Analysis 2024 National Draft

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One consideration is we have been crying out for that explosive mid-forward for years. FOS or Lalor could be that player. Those mid/fwds are pretty much always picked deep in the top 10. You simply are not getting that player with picks in the 20s and 30s (Warner the only exception I can think of). Shouldn't be the sole basis of our decision but worth thinking about as we probably won't get another crack at that type of player for a long time.
 
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GoBlues! said:
If we’re set on a Cam Rayner, Warner type then that would be FOS or Draper rather than Smith or Langford.
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Pretty sure Draper is a pure mid, pretty much along the same lines as Sam Walsh, does not look to be mix of both, Lalor & Langford are definitely, Fos certainly can but don't see him having the weapons of the other two as a half forward
 
DangerousD said:
I was more going down the angle of how does a player become universally rated and then struggle not only at AFL but VFL, I’m then going back and seeing in relation to Clark that he was never a big ball winner, so what made people think a mid who didn’t find much footy would transition to an inside mid at a higher level?

I was referencing this in relation to how i feel about FOS.
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Sometimes it’s the cohort of talent the player is competing against. FOS has shown it alongside some pretty impressive talent like Harley Reid etc. Clark was never damaging by foot or had much athleticism. Very different to FOS who is high impact.
 
One thing we're kind of forgetting is North's #2 pick. Even if they end up keeping it, it's not a fait accompli that they'll definitely select Tauru. FOS would complement their young midfield nicely - and if pick 2 end up at the Tiggs, he'll likely end up there.

I'd be rapt if he ended up in the navy blue, but would be equally happy if it was Jagga. Or even Langford, who I also think will probably end up being the best out of the 2024 crop. Just not sure if he compliments our current midfield as much as FOS or Jagga. Still have these nagging doubts about Draper - no idea why, his highlights reels are as good as any - but just not convinced.

Cal Twomey's Phantom draft leading up to the ND will give us a good indicator. He's pretty much on the ball with his early selections after speaking with player agents, list managers etc.
 
HyphensBack said:
FOS - 8.5/10 - speed, disposal I50, seems to have space for disposal and
Issue - consistency, low possessions, what is he elite at?
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Disposal, vision, ability to create.
Three things we sorely lack.
His side step ability is also excellent.
Bottom age player.
I’m certainly fine if it’s him.
In fact any of the top 5 prospects if taken at 3 are all looking like quality prospects
 
reubsblues said:
My gut feel is Austin (The club) have wanted Fos from the start and the reason we went so had for 3 and tbh looks highly likely it will happen giving the club would most likely know Richmond and Norths preferences with 1 and 2
If north do go early on Tauru then there are going to be some really decent sliders
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I think you’re right.

Even if North pick swap #2 for Adelaide’s #4 you’d suspect that’s just the Crows ensuring they get Draper and don’t have to sweat on the Blues taking him…

If Austin wants FOS (which I think he does) this scenario would be ideal as I still think North are big chance of taking FOS at #2 instead of Tauru.
 
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The decision has been made.
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Bamboo Harvester said:
One thing we're kind of forgetting is North's #2 pick. Even if they end up keeping it, it's not a fait accompli that they'll definitely select Tauru. FOS would complement their young midfield nicely - and if pick 2 end up at the Tiggs, he'll likely end up there.

I'd be rapt if he ended up in the navy blue, but would be equally happy if it was Jagga. Or even Langford, who I also think will probably end up being the best out of the 2024 crop. Just not sure if he compliments our current midfield as much as FOS or Jagga. Still have these nagging doubts about Draper - no idea why, his highlights reels are as good as any - but just not convinced.

Cal Twomey's Phantom draft leading up to the ND will give us a good indicator. He's pretty much on the ball with his early selections after speaking with player agents, list managers etc.
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It’s all speculative, but I can see Richmond retaining their first round picks and happy to get Lalor with #1 and Langford/Smith with #6.
 

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FlowersByIrene said:
You think Judd / Cousins is a low ceiling?

Tough crowd.
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You cannot reasonably give someone the ceiling of the best midfielder many people have seen in the last 30 years (before injuries etc). I also simply don't think Draper has his speed and strength combination. Judd was something else...
 
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Kevin Sheehan’s 2024 Telstra AFL Draft top prospects: Midfielders

AFL Talent Ambassador Kevin Sheehan has profiled the top midfielders in the 2024 Telstra AFL Draft pool
www.afl.com.au www.afl.com.au

Pretty good assessment of the top midfielder prospects by Kevin Sheehan.

I’ve listed a few in order of games played and average possessions/game this year.


Jagga Smith
Pronunciation: Jagger
State: Victoria Metro
State League Club: Oakleigh Chargers
Community Club: Richmond
Date of Birth: 28/01/2006
Height: 182 cm

A lively and creative midfielder who is a prolific ball-winner on the inside with elite distribution by hand and foot. He showed the rare ability to step through congested situations and maintain his composure at all levels this year, including at VFL level for Richmond. He averaged 29.2 disposals (13.8 contested) at 82 per cent efficiency and 6.8 clearances for Victoria Metro at the National Championships to finish third in the Larke Medal voting. Was also rewarded with the honour of being named captain of the All Australian team. Played a total of 21 games for the year, which comprised two appearances for the Australia U18 team, three for Richmond’s VFL side, 12 for the Oakleigh Chargers as well as four for Victoria Metro. He picked up 650 disposals at an average of 31 per game, which highlighted his amazingly consistent elite performance. Was a runaway winner of the Chargers best and fairest and tested soundly at the Draft Combine, recording 3.04 seconds on the 20m sprint, 8.5 seconds on the agility test and 6:27 on the 2km time trial.

Ben Camporeale
State: South Australia
State League Club: Glenelg
Community Club: Brighton Districts & Old Scholars
Date of Birth: 21/07/2006
Height: 186cm

A midfielder/defender who can play both inside and outside and use his athleticism and footy smarts to be a prolific ball winner. Used his hard running and contested ball-winning ability to open up the play and drive South Australia forward at the National Championships, where he was model of consistency in averaging 26.8 disposals (10 contested), 4.5 clearances and 3.8 tackles to win his side’s MVP award as well as All Australian honours. He also handled the step up to senior level comfortably, impressing for the Australia U18s team against VFL opponents earlier in the year. Dominated in the SANFL U18 competition, averaging 31.7 disposals in six matches to be crowned a joint winner of the McCallum Tomkins Medal as the competition’s best and fairest player. Along with twin brother Lucas, he is eligible to join Carlton as a father-son selection in this year’s Draft as the son of former star Scott, who played 233 of his 252 AFL games for the Blues. Did not test at the Draft Combine due to a hamstring injury.

Harvey Langford
State: Victoria Country
State League Club: Dandenong Stingrays
Community Club: Mount Martha
Date of Birth: 15/03/2006
Height: 191cm

A left-footed tall midfielder who had an outstanding season at club and representative levels, displaying a remarkably high level of elite performance and resilience to propel him into early Draft conversations. Was the joint winner of the Larke Medal as the best and fairest player of the National Championships, averaging 25.5 disposals (7.7 contested), 6.2 marks and 6.2 clearances for Victoria Country and was also rewarded with his team’s MVP award as well as All Australian honours. He was also consistently excellent for the Dandenong Stingrays, averaging 26 disposals, five clearances and five tackles to win their best and fairest award and be named in the Coates Talent League Team of the Year. His 6:24 on the 2km time trial at the Draft Combine showcased his endurance and competitive edge.

Sid Draper
State: South Australia
State League Club: South Adelaide
Community Club: Willunga
Date of Birth: 05/07/2006
Height: 182cm

A powerful midfielder with line-breaking speed and elite agility which enable him to step out of congestion to open the game from stoppages. Showed resilience to overcome an injury-interrupted start to this season after battling stress fractures in his shins. Returned just before the National Championships and was able to perform well, averaging 21 disposals (eight contested) at 76.2 per cent efficiency, along with 3.8 clearances to become a back-to-back All Australian at under-18 level. Continued his good form at senior level, playing the final six matches of the year and averaging 22.2 disposals (12 contested), five clearances and six tackles to show his top end talent. Was the winner of the 2023 AFL Life Members Scholarship following the likes of recent winners Lachie Whitfield, Sam Walsh, Hayden Young and Harley Reid. Did not test at the Draft Combine while managing a back ailment.

Finn O’Sullivan
State: Victoria Country
State League Club: Oakleigh Chargers
Community Club: Koroit
Date of Birth: 30/05/2006
Height: 182cm

A classy midfielder who was one of the dominant players of his age level over the past two years. His elite use of the ball, speed and lateral movement through the midfield are outstanding weapons. Claimed the best and fairest award at the 2022 AFL National Development Championships U16 Boys and followed it up with selection in the 2023 AFL National Championships U18 Boys All Australian side as a bottom-age player. Suffered a thumb injury in his first game of the 2024 Coates Talent League season which began a frustrating run of injuries that restricted his ability to consistently put games together. Was only able to play eight games at club and representative level this year, including two games for Victoria Country at the National Championships and one with Richmond’s VFL team. The last of his matches for the Oakleigh Chargers was his most productive, having 20 disposals and kicking two goals to be his team’s best player in its four-point preliminary final defeat to the GWV Rebels. Tested impressively at the Draft Combine, with his time of 8.14 seconds on the agility test ranked eighth, while he also produced eye-catching performances in the 20m sprint (2.99 seconds) and 2km time trial (6:28).
 
GoBlues! said:
www.afl.com.au

Kevin Sheehan’s 2024 Telstra AFL Draft top prospects: Midfielders

AFL Talent Ambassador Kevin Sheehan has profiled the top midfielders in the 2024 Telstra AFL Draft pool
www.afl.com.au www.afl.com.au

Pretty good assessment of the top midfielder prospects by Kevin Sheehan.

I’ve listed a few in order of games played and average possessions/game this year.


Jagga Smith
Pronunciation: Jagger
State: Victoria Metro
State League Club: Oakleigh Chargers
Community Club: Richmond
Date of Birth: 28/01/2006
Height: 182 cm

A lively and creative midfielder who is a prolific ball-winner on the inside with elite distribution by hand and foot. He showed the rare ability to step through congested situations and maintain his composure at all levels this year, including at VFL level for Richmond. He averaged 29.2 disposals (13.8 contested) at 82 per cent efficiency and 6.8 clearances for Victoria Metro at the National Championships to finish third in the Larke Medal voting. Was also rewarded with the honour of being named captain of the All Australian team. Played a total of 21 games for the year, which comprised two appearances for the Australia U18 team, three for Richmond’s VFL side, 12 for the Oakleigh Chargers as well as four for Victoria Metro. He picked up 650 disposals at an average of 31 per game, which highlighted his amazingly consistent elite performance. Was a runaway winner of the Chargers best and fairest and tested soundly at the Draft Combine, recording 3.04 seconds on the 20m sprint, 8.5 seconds on the agility test and 6:27 on the 2km time trial.

Ben Camporeale
State: South Australia
State League Club: Glenelg
Community Club: Brighton Districts & Old Scholars
Date of Birth: 21/07/2006
Height: 186cm

A midfielder/defender who can play both inside and outside and use his athleticism and footy smarts to be a prolific ball winner. Used his hard running and contested ball-winning ability to open up the play and drive South Australia forward at the National Championships, where he was model of consistency in averaging 26.8 disposals (10 contested), 4.5 clearances and 3.8 tackles to win his side’s MVP award as well as All Australian honours. He also handled the step up to senior level comfortably, impressing for the Australia U18s team against VFL opponents earlier in the year. Dominated in the SANFL U18 competition, averaging 31.7 disposals in six matches to be crowned a joint winner of the McCallum Tomkins Medal as the competition’s best and fairest player. Along with twin brother Lucas, he is eligible to join Carlton as a father-son selection in this year’s Draft as the son of former star Scott, who played 233 of his 252 AFL games for the Blues. Did not test at the Draft Combine due to a hamstring injury.

Harvey Langford
State: Victoria Country
State League Club: Dandenong Stingrays
Community Club: Mount Martha
Date of Birth: 15/03/2006
Height: 191cm

A left-footed tall midfielder who had an outstanding season at club and representative levels, displaying a remarkably high level of elite performance and resilience to propel him into early Draft conversations. Was the joint winner of the Larke Medal as the best and fairest player of the National Championships, averaging 25.5 disposals (7.7 contested), 6.2 marks and 6.2 clearances for Victoria Country and was also rewarded with his team’s MVP award as well as All Australian honours. He was also consistently excellent for the Dandenong Stingrays, averaging 26 disposals, five clearances and five tackles to win their best and fairest award and be named in the Coates Talent League Team of the Year. His 6:24 on the 2km time trial at the Draft Combine showcased his endurance and competitive edge.

Sid Draper
State: South Australia
State League Club: South Adelaide
Community Club: Willunga
Date of Birth: 05/07/2006
Height: 182cm

A powerful midfielder with line-breaking speed and elite agility which enable him to step out of congestion to open the game from stoppages. Showed resilience to overcome an injury-interrupted start to this season after battling stress fractures in his shins. Returned just before the National Championships and was able to perform well, averaging 21 disposals (eight contested) at 76.2 per cent efficiency, along with 3.8 clearances to become a back-to-back All Australian at under-18 level. Continued his good form at senior level, playing the final six matches of the year and averaging 22.2 disposals (12 contested), five clearances and six tackles to show his top end talent. Was the winner of the 2023 AFL Life Members Scholarship following the likes of recent winners Lachie Whitfield, Sam Walsh, Hayden Young and Harley Reid. Did not test at the Draft Combine while managing a back ailment.

Finn O’Sullivan
State: Victoria Country
State League Club: Oakleigh Chargers
Community Club: Koroit
Date of Birth: 30/05/2006
Height: 182cm

A classy midfielder who was one of the dominant players of his age level over the past two years. His elite use of the ball, speed and lateral movement through the midfield are outstanding weapons. Claimed the best and fairest award at the 2022 AFL National Development Championships U16 Boys and followed it up with selection in the 2023 AFL National Championships U18 Boys All Australian side as a bottom-age player. Suffered a thumb injury in his first game of the 2024 Coates Talent League season which began a frustrating run of injuries that restricted his ability to consistently put games together. Was only able to play eight games at club and representative level this year, including two games for Victoria Country at the National Championships and one with Richmond’s VFL team. The last of his matches for the Oakleigh Chargers was his most productive, having 20 disposals and kicking two goals to be his team’s best player in its four-point preliminary final defeat to the GWV Rebels. Tested impressively at the Draft Combine, with his time of 8.14 seconds on the agility test ranked eighth, while he also produced eye-catching performances in the 20m sprint (2.99 seconds) and 2km time trial (6:28).
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Ben Campo stacks up with the best of them.
 
SkyhorseTamer said:
You cannot reasonably give someone the ceiling of the best midfielder many people have seen in the last 30 years (before injuries etc). I also simply don't think Draper has his speed and strength combination. Judd was something else...
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The point is I think Draper's ceiling is clearly higher than anyone else in the draft.
 
marcmurphy3 said:
He won the league b&f off 6 games. 😂
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I'm getting excited now, pick 3 and the Campo's a great start, if we manage 38 as well i might open a Guinness or two.
 
FlowersByIrene said:
The point is I think Draper's ceiling is clearly higher than anyone else in the draft.
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No but it clearly is not. They all have pretty damn high ceilings. Claiming that one is 'clearly' the highest makes you seem biased for some unknown reason. Lalor could end up like dusty. Jagga like pendles. If you really want to be outlandish about ceilings by claiming GOAT level midfielders are reachable. If anyone's ceiling in this draft is Judd they'll go 1. End of story. Draper isn't going 1.
 
Robertio said:
I'd be happy with him.
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So would I but the run away rhetoric that he's the best fit or has the highest ceiling to make him the best prospect from Carlton fans perspective to... Idk... Reduce the impact of disappointment at not getting a different target is silly.

On current measure. Draper is not the best prospect in this draft. He's bloody close and he will likely make us better and we're in a great spot.
 
SkyhorseTamer said:
So would I but the run away rhetoric that he's the best fit or has the highest ceiling to make him the best prospect from Carlton fans perspective to... Idk... Reduce the impact of disappointment at not getting a different target is silly.

On current measure. Draper is not the best prospect in this draft. He's bloody close and he will likely make us better and we're in a great spot.
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I'd be happy with about 6 of them and trust Austin to call the right one for us.
 

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