At the moment Heppell is in just over 26% of teams, it's still early but i don't think he will be a POD. My thinking is that a lot of coaches didn't get the chance to pick some of their favourite SC players last season and they will be making up for it this year. Fyfe (54%), Roughead (32%), Sandilands (30%), Heppell (26%), Ryder (24%), Bennell (21%), O'Meara (20%), Hibberd (17%) and Watson (16%).
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DEF: Not sure about Vince. With Lewis coming in, I see Vince playing more off half-back, a role which seems to have been the cause of his drop last season. Adams and Shaw are much more reliable options.
MID: Hard to fault, not a fan of Beams?
RUC: Best value combo
FOR: I would be very surprised if Roughy plays round 1.
My suggestion would be to get another mid pricer such as Beams in the midfield instead of JPK, Bont or Pendles. Then you could upgrade Roughy and Vince to premiums. Beams, Murph and Heppell are all good value.
MID: Hard to fault, not a fan of Beams?
RUC: Best value combo
FOR: I would be very surprised if Roughy plays round 1.
My suggestion would be to get another mid pricer such as Beams in the midfield instead of JPK, Bont or Pendles. Then you could upgrade Roughy and Vince to premiums. Beams, Murph and Heppell are all good value.
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DEF: Too much risk here I reckon. Mcdonald could average anything from 80-100, Hodge is very injury prone and old, and Murph is also old coming back from injury. Laird and Rance are safer options, while Adams is pretty certain to average 95+ (but is also injury prone).
MID: Very nice.
RUC: Nice value.
FOR: I doubt Roughy will play round 1. Perhaps downgrade him to Hoskin-Elliott, Smedts or Ainsworth, which would allow you to upgrade a couple of your defenders to more reliable premiums, and perhaps even Grundy to Gawn or Goldy .
MID: Very nice.
RUC: Nice value.
FOR: I doubt Roughy will play round 1. Perhaps downgrade him to Hoskin-Elliott, Smedts or Ainsworth, which would allow you to upgrade a couple of your defenders to more reliable premiums, and perhaps even Grundy to Gawn or Goldy .
Yeah, I'm a bit surprised at Heppell's high ownership. He's been raised in HS articles so I think possibly a lot more casual coaches have jumped on him (or that's what I hope!). Telling sign that JOM also has 20% ownership when all experienced coaches would be no where near him.
I hope Myers/Fyfe ownership (around 50%) represents number of serious coaches.
I hope Myers/Fyfe ownership (around 50%) represents number of serious coaches.
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Here's my first crack at a full side:
DEF: Shaw, Rance, Adams, Laird, Mcgrath, Berry, (Vickers-Willis, Ryan)
I think those 4 premiums are easily the most reliable. Mcgrath looks like a necessity at this point, as I can't see any other defence rookies likely to play round 1.
MID: Danger, Pendles, Fyfe, Bont, Beams, Swallow, SPP, Myers, (Leonardis, Mutch, Graham)
I'd love to fit in Sloane or Treloar, but just not sure where. I could get noe instead of Pendles, but the extra 50k isn't that useful anywhere. Not 100 % sure about Beams, but would need another 150k to upgrade, and I think Swallow is much more valuable than a rookie.
RUC: Gawn, Sandi, (Strny)
Goldy looks a bit dodgy, not being fully fit.
FOR: Dahlhaus, Macrae, Heeney, Hoskin-Elliott, Mccarthy, Mccluggage, (Pickett, Eddy)
Looking to take advantage of the plethora or 200k forwards. Bowes, Smedts, Ainsworth and Knight are also options.
10k left, any thoughts greatly appreciated.
DEF: Shaw, Rance, Adams, Laird, Mcgrath, Berry, (Vickers-Willis, Ryan)
I think those 4 premiums are easily the most reliable. Mcgrath looks like a necessity at this point, as I can't see any other defence rookies likely to play round 1.
MID: Danger, Pendles, Fyfe, Bont, Beams, Swallow, SPP, Myers, (Leonardis, Mutch, Graham)
I'd love to fit in Sloane or Treloar, but just not sure where. I could get noe instead of Pendles, but the extra 50k isn't that useful anywhere. Not 100 % sure about Beams, but would need another 150k to upgrade, and I think Swallow is much more valuable than a rookie.
RUC: Gawn, Sandi, (Strny)
Goldy looks a bit dodgy, not being fully fit.
FOR: Dahlhaus, Macrae, Heeney, Hoskin-Elliott, Mccarthy, Mccluggage, (Pickett, Eddy)
Looking to take advantage of the plethora or 200k forwards. Bowes, Smedts, Ainsworth and Knight are also options.
10k left, any thoughts greatly appreciated.
Nice side! Pretty similar to my own, except I've got Heppell in my mids and you have Shaw in your defence. You've gone pretty all out on the $200k rookies (I count 4!). I've got Knights and Keefe/Hampton as $160k options but have squeezed in Roughy at F4. Seems you are not much of a fan, but I'm a lot more optimistic on his prospects this season. I reckon he'll definitely play Round 1 as the captain and will play 2 out of 3 JLT games. But if he doesn't become a keeper, your $200k rookie is probably better as you'll have a guy who's much more likely to generate $150k.
Main thing I'd say is monitor Roughy/Bennell as an F4 option & monitor the def rookies to see if a 3 prem def is the better route.
Main thing I'd say is monitor Roughy/Bennell as an F4 option & monitor the def rookies to see if a 3 prem def is the better route.
Very good point re: Vince. If he runs through the mids he's a lock, however, I am going to have to monitor him closely. Food for thought.
Cheers for the feedback! I am wary of Beams falling apart, and don't want to lock myself into beams in case he performs decently, but not keeper level (almost more of a disaster than him playing atrocious imo). I do like Murphy, will definitely consider it!
Cheers for the feedback! I am wary of Beams falling apart, and don't want to lock myself into beams in case he performs decently, but not keeper level (almost more of a disaster than him playing atrocious imo). I do like Murphy, will definitely consider it!
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Cheers for the feedback, I've got my eye on Roughy and Bennell, but just don't see them either making more than 100k, or averaging 95 as well as playing every game. If Roughy plays round 1 though, I could go with him instead of Swallow if the mid rookies are better.
I like the 200k guys because of their JS, but if there are plenty of 120k rookies, i might go Beams to Treloar/Sloane. I can't really see Hampton or Keefe getting a gig round 1 given their lack of recent playing time, so Mcgrath might have to be in most teams.
As you say, if the defence rookies are better, then it will be a good idea to swap Adams/Laird/Rance for maybe Tom Lynch.
As you say, it's always awkward when a mid pricer is almost at premium level. I'm not 100 % sure about Beams myself. The good thing about him though is that he hasn't averaged less than 110 over a long period of time for several years now, so at least he should make a bit of cash before he gets injrued (if he does).
I like the 200k guys because of their JS, but if there are plenty of 120k rookies, i might go Beams to Treloar/Sloane. I can't really see Hampton or Keefe getting a gig round 1 given their lack of recent playing time, so Mcgrath might have to be in most teams.
As you say, if the defence rookies are better, then it will be a good idea to swap Adams/Laird/Rance for maybe Tom Lynch.
As you say, it's always awkward when a mid pricer is almost at premium level. I'm not 100 % sure about Beams myself. The good thing about him though is that he hasn't averaged less than 110 over a long period of time for several years now, so at least he should make a bit of cash before he gets injrued (if he does).
I'd prefer a rookie like Hampton there over Bob Murphy. Sounds like Hampton's a strong chance to get a spot Round 1 with a good JLT showing. Good place holder.
I'm not sold on St Nick but each to their own. I feel you'd be better off with another mid instead of an M/F $200k rookie. You could get a bit of cash downgrading McCarthy to a basement guy.
I'm not sold on St Nick but each to their own. I feel you'd be better off with another mid instead of an M/F $200k rookie. You could get a bit of cash downgrading McCarthy to a basement guy.
Happy to share some thoughts on my team as it currently stands:
Adams, Laird, Hodge, Scharenberg, Hampton, Willis-Vickers (Newman, Long)
Dangerfield, Ablett, Rockliff, Fyfe, Beams, Swallow, Powell-Pepper, Myers (Barrett, Freeman, Graham)
Goldstein, Sandilands (Strndica)
Dalhaus, Deledio, Macrae, Caddy, Roughead, McCarthy (Black, Eddy)
Not spending a huge amount of time on rookies until JLT
Defenders:
Adams: The defender I’m most comfortable with. He was an absolute ball-magnet as a midfielder – I think there’s potential for him to go 105+ this season. For that reason, it’s worth the injury risk. I also think it’s worth giving a young guy a chance to prove his body can hold up. Would be different if he was 29.
Laird: I think he’s a pretty risk-free pick. I can’t see him averaging less than his price. He’s got a lot of class about him.
Hodge: I’m too tempted by his high ceiling. He’s Supercoach royalty as a defender, probably playing more midfield this year.
JJ has been in and out of my side, him and Shaw are the only other defenders I’m really considering. Had a brief dalliance with Hartlett before I came to my senses.
Midfielders:
Dangerfield: No brainer. Don’t even think about not starting him. Consummate professional – you know what you’re getting.
Ablett: I just can see him bouncing out of the gates and running at 125 for the first six rounds. I want to be on the train. He's dealt with so much external pressure, not having to deal with the captaincy will be a godsend. Can see him playing with plenty of freedom. Sub 10% ownership is the clincher.
Rockliff: Absolute lock. I refer back to Rowsus’ post after Rocky’s 135 season. He’ll be a supercoach Hall of Famer, and a captaincy option this year.
Fyfe: No brainer.
Beams: I’ve had a Supercoach man-crush on Beams for a long time, he’s never left my side. An absolute star – he’ll look at 120 if fully-fit and 105-110 in a poor season. Easy choice at his price.
Swallow: I have good memories having ridden him for his entire breakout season. With question marks over rookies, I’m happy to spend the extra $100k for a guy with the potential to go 100+. I’d be content with a 90+ average.
Rucks:
Goldstein: Has swapped with Grundy constantly. I’m very, very concerned about his happiness at the club, his fitness, and his Minutes played this year. He’s all class, so I can’t see him dropping too far. People were happy to pay 128 pts for him last year. But I’ve got some extra cash so he holds for the moment.
Sandilands: No brainer.
Forwards:
Dalhaus: Not sure he’s the lock everyone thinks he is, but still a definite starter for mine.
Deledio: I’ll admit to have been swayed by Dimma’s thoughts. I look back 12 months and I was happy to pay 112pts for him – why wouldn’t I be happy now, to pay a much cheaper price, and a better club for him, where he’ll be desperate to show his best?
Macrae: Lock. Absolute ball-magnet.
Caddy: Thought he was ready to breakout when Danger coming across snuffed out his plans a bit. I think he’ll go 100+ - he’s got huge SC talent.
Roughead: Recent addition. The captaincy swayed me. Each of his last five season over 90, including two seasons over 100. I think he’s too hard to pass up at $360k. You pretty much know what you’re getting.
Adams, Laird, Hodge, Scharenberg, Hampton, Willis-Vickers (Newman, Long)
Dangerfield, Ablett, Rockliff, Fyfe, Beams, Swallow, Powell-Pepper, Myers (Barrett, Freeman, Graham)
Goldstein, Sandilands (Strndica)
Dalhaus, Deledio, Macrae, Caddy, Roughead, McCarthy (Black, Eddy)
Not spending a huge amount of time on rookies until JLT
Defenders:
Adams: The defender I’m most comfortable with. He was an absolute ball-magnet as a midfielder – I think there’s potential for him to go 105+ this season. For that reason, it’s worth the injury risk. I also think it’s worth giving a young guy a chance to prove his body can hold up. Would be different if he was 29.
Laird: I think he’s a pretty risk-free pick. I can’t see him averaging less than his price. He’s got a lot of class about him.
Hodge: I’m too tempted by his high ceiling. He’s Supercoach royalty as a defender, probably playing more midfield this year.
JJ has been in and out of my side, him and Shaw are the only other defenders I’m really considering. Had a brief dalliance with Hartlett before I came to my senses.
Midfielders:
Dangerfield: No brainer. Don’t even think about not starting him. Consummate professional – you know what you’re getting.
Ablett: I just can see him bouncing out of the gates and running at 125 for the first six rounds. I want to be on the train. He's dealt with so much external pressure, not having to deal with the captaincy will be a godsend. Can see him playing with plenty of freedom. Sub 10% ownership is the clincher.
Rockliff: Absolute lock. I refer back to Rowsus’ post after Rocky’s 135 season. He’ll be a supercoach Hall of Famer, and a captaincy option this year.
Fyfe: No brainer.
Beams: I’ve had a Supercoach man-crush on Beams for a long time, he’s never left my side. An absolute star – he’ll look at 120 if fully-fit and 105-110 in a poor season. Easy choice at his price.
Swallow: I have good memories having ridden him for his entire breakout season. With question marks over rookies, I’m happy to spend the extra $100k for a guy with the potential to go 100+. I’d be content with a 90+ average.
Rucks:
Goldstein: Has swapped with Grundy constantly. I’m very, very concerned about his happiness at the club, his fitness, and his Minutes played this year. He’s all class, so I can’t see him dropping too far. People were happy to pay 128 pts for him last year. But I’ve got some extra cash so he holds for the moment.
Sandilands: No brainer.
Forwards:
Dalhaus: Not sure he’s the lock everyone thinks he is, but still a definite starter for mine.
Deledio: I’ll admit to have been swayed by Dimma’s thoughts. I look back 12 months and I was happy to pay 112pts for him – why wouldn’t I be happy now, to pay a much cheaper price, and a better club for him, where he’ll be desperate to show his best?
Macrae: Lock. Absolute ball-magnet.
Caddy: Thought he was ready to breakout when Danger coming across snuffed out his plans a bit. I think he’ll go 100+ - he’s got huge SC talent.
Roughead: Recent addition. The captaincy swayed me. Each of his last five season over 90, including two seasons over 100. I think he’s too hard to pass up at $360k. You pretty much know what you’re getting.
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Nice looking team, similar structure to mine but you have gone for Hrovat which is an interesting choice. At his price, you probably need to ask yourself can he lift his average by 20+ points this season to become a keeper, which given opportunities at North he might be able to do, but you risk him averaging something below a keeper and him getting stuck in that awkward, do I keep or do I trade area, and him not making much money.
I also note you have picked the top priced player from 2016 on each line...if you think they can all back it up fine, but history suggests you might end up over paying for one or two of them...just something to think about
I also note you have picked the top priced player from 2016 on each line...if you think they can all back it up fine, but history suggests you might end up over paying for one or two of them...just something to think about
Thanks mate,
I think doc danger and gawn are safe to finish in the top group of their lines, i think roo might to based on average, however will consider moving him on once the saints run at etihad finish. His average there is amazing and he'll be the best fwd mid year so from there may consider moving him on.
Hrovat is in and out for me, don't quite have enough to go up to anything of significance and don't overly like anything cheaper
I think doc danger and gawn are safe to finish in the top group of their lines, i think roo might to based on average, however will consider moving him on once the saints run at etihad finish. His average there is amazing and he'll be the best fwd mid year so from there may consider moving him on.
Hrovat is in and out for me, don't quite have enough to go up to anything of significance and don't overly like anything cheaper
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Hey guys - first time posting up my team even though I've been reading for a while.
All rookies are very subject to change - if I can save cash on them then I'll upgrade Jack to Hannebery and Goldie to Gawn, maybe Berry to McGrath.
DEF: Rance, Adams, Laird, Murphy, Scharenberg, Berry (Stewart, Ryan)
MID: Danger, Treloar, Rockliff, Fyfe, Steven, Beams, Swallow, Myers (SPP, Graham, Brown)
RUCK: Goldie, Sandi (Eagles)
FWD: Dahlhaus, Greene, Ryder, McCluggage, Ainsworth, Gallucci (Bolton, Eddy)
It's a bit of a ridiculous midfield but I figure if Beams and Swallow both fire like they can then I'll only have to upgrade one mid and I'll have my keepers. Money generated elsewhere can then go to the forwards and backs that show form out of all of the options out there that don't seem to be that easy to split coming into the season.
I change the team a lot more often than I change my undies but would be good to see what you think of this version as it'll probably stay similar until after the pre-season comp.
Cheers
All rookies are very subject to change - if I can save cash on them then I'll upgrade Jack to Hannebery and Goldie to Gawn, maybe Berry to McGrath.
DEF: Rance, Adams, Laird, Murphy, Scharenberg, Berry (Stewart, Ryan)
MID: Danger, Treloar, Rockliff, Fyfe, Steven, Beams, Swallow, Myers (SPP, Graham, Brown)
RUCK: Goldie, Sandi (Eagles)
FWD: Dahlhaus, Greene, Ryder, McCluggage, Ainsworth, Gallucci (Bolton, Eddy)
It's a bit of a ridiculous midfield but I figure if Beams and Swallow both fire like they can then I'll only have to upgrade one mid and I'll have my keepers. Money generated elsewhere can then go to the forwards and backs that show form out of all of the options out there that don't seem to be that easy to split coming into the season.
I change the team a lot more often than I change my undies but would be good to see what you think of this version as it'll probably stay similar until after the pre-season comp.
Cheers
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