup. The Sydney Swans will face Essendon at the SCG this Saturday night in the hopes of securing a third consecutive win.

The versatile Robbie Fox will sit out of this week's clash with the Bombers due to a minor calf injury.

Warner was recruited with pick 40 of the 2021 AFL Draft and made his debut in Round 5 of the 2023 season kicking a goal against Richmond. He made two more appearances last season in Round 11 and Round 18.

The Swans have enjoyed a strong start to 2024 with convincing wins over Melbourne and Collingwood. Despite the impressive efforts against two top sides, Longmire is not underestimating a strong Bombers outfit. Sydney Swans

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This really highlights how quickly injuries can affect your 22. Almost all midfield depth is gone.

It also highlights the importance of having players who can play multiple positions
 

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Round 2 - Post Match List Update​


Scoring​

Good to see scores for 2 consecutive weeks above 100 points.

Injury - Early Prognosis​

Cunningham is recovering well after being concussed against Essendon but he will miss the clash with the Tigers. Adams and Fox both face fitness tests before Sunday, although Adams might not be rushed back given he'll only recommence team training this week. Parker's broken arm will be re-assessed by a specialist again in two weeks. - Martin Smith

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Callipygian said:
Great that we're scoring, but disappointing that we let in over 100 points too. Lots of goals is more entertaining but I think Horse would like it better if we knocked 50 points off each side.
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I think I commented something similar in another thread, but Essendon were perhaps always going to be a problem for us scoreboard-wise. They score quite heavily from centre bounces and centre bounces are probably the one area of the game we're not doing so well at the moment.

Maybe it's actually a positive that we managed to play our own game and rather comfortably beat a side that theoretically could've posed real problems for us.
 

Round 3 - Post Match List Update​


Injury - Early Prognosis​

Rampe is set to be out for up to a month after suffering a hamstring injury against the Tigers. Adams played two-and-a-half quarters in the VFL last week and coach John Longmire has indicated he'll make his AFL debut for the club if he gets through training this week. Cunningham is a test as he progresses through concussion protocols, while midfielders Parker and Sheldrick are closing in on full fitness. Reid only played a half in the VFL last week due to a tight quad as he continues to work back to top fitness. Jack Buller should be considered for selection this week after missing the opening weeks of the season. - Martin Smith
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Round 4 - Pre Match List Update​

Sydney ruckman Brodie Grundy is relishing his looming reunion with Taylor Adams when the "contested animal" makes his debut for the Swans.
Adams will return from a knee injury and appear in Swans colours with Grundy in Saturday's Gather Round clash against West Coast in Mount Barker in the Adelaide Hills.
Grundy and Adams formed an at-times dominant partnership when both were at Collingwood, and the ruckman is keen for a rapid reprise.

"We haven't connected on-field for a while now, 12 months or so, longer," Grundy told reporters on Friday.
"But yeah, obviously we have some history there and played some good footy together.
"I'm looking forward to having him in the midfield, for sure.
"He has been waiting a little while now, he's super excited.
"He has played over 200 games and what he brings to our midfield, that experienced head, he's a contested animal who loves to compete.
"I'm sure the Swans fans are going to enjoy what he has to bring tomorrow."

Adams has overcome a knee injury, while Harry Cunningham returns from concussion suffered in a Peter Wright blow that earnt the Essendon forward a four-game ban.
The duo replace hamstring victim Dane Rampe and the axed Corey Warner.

Caleb Mitchell is the sub.


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Round 4 - Post Match List Update​

With no fresh injuries from the win over West Coast, the Swans head into the bye in reasonably good health. Parker could be back for the game against Gold Coast in round six, while Sheldrick should also be back to full fitness by then. Rampe will miss the Suns game but should be ready to face the Hawks in round seven or the Giants the week after. - Martin Smith

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Round 5 - Post Bye List Update​

Injury - Early Prognosis​

Parker is still another week away, at least, after breaking his arm in the pre-season, while Rampe will also miss again as he recovers from a hamstring issue. There's still no exact timeframe for Mills, with the club saying only he'll be back mid-season. - Martin Smith

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Round 6 - Pre Game List Update​


After a bye in Round 5 the Sydney Swans are back at the SCG this Sunday when they go head-to-head with the Gold Coast Suns. Senior coach John Longmire has confirmed his final 22 with Sam Wicks to return.

Brodie Grundy will run out in his 200th career game having made his debut for Collingwood in 2013 while also playey 17 games at Melbourne before joining Sydney this season.

Meanwhile up-and-coming tall forward Logan McDonald will play his 50th career game after he was recruited to the Swans in the 2020 AFL Draft. The 22-year-old has been a key target up forward this season booting 11 majors in five games.

Campbell is the sub.


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Early prognosis​

All eyes at training this week will be on Parker, who will need clearance from a surgeon in order to play his first game of the season after breaking his arm in February. Rampe was an outside chance to play this week but will instead look ahead to the clash against Greater Western Sydney in round eight. Nick Blakey (ankle) and Tom McCartin (knee) were both able to play out the game on Sunday and Lewis Melican was subbed out late after appearing to cop a knock in the final quarter, but all three have been cleared of injuries. – Martin Smith
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Round 7 - Pre Game List Update​

The final team to face Hawthorn at the MCG in Round 7 has been confirmed, with senior coach John Longmire confirming no changes to the line up that secured a 53-point victory over the Gold Coast Suns last week.

While it's good to have stability in the side, Longmire says the side will be striving for a more consistent performance against the Hawks line up who impressed in their 45-point victory over North Melbourne last week.

"It was good last week but we know we've got to go again this week. Our challenge is to put another good one together against the Hawks who played really well last week," Longmire said

"We played probably three quarters of good footy, we dropped away a little bit in the second quarter so we're still striving for that consistency.

"We know the opposition are going to get a run on at some point and play some good footy and I'm sure this week will be the same with that, but we've got to try and reduce those moments and keep concentrating on what we know works, get our defence and our pressure out right and really take it from there."

The red and white will celebrate two milestones this weekend, with 23-year-old midfielder James Rowbottom to play his 100th career game while defender Ollie Florent will play his 100th consecutive game. Rowbottom, who recently signed a four-year contract extension, was originally drafted with pick 25 in 2018, making his debut following year. Florent was recruited to the Swans with pick 11 in the 2016 draft and is on track to play his 150th career games in Round 8.

Campbell the sub again this week.

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Round 7 - Post Game List Update​

Early prognosis​

Parker has pulled up well from his 34-possession game in the VFL on Sunday and looks set to return to the senior side, although he'll have to get through training on Thursday to be declared a certain starter. Rampe will also be a watch at training this week as he looks to return from a hamstring injury. Will Hayward copped a knock on Sunday and is one of a handful of players nursing niggles, but there are no other major injury concerns. – Martin Smith


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Round 8 - Pre Game List Update​

Rampe - In
Campbell - Out
Fox - Sub

Dane Rampe will return to play this weekend when the Sydney Swans clash with GWS in Sydney Derby XXVII.

The veteran defender will be crucial in bolstering the backline against a dangerous Giants outfit. Rampe was sidelined four weeks after sustaining a hamstring strain during our Round 3 clash with Richmond.

Luke Parker will spend another week in the VFL as he continues his return to senior footy. Senior coach John Longmire said that despite his excellent record against the Giants, it's important to set the midfielder up for the rest of the season.

"Parker's got a great record against the Giants, we understand that but he's had nine weeks off," Longmire explained to Sydney Swans Media.

"We want to give him the best chance to play well when he comes back in the team. He's better off playing in the VFL this week to get himself right."

The top-four clash is expected to be hotly contested with both sides in form approaching the mid-season bye. To combat the Giants, Longmire is focussing on the team's strength heading into Round 8.

"We always look at the opposition's strengths and they're doing a lot well," he said.

"Clearly how they're playing at the moment, they're playing great footy. We have to maintain what we know works for us as well."

In other team news, Oliver Florent will run out for his 150th career game and 101st consecutive match. The defender also inked a five-year deal this week, keeping him in red and white until at least 2029.

The now 25-year-old was recruited to the Swans with pick 11 of the 2016 AFL Draft and made his debut in Round 1 of the 2017 season.

The Swans will head into the Sydney Derby with a 16-10 record against the cross-town rivals. It's the first of two meetings this season, the next derby is scheduled for June 22 at GIANTS Stadium.

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Round 8 - Post Game List Update​

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AFL Early prognosis​

McCartin has recovered well after being subbed out against GWS but has entered concussion protocols and will miss Friday night's game against Fremantle. The rest of the squad pulled up well from the Giants game, although a six-day break and the trip west limits recovery time. Mills suffered a calf injury while running last week and won't be available until the final part of the regular season. Reid is expected to start running next week after experiencing pain in his foot, but his return to play is yet to be determined. – Martin Smith

Sydney Swans Injury Update​

Sam Reid
Sam is recovering well from the stress related pain in his foot. He is expected to start running next week.

Corey Warner
Corey’s ankle sprain is healing well but is still likely to miss two weeks of football.

Tom McCartin
Tom failed an HIA during the match against Greater Western Sydney. As a result, he will not play this weekend in line with the AFL’s protocols.

Callum Mills
Callum’s recovery from the low-grade calf strain is progressing as expected. He has started gym work and some cardio work.

Harry Arnold
Harry is building his running speed and still expected to return in the second half of the season.

Angus Sheldrick
Angus failed an HIA after experiencing delayed symptoms on Monday. He will not play this weekend in line with the AFL’s protocols.

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SydneyBlood said:
Thanks for the regular updates Rusty. Always enjoy having a look at how it is all shaping up each week.

Just a thought ... after a fair sample size of eight games, based on where they have mainly played this season, is it worth changing Roberts' colours predominantly to that of a defender and Heeney's to that of a midfielder?
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Round 9 - Pre Game List Update​

Aaron Francis is set to play his first AFL game for 2024 this week after senior coach John Longmire was forced to replace Tom McCartin in Round 9.The defender sustained a head knock in Round 8 against GWS and subsequently failed a HIA test.

Francis played 15 games in 2023, making his debut for the Swans in Round 6 against Geelong. He proved to be an important addition to the team in the wake of injury after the swingman was recruited from Essendon at the end of the 2022 season.

For just the sixth time in the top eight era, Round 9 will see all top eight teams play each other. Speaking to Sydney Swans Media Longmire admitted that Fremantle, who sits sixth on the ladder, will be a tough opponent.

"They've obviously been in terrific form." Longmire noted. "They're second-best in defence in the competition, the number one clearance team."

"They're playing some really good footy. So they'll take some beating, I'm sure they're confident. We're looking forward to that contest."

Dane Rampe has also been named in the side after an impressive return to play last week. The versatile defender finished the match with 24 disposals and seven marks to his name after spending four weeks out due to a hamstring injury.

The Swans have enjoyed a strong start to the season with a 7-1 record with Fremantle on home territory a tough ask - even for the most experienced sides.

"We're fortunate to have a great following all over the country," the coach added.

"It's terrific to see so many people wherever we go and it's great to see our Swans supporters over here in Perth that don't get to see us too much."

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Round 9 - Post Game List Update​

AFL Early prognosis​

McCartin will miss at least another week due to concussion, although Nick Blakey has been given the all clear after a head knock late in the win over the Dockers. Mills hit the track this week in his injury comeback, with John Longmire hopeful he will be available in the weeks after the mid-season bye. The skipper's recovery from shoulder surgery is tracking well, but he's yet to resume full training due to the calf strain he suffered last month. – Martin Smith

Swans Injury Update​

Sam Reid
Sam continues his recovery from his stress related foot pain. He started drilling and running this week.

Will Edwards
Will suffered a cut to his leg which became infected. He will miss this weekend’s match.

Lachlan McAndrew
Lachlan failed an HIA during the VFL match against North Melbourne. As a result, he will not play this weekend in line with the league protocols.

Corey Warner
Corey’s ankle sprain is healing well but is still likely to miss at least two more weeks of football.

Tom McCartin
Tom will not play this weekend against Carlton. He has commenced rehabilitation in line with the league protocols.

Callum Mills
Callum is building his running volume and will commence agility work this week, as he recovers from his calf strain, which is progressing as expected.

Harry Arnold
Harry’s running volume is increasing and has begun rehab skills and is still expected to return in the second half of the season.

Angus Sheldrick
Angus will be a test to play this weekend after missing the previous match with concussion.

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Round 10 - Pre Game List Update​

Roberts - Out
Campbell - In
Campbell - Sub (Fox to defence?, Lloyd in mids?)

John Longmire and his side are preparing for a tough contest at the SCG this Friday night when the Swans take on Carlton in a Friday night blockbuster for the club's home Sir Doug Nicholls Round fixture.

The top-of-the-table Swans return home after a win in the west, meanwhile the Blues, who sit seventh on the ladder, are coming off a nail-biting one-point win over Melbourne. It's expected to set up a mouthwatering Marn Grook match-up.

Longmire has made just one change to his lineup with Braeden Campbell coming into the side after he served as an emergency in Round 9. Campbell replaces young defender Matt Roberts who is being managed.

Aaron Francis will play his second AFL match of the 2024 season as defender Tom McCartin continues to recover from a concussion sustained in Round 8 against GWS.

The Swans defence including Francis, Rampe and Melican will be crucial in stopping the forward strengths of the Blues. Speaking to Sydney Swans Media Longmire highlighted the strengths of the Blues.

"The quality of Carlton is well known throughout the competition," Longmire said.

"They've got some key forwards, great midfield and they have some really strong defenders. It's going to be a really tough game and hopefully one we're looking forward to."

The last time the two sides met was in last year's Elimination Final at the MCG. Despite a thrilling comeback in the last term, the Swans went down by a single goal.

The Swans have enjoyed a strong start to the season with an 8-1 record but Longmire said there are areas to improve.

"We need to make sure we continue to play in some of the areas that we've got right. But we've also got some areas in the game we need to keep on improving," he said.

"We've been looking at those things and what we can do to keep getting better."

The match marks Marn Grook at the SCG, and the first week of Sir Doug Nicholls Round. The annual fixture honours First Nations history and the immense contribution of Indigenous and Torres Strait Islander athletes to the AFL.

"We've had some magnificent First Nations people play for our football club. We're really proud of that fact and it's something that we can all celebrate."

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