2024 Draft Thread.

[Mat Mann]

Draft Period, November 20–21

• Round 1 of the National Draft: Wednesday, November 20
• Round 2–end of the National Draft: Thursday, November 21
• Rookie Promotions: Thursday, November 21, after the National Draft
• Delisted Free Agency Period (3): Thursday, November 21, after the National Draft
• List Lodgement 3*: Friday, November 22, 10am (optional; required for those participating in the PSD)
• Pre-Season Draft: Friday, November 22, 3pm
• Rookie Draft: Friday, November 22, 3.20pm

 

[botts]

What’s everyone opinion of bo Allen? I watched him in one of the state games and was really impressed. Big and fast, if we want two mids he would be a good option at pick 8.

 

[akaifu]

What’s everyone opinion of bo Allen? I watched him in one of the state games and was really impressed. Big and fast, if we want two mids he would be a good option at pick 8.

Athletically gifted but his kicking is what lets him down. A similar ceiling to Adam Treloar - won't be a superstar but can be a very good player. Also lacks midfield craft but that can be taught at AFL level

 

[Tommy Wigs]

What’s everyone opinion of bo Allen? I watched him in one of the state games and was really impressed. Big and fast, if we want two mids he would be a good option at pick 8.

Very competitive, a big brute.

The question will be on his midfield smarts, as there seems to be quite a number of clubs that see him as a defender

 

[Hayes4PM]

Athletically gifted but his kicking is what lets him down. A similar ceiling to Adam Treloar - won't be a superstar but can be a very good player. Also lacks midfield craft but that can be taught at AFL level

Geez if he was a guaranteed Adam Treloar I’d take him. What a goal kicking mid would do for this club.

 

[SteeleSaints]

What’s everyone opinion of bo Allen? I watched him in one of the state games and was really impressed. Big and fast, if we want two mids he would be a good option at pick 8.

Agree on Allan, some dont seem to like Lindsay but Allan is the other obvious midfield option with speed. I think the WA kids get under rated at times as they are not under eyes as much as others. The other thing with WA kids is I don't think their junior development programs are any where near as good as the Vics and in some cases they have more scope for improvement.

190cm quick powerful left footed clearance mid, he has all the tools of Langford but possibly not as strong over head. Crikey if we put Smillie 195cm, Phillipou 191cm, Macrae 191cm, Allan 190, Steele 187cm & Windhager 185cm we will have a tall midfield.

 

[akaifu]

Geez if he was a guaranteed Adam Treloar I’d take him. What a goal kicking mid would do for this club.

Haha I wouldn't say he's a guaranteed Adam Treloar - still a ton of work to do. Just saying his ceiling is about the level of him due to the importance of good ball use through the middle

 

[stavro#4]

What’s everyone opinion of bo Allen? I watched him in one of the state games and was really impressed. Big and fast, if we want two mids he would be a good option at pick 8.

Athletically gifted but his kicking is what lets him down. A similar ceiling to Adam Treloar - won't be a superstar but can be a very good player. Also lacks midfield craft but that can be taught at AFL level

If you want Bo Allan you can try trade p8 + F2 to the eagles for 12 + Hawthorn F1.

They can take Travaglia and we can take Allan.

 

[stavro#4]

Mat Mann Hubnester can you blokes copy the player write ups that Scythe is doing a mountain of work on for his board and do it for us please?

Opinion - Pick 9* 2024 – Who do you want?

Murphy Reid Height: 180cm Position: Midfielder/forward Twomey rank (September): #5 What Twomey says: Class, class, class. There's no quicker mind in this year's draft group than Reid, who makes things happen every time he has the ball. If there was a test at the Draft Combine for footy IQ...

www.bigfooty.com

 

[stavro#4]

I may have missed this previously. But it looks like Rookieme has updated its player rankings.

Murphy Reid…


DRAFT RANGE: 1-5

SUMMARY:

Some clubs will consider Reid to be the best player available, though many others are of the consensus view that he is among the top five prospects at a minimum. His ball use is exceptional and few others offer the same brilliance in the way of decision making. With the speed of the game only increasing, Reid’s poise and creativity have only become all the more important attributes. On the flipside, perhaps his lack of genuine explosive pace is the only real question mark. Still, he consistently does enough to navigate tight spots. He did not test at the National Draft Combine but shouldn’t have too much trouble getting stuck into a full AFL preseason. Expect his number to fall quickly on draft night.

 

[Saint Kidding]

Genuine question for those who watch the young talent: Why are most of the touted top ten picks this year Victorians? Other than Draper and maybe Allan it seems to be a VERY Vic heavy hand. SA and WA are Aussie Rules states, as is Tassie so the numbers seem lopsided. Is it because there are better development pathways in Victoria? Or could it be more a question of visibility, meaning the nuggets are out there in WA & SA but harder to spot?

 

[stavro#4]

Josh Smillie

DRAFT RANGE: 3-8

SUMMARY:

Smillie has all the tools required to not only be a highly desirable draft prospect, but also an elite AFL player. He may have fallen away from some of the leading pack, but arguably has the most promising profile on paper and remains firmly fixed inside the top 10. At 195cm, he offers similar ball winning acumen to Patrick Cripps

9

Patrick Cripps

Age

29

Ht

195cm

Wt

93kg

Pos.

Mid

Career

Season

Last 5

D

25.9

5star

K

9.8

4star

HB

16.1

5star

M

3.4

3star

T

5.8

5star

CL

7.4

5star

D

21.0

5star

K

10.1

4star

HB

10.9

5star

M

2.5

3star

T

3.8

4star

CL

6.3

5star

D

12.6

4star

K

4.8

2star

HB

7.8

5star

M

2.0

3star

T

3.2

5star

CL

1.4

4star

and Tom Green

12

Tom Green

Age

23

Ht

192cm

Wt

92kg

Pos.

Mid

Career

Season

Last 5

D

11.5

3star

K

4.3

2star

HB

7.3

5star

M

1.8

2star

T

2.3

4star

CL

2.8

4star

D

11.5

3star

K

4.3

2star

HB

7.3

4star

M

1.8

2star

T

2.3

3star

CL

2.8

4star

D

11.5

3star

K

4.3

2star

HB

7.3

5star

M

1.8

2star

T

2.3

4star

CL

2.8

5star

, but is also quite the athlete and a distinguished ball user. While Smillie will look to stamp himself as a midfielder at the top level, his traits could better apply to a role in defence where his ball use and decision making shine.

 

[stavro#4]

Genuine question for those who watch the young talent: Why are most of the touted top ten picks this year Victorians? Other than Draper and maybe Allan it seems to be a VERY Vic heavy hand. SA and WA are Aussie Rules states, as is Tassie so the numbers seem lopsided. Is it because there are better development pathways in Victoria? Or could it be more a question of visibility, meaning the nuggets are out there in WA & SA but harder to spot?

Wa had a relatively poor U18 crop that improved as the carnival went on.

SA didn’t have players at the level of Sid Draper.

Just the way the cookie crumbled this year

 

[akaifu]

Josh Smillie

DRAFT RANGE: 3-8

SUMMARY:

Smillie has all the tools required to not only be a highly desirable draft prospect, but also an elite AFL player. He may have fallen away from some of the leading pack, but arguably has the most promising profile on paper and remains firmly fixed inside the top 10. At 195cm, he offers similar ball winning acumen to Patrick Cripps and Tom Green, but is also quite the athlete and a distinguished ball user. While Smillie will look to stamp himself as a midfielder at the top level, his traits could better apply to a role in defence where his ball use and decision making shine.

It would be typical of us to draft a pure contested beast midfielder only for him to end up at half back...

 

[Browny2Carlisle]

I may have missed this previously. But it looks like Rookieme has updated its player rankings.

Murphy Reid…


DRAFT RANGE: 1-5

SUMMARY:

Some clubs will consider Reid to be the best player available, though many others are of the consensus view that he is among the top five prospects at a minimum. His ball use is exceptional and few others offer the same brilliance in the way of decision making. With the speed of the game only increasing, Reid’s poise and creativity have only become all the more important attributes. On the flipside, perhaps his lack of genuine explosive pace is the only real question mark. Still, he consistently does enough to navigate tight spots. He did not test at the National Draft Combine but shouldn’t have too much trouble getting stuck into a full AFL preseason. Expect his number to fall quickly on draft night.

He reminds me so much of sheezel the way he plays

 

[Dard Ball Get]

It would be typical of us to draft a pure contested beast midfielder only for him to end up at half back...

Typical? When was the last time that happened?

 

[stavro#4]

Bo Allan

DRAFT RANGE: 8-15

SUMMARY:

Allan firms as an early pick in the draft, projected to be selected in the opening round of November’s intake. The big-bodied midfielder offers a great mix of strength and speed, paired with excellent football IQ and leadership qualities. AFL clubs will love the traits he brings and will hope that, with his ready-made frame, Allan can make an impact right away. He is a Fremantle supporter and has already waxed with a few Dockers at WAFL level, but will fit in anywhere. Expect him to feature as a defender early on before ramping up his midfield development, where he should play long-term.

 

[stavro#4]

Harvey Langford

DRAFT RANGE: 1-5

SUMMARY:

Clubs will value Langford’s reliability and ability to impact games throughout the year, making him a relatively safe option amongst the top 10. What also works in his favour is his size and contested nous, which specific clubs will want to compliment their more fleet of foot outside runners. He can go forward and impact there with high marks and goals. It’s no wonder he looks up to the likes of Marcus Bontempelli for inspiration. Some clubs will firmly have him embedded in the top five, and that’s likely where he’ll end up being selected.

 

[stavro#4]

Sid Draper

DRAFT RANGE: Top 10

SUMMARY:

Draper, clearly South Australia’s top prospect this year, has inevitably been linked to Adelaide’s first pick. Although, he has also been in the headlines regarding whether or not he truly wants to end up at West Lakes, playing for the club he grew up supporting – which he has quickly acted to snuff out. Regardless of that, he looms as a lock within the top 10 and could well be taken in the top handful of picks. Above all else, his professionalism makes him a sure selection and his ability is breathtaking at times. He’ll likely be a fan favourite for the balance of flair and substance he offers.

 

[stavro#4]

Tobie Travaglia

DRAFT RANGE: 8-15

SUMMARY:

Travaglia’s running ability in terms of speed and endurance, and his upside will no doubt expect him to be taken pretty early on night one of the draft. A club like GWS could do with Travaglia considering the defensive options they have lost in the recent trade period, while the Tigers, who Travaglia impressed against their VFL side in August have multiple picks in his range. Could he end up at the Demons with their second pick in the first round having traded their way in there, even though they currently have more pressing needs for their list? Regardless of where he ends up, Travaglia will be pushing for a spot in the 23 of the side that drafts him and they should be very excited with what they could be working with.

 

[stavro#4]

Xavier Lindsay

DRAFT RANGE: 12-20

SUMMARY:

Clubs in the market for consistent, tough and damaging players who can fulfil a variety of roles should look no further than Lindsay. He firms as a genuine top 20 talent who could feature anywhere within night one of the draft – potentially just outside the first 10 picks. Likely to slot in as a half-back or wingman early in his AFL career, Lindsay offers good scope as a midfielder and his productive ball use suits the way many sides like to shift the ball quickly from end to end. Left footers just look a class above at times, and he fits that bill.

 

[stavro#4]

Luke Trainor

DRAFT RANGE: 10-20

SUMMARY:

Trainor, at one point in the year, was certainly in the frame for top five honours and had been regarded as the best tall prospect. As it wore on, he fit in a touch further down the order but remains one of the leading key defensive options. His elite aerial ability and kicking skills will have tongues wagging as to what he could produce at the next level, likely as a third tall defender who can pick off opposition kicks and do damage on the rebound. He has some handy archetypes to look up to, and those with the skillset of a Tom Stewart or Jordan Ridley

14

Jordan Ridley

Age

26

Ht

195cm

Wt

94kg

Pos.

Def

Career

Season

Last 5

D

15.6

4star

K

11.1

4star

HB

4.5

3star

M

6.4

5star

T

1.7

4star

MG

244.8

4star

D

17.0

4star

K

11.9

5star

HB

5.1

3star

M

6.7

5star

T

1.7

3star

MG

265.4

4star

D

13.8

4star

K

9.6

4star

HB

4.2

4star

M

5.2

5star

T

1.4

4star

MG

208.2

4star

are in high demand currently. Expect him to feature in the first round, likely around the top 10-15 picks.

 

[stavro#4]

Alix Tauru

DRAFT RANGE: 8-15

SUMMARY:

With his finish to the season and with so much upside, especially after recent results at the draft combine, expect Tauru to be in the frame to secure his place on an AFL list come night one of the draft. For someone who can compete in all three areas of the ground and possesses the traits Tauru has, and given the level of interest across the board from nearly every club, he will be in high demand. However, with the top end talent of this draft being dominated by pure midfielders it could be possible he could either end up in the top 10 or fall just outside it. While the scary thing is that he hasn’t even scratched the surface of his potential yet, the fact is there is no position set for him due to his versatility and ultimately the club that selects him will be doing so based on where he fits into their side and where they see him contributing in two to five seasons time. Come draft night, though, it will be a matter of how far he slips.

 

[stavro#4]

Sam Lalor

DRAFT RANGE: Top 10

SUMMARY:

Lalor is a player whose potential is only just beginning to be uncovered. Given his interrupted season and devotion to cricket during most summers as a junior, he could well soar to new heights in a full-time professional environment. He clearly falls into the readymade category with his size and power, able to impose his physicality on the contest and impact up forward. Players with some game-winning qualities and the right attitude to get stuck into dirty work are golden at the top level. Collingwood is yet to speak to Lalor, who supports the Pies, though he will likely be snapped up early in the piece with Richmond said to be considering him amongst a host of options at pick one. He still has plenty of development left in him and it would only be fitting to see him enter the fold at Tigerland as fellow number four, Dustin Martin, exits.

 

[stavro#4]

Harry Armstrong

DRAFT RANGE: 6-12

SUMMARY:

Armstrong has risen steeply to establish himself as the leading key forward of the draft crop, and arguably the best genuine key position prospect overall. His consistent ability to kick bags of goals, particularly on the big stage, is impossible to ignore and his athletic profile offers plenty of upside. Such ruthless and clinical converters are hard to come by and as far as forwards go this year, Armstrong trumps just about anyone in that department – tall or small. Expect him to be in high demand within the top dozen picks as a point of difference among the raft of midfielders.

 

[stavro#4]

Taj Hotton

DRAFT RANGE: 8-15

SUMMARY:

Despite missing most his top-age campaign through injury, Hotton remains one of the most exciting talents in this year’s crop. His early-season exploits should remain in the memory of recruiters, and such dazzling athletic traits are hard to ignore in the modern game. Hotton’s ability to take the next step as a genuine midfielder-forward saw him accelerate into top 15 calculations, and he should be snapped up around that range on draft night. Clubs will likely look at how an agile player like Darcy Jones bounced back from his ACL tear when considering Hotton, who will likely take a steady approach to his first AFL preseason. He has links to Collingwood and Carlton, and St Kilda via his father and brother respectively, but is not officially tied to any club.