AFL Player #40: Zak Johnson - Welcome to Essendon!

[RedmanWasHere]

GOT HIM!

Was predicted to be a Don in the last few weeks.

 

[Atavistic]

One of the players I wanted, and a big slider too.

 

[naraku]

I was hoping we would take him at #61 but #70 for a guy like Zak could be huge for us

 

[carnthedons]

Another Parade College boy?

 

[Duckworth]

It's good that Jason and Mark's younger brother finally gets onto the list.

 

[Atavistic]

It's good that Jason and Mark's younger brother finally gets onto the list.

Cousin is Dwayne "The Rock" too, I believe.

 

[carnthedons]

It's good that Jason and Mark's younger brother finally gets onto the list.

Poor Dave

 

[Nicholas61]

"possesses wicked skills"

 

[Yoda_]

Great get this one, big bodied midfielder who can play on either flanks. Loves to get his hands on the ball so could see him surprise

 

[noobermensch]

A link to my Zak Johnson playlist:

 

[Corleone]

Great video by a Pies supporter channel breaking down some vision of the kid.

 

[eth-dog]

Can play anywhere IMO. Small utility instead of tall makes so much sense.

 

[Call Me Cake]

Brains and Braun. Good combo.

 

[eth-dog]

Also went to School with Isaac and Nate.

 

[fairbump_playon]

Cousin is Dwayne "The Rock" too, I believe.

Also, his father is John

 

[Nifft]

Also, his father is John

Don't forget his grandfather Don...

 

[eDPS]

You might spot a familiar blonde headed key forward in this footage

 

[Runk]

You might spot a familiar blonde headed key forward in this footage

Thoughts on the pick mate?

 

[eDPS]

Thoughts on the pick mate?

There are others I prefer and also depends on how we want to use him, I don’t think we need more midfielders of his type but he could be a decent defender or wingman but needs to develop his craft for those spots as his mostly played as a midfielder. I really rate his leadership he will be a pretty popular teammate, he is also one of the youngest players in the draft born on Xmas eve

 

[faible]

Zak Johnson Draft Profile

central.rookieme.com

STRENGTHS:

• Footy IQ
• Kicking
• Speed
• Versatility

IMPROVEMENTS:

• Contested game
• Defensive acts

Yet another draftee with a decent kick and footy IQ.

No guarantee a guy this late will make it, but at least has some AFL standard traits to work with, also not yet 18.

 

[Laverdeee]

Seen 30 secs of footage, but calling it this kid will be gun

 

[Nicholas61]

Seen 30 secs of footage, but calling it this kid will be gun

I saw the same 30 seconds and agree

 

[Rick Ross]

I saw the same 30 seconds and agree

I saw on BF that Nicholas61 saw 30 seconds of him & agrees… so I also agree.

 

[FlyingV]

Worth a crack this late based on his late draft age and his leadership traits. That’s a good combo to build from, his composure looks like it could be an area to improve based on the footage. But looks worth the punt. Good luck lad!

 

[SpeckieMcVeigh]

Zak Johnson Draft Profile

central.rookieme.com

Yet another draftee with a decent kick and footy IQ.

No guarantee a guy this late will make it, but at least has some AFL standard traits to work with, also not yet 18.

Why does this breakdown feel like Mass with more leg speed? I really like his profile, it's one we need on the list.