14pts below his best season coming in; 24 years old; only other ruck is a dinosaur.
Any good SCer should ask the question!
I've asked that question.
Looking at his scores breakdown during his career best season to date...
- 1 x 200+
- 8 x 100+ (of which 6 were 120+)
- 2 x 90-99
- 6 x less than 73
Without the 204 he averages 96 which I feel is more within his range.
I've no doubt that he still has natural improvements left in him but it's the number of low scores which is of greatest concern for me. If he could learn how to turn those 50's and 60's into 70's and 80's then you're looking at a circa 5 points improvements right there. Do I trust him enough to do it this year...?
He's right in calculation for my team as a viable R2 play with a view of being a forward keeper as I feel that his range will be 85-105 with a slight upside if the planets align for him.