AFL Draft Preview: Unpredictability Reigns Supreme
This year’s AFL draft is shaping up to be one of the most unpredictable in recent memory. With a deep and even pool of talent, clubs are facing a daunting task in selecting the right players to bolster their squads.
The Top Contenders
Richmond, with eight top-24 picks, holds the keys to the draft. Their decisions will have a ripple effect on the rest of the clubs, making them the team to watch. GWS, with three first-rounders, and Sydney, with two late first-rounders, are also poised to make significant moves.
The Phantom Draft
Here’s a possible scenario for the first round:
- Richmond – Sam Lalor (GWV Rebels/Vic Country)
A dynamic midfielder with a strong upside, Lalor is a nightmare matchup with his power and aerial ability. - North Melbourne – Alix Tauru (Gippsland Power/Vic Country)
A high-flying tall with a penchant for intercepting, Tauru fits North’s build perfectly. - Carlton – Finn O’Sullivan (Oakleigh Chargers/Vic Country)
A skilled midfielder with a strong work ethic, O’Sullivan provides immediate remedy to Carlton’s midfield unit. - BID: Brisbane – Levi Ashcroft (Sandringham Dragons/Vic Metro)
A prolific midfielder with a strong scoreboard impact, Ashcroft will attract a top-five bid. - Adelaide –
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