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    Quote Originally Posted by Rocket Science View Post
    Bravo to Big Tom Campbell who's thus far survived the bloodletting down at Arden Street.
    He's good mates with Ben Brown too.
    Good guy Tommy, hope he gets another year.
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    Quote Originally Posted by macca View Post
    North not signing Ben brown, asked to look else where. Really feel for the bloke. turned down a 3 year $750 K per year, at the start of the season. Wonder who could pick him up?

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dlxlEHUwCp0
    Collingwood if they miss out on Gunston.
    Apparently Hawks have already said no to Brown. Amazing that the top goalkicker from 2017-2019 is so out of favour.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Mofra View Post
    He's good mates with Ben Brown too.
    Good guy Tommy, hope he gets another year.
    He's under contract until the end of next year Im pretty sure

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    SUNS REMAIN ‘OPEN-MINDED’ OVER FORMER TOP-10 PICKS

    Gold Coast has confirmed two former top-10 draft picks are up for grabs in the trade period.

    But rivals will need to be prepared if they want to grab the young guns.

    Gold Coast could offload two former top-10 picks during the trade period, with Peter Wright and Will Brodie being monitored by rival clubs.

    The pair are contracted until the end of 2022, but have been linked to multiple clubs.

    Foxfooty.com.au reporter Tom Morris revealed earlier this month that the club was willing to listen to offers for Wright, with the tall on a deal worth more than $500,000 per season.

    It could force the Suns to cover some of the wages if he was to leave.

    “Guys who are that height (203cm) who kick the ball really well and get around the ground are going to generate interest,” Gold Coast footy boss Jon Haines told AFL Media.

    “From our point of view Pete‘s contracted but he’s within his rights to understand what level of interest is out there as well.

    “I think the bottom line is we‘ll be open-minded, but he sits as a contracted player.”

    In July, Morris outlined Victorian clubs believed Brodie was gettable despite being contracted, with the inside bull falling out of favour from Stuart Dew’s side.

    Essendon and Carlton are among the teams linked with the onballer.

    “We understand also he‘s a really driven young man that wants to play AFL footy,” Haines added.

    “In terms of this upcoming trade period there‘s no doubt there’ll probably be interest from other clubs in a player like Will, so we just need to see how that plays out.

    “We believe in Will, we‘re committed to him.”

    The Suns also confirmed veteran Jarrod Harbrow will play into next season, with Brayden Fiorini likely to remain at the club.
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    PADDY KEEN FOR AFL LIFELINE

    Former No. 1 draft pick Paddy McCartin says he is “good to go” for an AFL rebirth if a club is willing to take the punt on him, declaring he is “really fit” and “motivated” to return from a torrid battle with concussion.

    The 24-year-old was given the all clear to work towards a comeback by an AFL panel of concussion experts in November last year, but has spent much of the past two years on the sidelines after his eighth and most recent concussion, which came from an innocuous hit during a 2019 pre-season match in Ballarat.

    Speaking to The Age, McCartin, able to be picked up as a delisted free agent, said he understood the trepidation others may have towards his return hopes, but is feeling confident he can get back to his best given the right opportunity.

    “It has not been one of those things where I think I have to do it, I really want to do it ... and that is all off the back of the medical clearance that I was given about 10 months ago,” he said, before admitting he thought his career was over at times during 2019.

    “People say, ‘Are you sure it is worth it?’ And I honestly thought a lot of times last year that’s probably it for me.

    “I felt horrible and felt really crook and thought I don’t know whether I am going to get back from this but the decision is testament to how confident I feel in the advice I have been given from the doctors and how am I feeling.

    “(Concussion) is an emotional injury and people feel as though they are looking out for my best interests and think that it is probably best for me not to (play footy), but I would not be doing it if there was any greater risk.”

    “The main thing is that the person who is going through it gets through it and they get back to a place where they feel really happy and able to live a normal life and for me I am really hoping that is going to involve footy.”
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    Gee the suns have a good spin going on Brodie and Wright , looking to take offers but saying how good they are.
    From that i am reading they want out and while under contract they can get something for them.
    Bring back the biff

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    Who is your AFL club chasing? Every team, player and pick in mega trades state of play

    https://www.foxsports.com.au/afl/afl...36082dde6d14f4

    ADELAIDE CROWS

    Almost certain to part ways with Brad Crouch, but how they do so is the intriguing part. They won’t be happy with anything less than a mid first-round pick and so if a deal from a rival club isn’t jaw-dropping (and therefore doesn’t lead to a commensurate compensation pick) expect the Crows to match the offer and force a trade. Orazio Fantasia is undergoing independent medical testing, which will then be passed onto both Adelaide and Port Adelaide. Much of the talk surrounding Essendon suggests it is not a happy place, so expect Fantasia to request a trade to South Australia. There are plenty of trade targets at GWS, but the Crows are targeting Jackson Hately, 2018’s Pick 14, who hails from South Australia. Notoriously unlucky at the selection table for the Giants, so he is a live chance to head elsewhere. Daniel Talia will struggle to be part of the Crows’ next flag and Essendon are lurking as suitors. Adelaide aren’t overly keen to part ways with him, but if his mind is made up, they can bolster their draft hand as much as possible to help progress their rebuild.

    Draft picks

    1, 8, 20, 31, 44, 48, 60, 74, 92

    BRISBANE LIONS

    Remember when players couldn’t get out of Brisbane quick enough? It’s a distant memory now, as Chris Fagan and his side have transformed themselves into a destination club. If Joe Daniher leaves Essendon, it’s the Lions who look the frontrunners at the moment. They have the cap space, the lifestyle and the good medical track record Daniher would be searching for. There’s been some chatter of Ben Brown as a potential pick up, but his suitors in Victoria would leave him far less likely to head interstate than Daniher, who is bursting to get out of the Victorian footy fishbowl. Through good list management, the Lions have some genuine cap space to play with, which could allow them to go after Jeremy Cameron, even though it seems the Giant will either stay put or head to the Cats. Speaking of the Cats, expect luckless speedster Nakia Cockatoo to join the Lions at year’s end, with the 23-year-old and former Pick 10 to join former teammate Lincoln McCarthy in the hope of a similar resurgence. Out-of-contract Giants midfielder Xavier O’Halloran is also in the sights of the Lions, with the 20-year-old a likely casualty of GWS’ cap squeeze if they manage to keep Jeremy Cameron.

    Draft picks

    18, 19, 40, 64, 80, 90

    CARLTON

    They’ll get Zac Williams, but at what cost? The Blues are offering him at least $850,000 a year over five years, which is an extraordinary amount for someone who has had injury struggles and has not played anywhere near as many midfield minutes as he’ll be asked to do at Carlton. The Blues are also eyeing off Adam Saad should he part ways with arch rival Essendon. Mitch McGovern remains contracted beyond 2020 but has been well below-par since arriving at the Blues - still, it’s hard to see the club parting with any of their tall forwards at the moment despite having an abundance of them. If Saad wants out and the Bombers lose Daniher, they may well want McGovern and you’d make that deal in a heartbeat if you were Carlton. Last but certainly not least, the Blues believe Jack Viney is gettable and will be competing with Geelong for his services if he decides to leave the Dees.

    Draft picks

    7, 27, 45, 81, 99

    COLLINGWOOD

    They don’t have a whole lot of salary cap room left if they re-sign both Jordan De Goey and Darcy Moore, but with a scoring drop-off a big reason for their eighth-placed finish, the Magpies are keen for some forward line help. Could Jack Gunston solve the problem? The 28-year-old three-time premiership player is a priority target for list manager Ned Guy, reported Foxfooty.com.au’s Tom Morris. The Hawks have said they’re not keen to ship off their remaining stars for draft picks but you’ll often hear that as a bargaining position. Ben Brown is definitely available and could swap one set of stripes for another. He’s more of a typical key forward and his value has dropped quite a bit. Could both of the Pies’ picks in the 30s, or one and a sweetener, get a trade done? Peter Wright would be the next option in line, and Gold Coast may be willing to pay some of his healthy salary to offload him. Delisted Fremantle forward Cam McCarthy said a few weeks ago he has always wanted to play for the Magpies.

    Draft picks

    12, 35, 39, 68, 84

    ESSENDON

    There’s a bit of unrest at the Bombers, and it could see a few more players leave than expected. The obvious one is Joe Daniher, who wanted to head to Sydney last year and hasn’t said otherwise since. As a restricted free agent, the Dons can either match whatever offer he receives or use the threat of it to force a trade. After just eight games in two seasons, would a first-round pick and maybe a sweetener be enough? Adam Saad leaving would be a major blow but he wants to play in a successful side with teams including Melbourne, Carlton and Richmond in the hunt, although latest signs suggest he should re-sign. Cale Hooker and Michael Hurley are both on the back ends of their careers and weren’t thrilled with how Tom Bellchambers’ retirement was handled. Orazio Fantasia still appears keen to head home to South Australia at some point. Now for the potential ins. Ben Brown looms as a potential Daniher replacement, or the Suns’ Peter Wright if they miss out on him, while the Bombers are keen on his teammate Will Brodie plus two young Giants, Jye Caldwell and Xavier O’Halloran. Could they pull veteran defender Daniel Talia out of Adelaide? He’s contracted for another year but played with incoming coach Ben Rutten. Foxfooty.com.au’s Tom Morris reported the Dons are interested in lockdown Saints defender Ben Paton. Finally it seems extremely unlikely but they’ve at least let Jordan De Goey and his dad, who’s managing him at the moment, know they’re interested.

    Draft picks

    6, 42, 61, 69, 70, 79, 97

    FREMANTLE

    It was easy to see from the outside that Justin Longmuir isn’t a huge fan of Connor Blakely. The 24-year-old midfielder played 13 or more games in the previous four seasons but added just five to his career tally in 2020, only squeezing into the side between Rounds 9 and 14. Sydney reportedly noted him down as an option following an impressive multi-club scratch match performance, while Geelong and Essendon are tracking him. The other burning question surrounds the future of Jesse Hogan. He played just seven games this year and was unsuccessfully trialled in defence while out of the senior side. He’s contracted until the end of 2021, but with Matt Taberner making the All-Australian side, could a club lure Hogan? Seven reported earlier this month he’s “open” to leaving WA.

    Draft picks

    10, 29, 98

    GEELONG CATS

    With the careers of many veterans, including Gary Ablett, expected to come to a close and three first round picks, it could be a busy trade period for Stephen Wells. The Cats have done a nice job of striking the balance between building for a premiership charge and getting young talent through the doors, and expect them to do the same in 2020. They’re a strong chance of getting a midfielder in, having been linked strongly to Adelaide’s Brad Crouch and looming as a potential new home for Jack Viney, given the sameness of the Demons midfield. They were in the hunt for Shaun Higgins last year until he re-signed at North Melbourne, but they’re expected to try again given the Kangaroos’ need for a rebuild. They’re in the mix for a big forward too, with Coleman medallist Tom Hawkins nearing the end. If Joe Daniher wants to stay in Victoria but escape the Melbourne bubble, the Cats make some sense, while they’ve long been linked with Jeremy Cameron given his similar desire to avoid the media spotlight. Cameron has wanted to negotiate with the Giants all year but if they can’t fit him into their salary cap, the Cats could pounce. They have interest in young GWS pair Jye Caldwell and Xavier O’Halloran and are said to have Hawthorn’s Luke Breust “on the whiteboard”. Looking the other way, there’s a real chance Nakia Cockatoo becomes the latest injury-prone Cat to head to Brisbane.

    Draft picks

    11, 15, 16, 34, 88

    GOLD COAST SUNS

    The Suns are in an interesting position after a promising season which suggests finals could be coming a year or two earlier than most predicted. Could they try and lure a big fish in the form of Ben Brown? The Kangaroos forward’s management has sounded them out. The Suns also have some interest in Richmond defender Nathan Broad. Expect them to consider sending Peter Wright and Will Brodie away, with both players on higher pay packets than you’d want given their spots in the best 22. There’s a good chance they could pay a portion of either or both players’ wages at their new homes.

    Draft picks

    5, 24, 36, 72, 78, 96

    GWS GIANTS

    Where to begin with the Giants? They’ll lost Zac Williams to Carlton and Aidan Corr to North Melbourne, but they could lose even more players given their current cap squeeze. So much depends on Jeremy Cameron, whose negotiations with the club are ongoing. If he re-signs, expect a decent number of fringe players to head elsewhere. Jackson Hately looks to be a prime target for Adelaide, while St Kilda, Essendon and Geelong are all interested in Jye Caldwell. Shane Mumford is still yet to officially announce his plans for 2021, but either way the Giants would want to get a player like Braydon Preuss across just to give them some form of presence in the ruck. Brisbane, Essendon and Geelong are all keen on Xavier O’Halloran too, another talented young midfielder who will struggle to get opportunity given the Giants’ midfield stocks remain considerable. Once Jeremy Cameron’s mind is made up, expect the Giants to move swiftly.

    Draft picks

    28, 46, 66, 82, 100

    HAWTHORN

    Clarko has always excelled at going into the trade period with the aim to recruit stars from other clubs to push for a premiership. This season, the reverse may apply if the club gets its way, with some premiership stars going out the door to secure high-end draft picks and try fast-track their rebuild / list rejuvenation. Collingwood are keen on Jack Gunston while Geelong have Luke Breust “on the whiteboard”. The only veteran linked to the club is Ben Brown, whose manager Adam Ramanauskas has reached out to multiple teams, including Hawthorn. If they can get him on the cheap, could they make one last push for the finals before a rebuild? If they are serious about injecting more young talent into their side, they should look to the Giants given there is likely to be more than one youngster for the taking if Jeremy Cameron recommits on significant money.

    Draft picks

    4, 21, 41, 43, 59, 67, 77, 95

    MELBOURNE

    The most intriguing part of their trade moves could centre around Ben Brown and Tom McDonald. Melbourne are desperate for a consistent, true key forward to support Sam Weideman and Bailey Fritsch and they look set to part ways with McDonald if they get the right deal for him. His defensive capabilities could appeal to the Roos. Also of note is Jared Polec, with the Dees crying out for another genuine winger to support Ed Langdon. Expect both clubs to have some crossover this trade period. Jack Viney‘s future continues to hang in the balance, with both Carlton and Geelong seeing him as a genuine chance to jump ship. Simon Goodwin is a huge fan of Viney and with the 26-year-old a restricted free agent the club may play hard ball (in true Viney fashion) to force a trade. The Dees are one of at least four clubs watching Adam Saad‘s situation with interest. Angus Brayshaw is contracted until the end of 2022, but if Viney stays then expect clubs to ask the question. It would be a surprise if Braydon Preuss is at the club next year given his standing in the pecking order and the fact both Sydney and GWS are in need of a ruckman.

    Draft picks

    23, 47, 62, 63, 83
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    NORTH MELBOURNE

    All but certain to farewell Ben Brown, which begs the question: why confirm publicly you’ve told him to look elsewhere? His already declining trade value took another big hit with that news, so it’s hard to see the Kangaroos getting a heap for him, which is bizarre to say after his previous three seasons. It will be interesting to see what role Tom McDonald could play in the trade, with the Melbourne forward in a similar position to Brown heading into the trade period. Jared Polec is another who looks set to leave despite having three years to run on a lucrative deal. Melbourne need another genuine winger to compliment Ed Langdon, but the minutia of Polec’s remaining salary and North’s asking price will play a big part in any potential trade. Shaun Higgins will get to Geelong if they’re willing to offer him a contract beyond 2021 and commensurate value at the trade table. Aidan Corr will arrive at the Roos on what could be up to a five-year deal. Another former Giant in Zac Williams had interest and a decent offer on the table to join him, but has opted for Carlton on a wage that has left several scratching their heads. No shortage of suitors for Adam Saad as he continues to weigh up his future at Essendon, with North Melbourne one of the sides watching closely.

    Draft picks

    2, 9, 25, 57, 65, 75, 93

    PORT ADELAIDE

    His name has been linked to the Power, but it’s hard to see Brad Crouch joining them given where their list is currently at. He’s likely set for the Cats and the only times he has brought up the Power have been when he has been directly asked about it. Orazio Fantasia is a far more likely project for Ken Hinkley. They lost a dynamic small forward in Chad Wingard a couple of years back and Fantasia would fit into that role brilliantly if he were to come across. The only thing counting against the Power’s ability at the trade table is their draft hand, which is weak as a result of their calculated moves in previous off-seasons. Jackson Hately is a live chance to head home to South Australia, but Adelaide would be the clear frontrunner on a needs basis.

    Draft picks

    26, 30, 37, 50, 55, 91

    RICHMOND

    They’ve kept Jack Graham at the club after he was linked to several others, which is a plus. The other out-of-contract Tiger drawing interest is Nathan Broad, with Gold Coast one of the lead contenders with close friend and former teammate Brandon Ellis making the move there last year. Richmond are one of at least four Victorian clubs linked to Adam Saad as the Essendon speedster continues to mull over his future. Saad has said himself he is driven by the quest for a premiership and none of his other suitors could boast being as close to one as the Tigers. There was some interest around Callum Coleman-Jones even though he’s tied to the club until the end of 2021, but his COVID-19 breach hasn’t exactly upped his value to other sides. Toby Nankervis is still without a contract beyond this year, but a serious knee injury to Ivan Soldo will boost his chances of another contract. Three interesting case studies are Marlion Pickett, Jake Aarts and Derek Eggmolesse-Smith. All three remain on the rookie list and are entitled to reject another rookie contract at the end of the year and become unrestricted free agents if they choose. With list sizes to be cut and rookie numbers with it, at least one of that trio may well be looking elsewhere for opportunity.

    Draft picks

    17, 32, 53, 71, 89

    ST KILDA

    The main thing they had to do was secure the future of captain-in-waiting Jack Steele, which they’ve done to the delight of Saints fans. It’s a battle between them and Geelong for the signature of Shaun Higgins should he decide to leave, but the Cats look the leaders on this one at the moment given their past interest and stronger draft hand. The Bombers are one of multiple clubs interested in Ben Paton, which could give the Saints some more draft picks to play with, bit Paton’s performances have been quietly brilliant and he has become a part of their side they won’t want to lose. Jye Caldwell is on the radar of several Victorian clubs, but his upbringing as a Saints fan might have Brett Ratten quietly confident. If they’re looking to get some more leverage in the draft, Jack Lonie is being circled by several clubs, with the Western Bulldogs leading the charge.

    Draft picks

    14, 58, 73, 86

    SYDNEY SWANS

    Connor Blakely reportedly caught the eye of Swans recruiters during a multi-club scratch match late in the season. He fell out of favour at Fremantle this year under new coach Justin Longmuir. Arguably their biggest trade win was avoiding one for Tom Papley, with the star forward declaring he’s staying put after a failed trade request to Carlton last year. Joe Daniher asked for a trade to the Swans last year but Brisbane appear the frontrunners for his services in 2021. Ross Lyon has encouraged the Swans to once again snare a player for GWS’ clutches and make a play for Jeremy Cameron, whose contract negotiations continue to stall. We know Cameron is pretty happy in Sydney, so if he can’t fit into the Giants’ cap, there’s only one alternative that wouldn’t force him to move interstate. The Swans and Giants are also in the hunt for Braydon Preuss, who looks set to head to a third club, and would be a huge addition to the red and white ruck stocks.

    Draft picks

    3, 22, 54, 56, 76, 94

    WEST COAST EAGLES

    With no first-round pick and a star-studded, veteran side, we’re not expecting a whole lot of movement from the 2018 premiers. Jarrod Brander, who went to school in Geelong, has been linked to the Cats for a couple of years but there’s nothing strong there right now.

    Draft picks

    33, 51, 52, 87

    WESTERN BULLDOGS

    Not too much on the radar for the Dogs currently. They’re very keen on out-of-contract Saint Jack Lonie and would be in with a chance for Giants youngster Xavier O’Halloran if he left, but apart from that the Dogs are in a holding pattern after quite the active trade period last year.

    Draft picks

    13, 38, 49, 85
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    The price you have to pay: All the top trade targets and their market value

    https://www.afl.com.au/news/510958/t...r-market-value

    The out-of-contract stars

    JORDAN DE GOEY (COLL)

    Draft picks: Two mid-to-late first-round picks
    Value on open market: $850,000-950,000

    De Goey has said it's his desire to remain with the Pies but rivals will continue to ask the question until he officially inks a new contract. The proven match-winner will start next season as a 25-year-old and is still two seasons off free agency. These type of players don't become available all too often.

    DARCY MOORE (COLL)

    Draft picks: Two mid-to-late first-round picks
    Value on open market: $800,000-900,000

    All signs point to Moore re-signing with the Pies and to this point, all discussions are heading in the right direction. Fresh off his maiden AFL All-Australian blazer, Moore would be the most valuable intercepting defender in the game.

    ADAM SAAD (ESS)

    Draft picks: End of first-round / early second-round pick
    Value on open market: $550,000-650,000 per season

    Will spend the next week with family weighing up whether to accept a four-year offer from the Bombers or to look elsewhere. North Melbourne and Carlton are the two leading contenders of a number of clubs who have shown interest. The 26-year-old, who has spent three seasons at the Bombers after crossing from Gold Coast, has sought further clarity on his role under new coach Ben Rutten.

    BEN BROWN (NM)

    Draft picks: Second-round pick
    Value on open market: $550,000-650,000 per season

    Rival clubs raised their eyebrows this week at North Melbourne's decision to place Brown on the table publicly. Others believe it will cost the Roos leverage at the bargaining table because he simply can't return to Arden Street. His agent Adam Ramanauskas told RSN on Friday it was a "staggering" call for a player who kicked more goals than any other across 2017-2019. The 27-year-old will have a number of interested parties, however, expect suitors to throw themselves into the Brown market once Joe Daniher and Jeremy Cameron make their calls. The Roos will need to rely on a bidding war to receive adequate compensation.

    JYE CALDWELL (GWS)

    Draft picks: Late first-round / early second-round pick
    Value on open market: $400,000-500,000 per season

    Will soon return to Sydney where he will make a call on his future between the Giants and a number of clubs, headlined by St Kilda with a long-term offer. Caldwell turns 20 next week and has played 11 games across two seasons after being taken at No.11 in the star-studded 2018 NAB AFL Draft. The usual going rate for a gun third-year midfielder is upwards of $350,000 but rivals may need to offer a touch more to get him out.

    JOSH DAICOS (COLLINGWOOD)

    Draft picks: Early-to-mid second-round pick
    Value on open market: $400,000-500,000 per season

    Still most likely to stay at the Pies on a multi-year deal but will have to knock back bigger offers in order to do so. The 21-year-old has enjoyed a breakout 2020 campaign, playing all but one game and proven himself as one of the best kicks inside 50 in the competition.

    TOBY NANKERVIS (RICH)

    Draft picks: Early-to-mid second-round pick
    Value on open market: $450,000-550,000 per season

    The whole situation around Nankervis changed the moment Tigers premiership ruck partner Ivan Soldo ruptured his ACL, ruling him out of the entire 2021 season. Before that point, rivals had believed the 26-year-old Nankervis was gettable with Soldo poised to pass him as the Tigers' No.1 big man. Will still have offers to leave but the Tigers can't afford to lose him. Crossed to the Tigers for pick 46 at the end of 2016 but now has two flags to his name.

    NATHAN BROAD (RICH)

    Draft picks: Mid-to-late second-round pick
    Value on open market: $400,000-500,000

    A latecomer to the AFL, the 27-year-old looks headed for a new home to cash in on the payday he missed out on early in his career. And who can blame him? The dual premiership defender now has 67 games under his belt but has been overlooked for selection in recent weeks. Would suit a developing club like Gold Coast looking for a calm head in defence. The Suns are one of several clubs who have interest.

    JACKSON HATELY (GWS)

    Draft picks: Mid-to-late second round pick
    Value on open market: $300,000-400,000 per season

    Has played 13 games in his two seasons at the Giants after being taken at pick No.14 in the 2018 NAB AFL Draft. The South Australian has interest from the Crows to return home, but don't expect them to pay through the roof for a player entering his third season.

    XAVIER O'HALLORAN (GWS)


    Draft picks: Mid-to-late second round pick
    Value on open market: $250,000-350,000 per season

    Broke through for two games this year in his second AFL season but has been a victim of the Giants' abundance of midfield depth. Pick 22 in the 2018 NAB AFL Draft, O'Halloran will have suitors in his home state of Victoria should he wish to return. Entering his third season, it's hard to expect he will get much over the AFL average.

    JACK LONIE (STK)

    Draft picks: Late second-round / early third-round pick
    Value on open market: $250,000-350,000 per season

    Could Lonie be this year's Dan Butler? Has been in and out of the Saints' line-up this year and is under a cloud for the first final with a knee injury. Last year's Butler acquisition shows how valuable a small forward can be to a new club. If Lonie can't land a new deal at the Saints he will have suitors elsewhere.

    NAKIA COCKATOO (GEEL)


    Draft picks: Third-round pick
    Value on open market: $250,000-350,000

    Destined to land in Brisbane and follow the lead of former teammate Lincoln McCarthy who turned his body around up north. The Lions have held an interest in the explosive Cockatoo for some time and will back their medical team to get him on the park after two games in three seasons. Like the deal for McCarthy, the Cats won't dig their heels in at the trade table.
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    Free agents

    JEREMY CAMERON (GWS)

    Draft picks: First-round compensation pick
    Value on open market: $950,000-1.1m per season

    Still most likely to stay with the Giants but was quoted in July saying he'd re-sign soon after the contract freeze lifted and he's still yet to put pen to paper. Geelong is his strongest suitor and the Cats are awaiting an answer from Cameron before they progress elsewhere. One of the highest-paid players in the game in 2020, the 2019 Coleman medallist had a frustrating season. Still, for a player at 27 and with his proven goalscoring history, his value remains strong.

    ZAC WILLIAMS (GWS)

    Draft picks: First-round compensation pick
    Value on open market: $800,000-900,000 per season

    Locked in on a long-term deal at Carlton believed to be upwards of $800,000 per season after the Blues edged out North Melbourne for his services. It will net the Giants a first-round compensation pick that will fall after their first selection at pick eight (a selection that's in the possession of the Crows after a trade last year).

    JACK VINEY (MELB)

    Draft picks: First-round compensation pick
    Value on open market: $700,000-800,000 per season

    Viney's agent Tom Petroro said last week his client has a decision to make on his future. Still a chance the 26-year-old stays at Melbourne with negotiations ongoing after the Demons' opening offer was deemed underwhelming for a former captain who this week finished third in the best and fairest. Viney comes off a strong contract signed in 2016 and while his 2018 was hampered by injury, he has since put together two impressive seasons. Now that Jack Graham has told Carlton he's staying at Richmond, do the Blues go all-in on Viney and join Geelong as one of several interested parties?

    JOE DANIHER (ESS)

    Draft picks: First-round / end-of-first-round compensation pick
    Value on open market: $700,000-800,000 per season

    Looms as the most fascinating contract of all restricted free agents. Provided there's several suitors, Daniher will have no problems in securing a sizeable contract. But it's the length of term that will concern some given his body history and the fact he's played 15 games in three seasons. As reported by AFL.com.au this week, Essendon is prepared to offer up to four years. But if a rival – such as Brisbane, Sydney or Geelong – comes with something similar and the Bombers are only headed for an end-of-first-round compensation, do they match the bid and force a trade?

    BRAD CROUCH (ADELAIDE)

    Draft picks: First-round / end-of-first-round compensation pick
    Value on open market: $650,000-750,000 per season

    The Victorian is searching for a five-year contract and admitted this week he doesn't have a contract offer from the Crows. He looks to be out the door but now it's about finding a club willing to offer enough that will secure Adelaide a first-round compensation pick (would fall at pick No.2). Five years at more than $700,000 would likely be enough and it would avoid the Crows matching and forcing a trade. Like all restricted free agents, suitors would be willing to pay more for the contract to avoid a trade, however the interesting watch on Crouch will be the length of term, given his history of soft tissue injuries. Geelong has interest and while Port Adelaide have been linked, it's unlikely they'll offer five years.

    AIDAN CORR (GREATER WESTERN SYDNEY)

    Draft picks: Second-round / end-of-second-round compensation pick
    Value on open market: $400,000-500,000

    Headed for North Melbourne after indicating to the Giants earlier this month of his wish to return to Victoria. A proven first-choice defender of his quality moving clubs would likely command a wage above the AFL average. Length of term will determine where the Giants' compensation pick falls.

    RORY ATKINS (ADEL)

    Draft picks: End-of-second-round / third-round compensation pick
    Value on open market: $350,000-450,000

    All but certain to be at Gold Coast next year on a four-year deal estimated at around $400,000. Free agency compensation will be a handy addition to Adelaide's rebuild for a player that was often overlooked this season.

    ISAAC SMITH (HAW)

    Draft picks: Third-round compensation pick or nothing
    Value on open market: $350,000-400,000

    Ideally searching for a two-year contract and it could still come at Hawthorn. But Smith admitted on RSN radio this week he wasn't 100 per cent sure what his future held. Carlton and Melbourne are among the parties having a look at the triple premiership wingman who turns 32 in December but is only 10 years into his career.
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    And those contracted…

    ORAZIO FANTASIA (ESS)

    Draft picks: Early-to-mid second-round pick
    Value on open market: $450,000-550,000

    Has undergone independent medical testing that will give Adelaide and Port Adelaide greater clarity on what's been holding him back in 2020. The speedy forward managed only five games this season due to constant soft tissue setbacks. His value has dropped from 12 months ago when he was seeking more than $600,000 to depart but is again weighing up his future. The bargaining power for Essendon will have also lowered given he now only has one year left on a contract and was been unable to reach his best this year.

    SHAUN HIGGINS (NM)

    Draft picks: Second-round pick
    Value on open market: $400,000-500,000

    Told to look elsewhere earlier this month if he wanted to secure his future on a two-year deal. The smooth-moving midfielder, who starts next year at 33, still has one year to run on his contract at the Roos but will weigh up a move elsewhere with Geelong keen and St Kilda registering its interest. His deal for next season at the Roos would be well in excess of $400,000 but another club may smooth it out over a second year to offer career security. It may also see the Roos pay a portion to ensure an adequate trade return.

    JARED POLEC (NM)

    Draft picks: Second or third-round pick
    Value on open market: $500,000-600,000

    Still has three years and upwards of $1.6 million left on a front-ended contract he signed when crossing from Port Adelaide at the end of 2017. Finished seventh in last year's best and fairest but fell out of favour this season and was dropped twice. Provided they're looked after with a reasonable pick, the Roos would be willing to entertain offers for the 27-year-old wingman and pay some of his wage for next season. Now it's about finding the right suitor.

    TOM McDONALD (MELB)

    Draft picks: Late second-round pick
    Value on open market: $450,000-550,000

    Overlooked late in the season with the Demons' finals hopes hanging by a thread, McDonald may need to look elsewhere to progress his AFL career. Has battled injuries and form since signing a four-year extension to 2022 early in his breakout 2018 campaign that netted 53 goals. With two years to run on his current deal, a potential suitor could look to smooth his contract out over three or four years to fit his existing deal into their cap.

    PETER WRIGHT (GC)

    Draft picks: Third-round pick
    Value on open market: $350,000-450,000

    The 24-year-old has two years left on a healthy contract he signed in early 2019. Failed to feature at AFL level this season season and was emergency more than 10 times, watching Ben King rush by him in the pecking order and Sam Day get picked as the preferred forward/ruck option. The Suns will entertain offers for their 203cm tall, but suitors will only emerge once Jeremy Cameron, Joe Daniher and Ben Brown have their futures sorted.

    ALEX WITHERDEN (BL)

    Draft picks: Second-round pick
    Value on open market: $300,000-400,000

    Missed just two games across 2018-2019 but has been reduced to six matches this campaign with youngster Brandon Starcevich and recruits Grant Birchall and Callum Ah Chee picked ahead of him. Has two years to run on his current deal, and while the Lions won't want to lose him, Victorian clubs are already lining up for the 22-year-old who has proven himself as an astute ball user out of the back half.

    BRAYDON PREUSS (MELB)

    Draft picks: Early third-round pick
    Value on open market: $300,000-400,000

    Is it time for Preuss to look for his third club? Arrived at Melbourne on a four-year deal at the end of 2018 with the hope of playing in tandem with Max Gawn. That happened just once this season, with Preuss playing two other matches – including a win over Brodie Grundy – in Gawn's absence. It will be hard for the Demons to stand in his way given they've also brought in No.3 pick Luke Jackson since Preuss' arrival. Has already gained interest from Sydney and Greater Western Sydney.

    CONNOR BLAKELY (FREM)

    Draft picks: Late second-round / early third-round pick
    Value on open market: $350,000-450,000

    Will be open to a trade if suitors emerge. However, expect things to only ramp up closer to Trade Period when other inside midfielders including Brad Crouch and Jack Viney settle on decisions. Blakely, who starts next year at 24, signed a contract until 2022 just three weeks before Ross Lyon was sacked last season. Limited to five games this year under new coach Justin Longmuir.

    WILL BRODIE (GC)

    Draft picks: Late third-round pick
    Value on open market: $250,000-350,000

    Both Brodie and Gold Coast are both on the same page that a fresh start would be the best result. Now it's about finding a suitor that will take on his current deal that has two years to run. Like a few other contracted players, he will need to wait for some of the high-profile midfield free agents to make their calls. Essendon is crying out for a big-bodied midfielder, and with Ollie Wines now to stay at Port Adelaide, attention could turn to Brodie.

    CHARLIE CONSTABLE (GEEL)

    Draft picks: Third-round pick
    Value on open market: $250,000-350,000

    Looking for a new home but will need to see where the cards fall elsewhere. After seven games last year, the 21-year-old played just two this year with the Cats committing to Brandan Parfitt and Cam Guthrie as inside midfielders to partner Patrick Dangerfield and Joel Selwood. With the Cats considering Shaun Higgins, a number of free agents and having last year's first-round pick Cooper Stephens up their sleeve, it's time for Constable to seek greater opportunities.
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    Preuss on the move. At just 25 years old, could be a good pickup
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    Preuss on the move. At just 25 years old, could be a good pickup
    Do you have to question his confidence and his self belief.

    Apparently two weeks ago he was happy with his lot and it appeared that way when he was at North.

    Wonder if he truly believes he can be a number one ruck?
    More of an In Bruges guy?

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    Quote Originally Posted by azabob View Post
    Do you have to question his confidence and his self belief.

    Apparently two weeks ago he was happy with his lot and it appeared that way when he was at North.

    Wonder if he truly believes he can be a number one ruck?
    Why would you leave North to go to a club with Gawn if you wanted to be number 1
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    Would we have any interest in Polec? I honestly don't know the pros and cons about him as a player but from what I've seen he can certainly play. If Norf cough up some of his salary I can see him sitting on a wing opposite Hunter. You have to wonder though what the reasons are that the Kangas are keen to move him on.
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