WOOF Phantom Drafts

[Go_Dogs]

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The pick swaps have made it very interesting early, clubs can be a little more needs based in balancing selections outside the first few picks if they have multiple top 25 selections.

Naughton at 5 opens it up a bit, will get very interesting if the Pies go tall with Brander or Balta which I suspect they might.

Saints will then no doubt take the next 2 names on our list, but I think we will do well at 9 and then hope we can balance that at 16. Goal kickers would be great like Doc said, along with some pace. It’s probably too early but I’m seeing appeal in Daniels there (16).

[bulldogsthru&thru]

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I tend to agree the Saints should be all over him if he is still available, Brayshaw for that matter as well. They needs mids that can run and use the ball well.

It's this reason why I was quite frustrated with the saints insipid effort in their last game against the tigers. They have similar midfield needs to us so with them having two picks right before us means they may take the 2 next best prospects we may have taken with 9. Hopefully a decent tall defender is available and they use a pick there

[GVGjr]

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Back to the biggest question in the world. Not God, but do we go best available. Or with our talls now, and mids throughout 9-16, do we draft the best mids available?

We go with the clearly best available if that is evident.

[GVGjr]

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It's this reason why I was quite frustrated with the saints insipid effort in their last game against the tigers. They have similar midfield needs to us so with them having two picks right before us means they may take the 2 next best prospects we may have taken with 9. Hopefully a decent tall defender is available and they use a pick there

Yes, they also have needs with a tall defender so maybe Balta or Brander might balance things out for them. Mind you whats to say we don't want one of the taller boys ourselves?

I still think Brayshaw would be a solid selection for us if he was available.

[Ghost Dog]

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With 8 selections before our pick 16 held by interstate teams, and the strong go-home fear that exists, we might find more local Vic lads slipping through.

One feels players are getting more vocal and more power about the go home factor. So I'm hoping a few slip through the net because of this and we get a bargain.

[The Doctor]

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Callum Twomey likes Nick Coffield for us. Doubt he will be there at our pick but you never know!

http://www.afl.com.au/news/2017-10-21/your-top-pick-who-will-your-club-draft-first

[Bulldog4life]

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It's this reason why I was quite frustrated with the saints insipid effort in their last game against the tigers. They have similar midfield needs to us so with them having two picks right before us means they may take the 2 next best prospects we may have taken with 9. Hopefully a decent tall defender is available and they use a pick there

They did trade for a tall defender from Port, Logan Austin.

[Dancin' Douggy]

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Skill and pace. Skill and Pace. Skill and pace. Rinse wash and repeat.

[choconmientay]

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TheRoar Phantom Draft from Josh Elliott. LINK

Pick 9 – Western Bulldogs – Nick Coffield
190cm, 85kg

An attacking defender who may wind up a midfielder, Coffield’s height gives him the ability to match up on a versatile range of opponents.

Having lost Bob Murphy and Matthew Boyd to retirement this year, Coffield could be a logical acquisition for the Bulldogs as someone who can slot into a similar role.

***Pick 16 – Richmond Tigers (matching bid from Western Bulldogs) – Patrick Naish
180cm, 69kg

A slightly-built outside midfielder/forward, Naish will likely join the Tigers as a father-son pick. As is always the case with players of his size, the question on him is how much he can eventually bulk up.

Pick 17 – Western Bulldogs – Noah Balta
194cm, 92kg

Balta is a bit difficult to place in the draft due to not having really settled in one position and being a more raw prospect than some, but his athleticism and booming kick put him in the conversation as one of the best talls in the draft.

[GVGjr]

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Thanks choconmientay

Cerra would be a great pickup at 9 for us. Excellent kick and a good versatile midfielder.

[choconmientay]

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Thanks choconmientay

Cerra would be a great pickup at 9 for us. Excellent kick and a good versatile midfielder.

Sorry G. I deleted the other post with Matt Balmer's Early Phantom Draft because I saw it was posted back in page 2 by doc26.

[choconmientay]

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FOXSports
October 23, 2017 9:09pm
RILEY BEVERIDGE

WESTERN BULLDOGS

PICK 9: DARCY FOGARTY
Clubs: Glenelg/South Australia
Position: Utility
Size: 192cm, 92kg

Mick Ablett says: “He’s the Jake Stringer replacement. He’s had an interrupted year with a minor knee injury that he had a bit of surgery on. But he’s outstanding. You could see him taken with Pick 1. If he gets through to Pick 9, the Bulldogs would be absolutely licking their lips. He’s played senior footy at the age of 17 for Glenelg. He’s a forward that we’ve also seen down back. He dominated a trial game over in South Australia at the start of the year. He’s eventually going to push up into the midfield as well.”

PICK 16: HUNTER CLARK
Clubs: Dandenong/Vic Country
Position: Midfield/Half-Back
Size: 186cm, 79kg

Mick Ablett says: “He’s a perfect fit for the Dogs. You lose Robert Murphy and that outside class and delivery. This young fella has had a huge second half of the year. His work on the inside is outstanding. He’s tough. He’s averaged 27 disposals, six clearances and six tackles for the Stingrays. He had a fantastic day on Grand Final day in the All-Star game. He would really add some class. Think Travis Johnstone with his ability both sides of the body.”

[hujsh]

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Think Travis Johnstone with his ability both sides of the body.”

It's always more interesting when they find examples that aren't Pendlebury, Dusty, Rioli, Fyfe etc.

[kruder]

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FOXSports
October 23, 2017 9:09pm
RILEY BEVERIDGE

Not a bad combination really you would be happy with that. With 2 picks inside the first round I'm keen for us to have a crack at someone with big upside such as Bonner or Fogarty at one of our picks. If you look at our list we have a lot of depth but lack real X factor obviously compounded by trading Stringer, I just think its time for Dally to walk on the wild side a little.

[GVGjr]

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FOXSports
October 23, 2017 9:09pm
RILEY BEVERIDGE

Interesting selections. There is a bit of risk in Fogarty but a lot of reward if he comes good. Clark is a versatile mid who is probably best suited to being a defender initially.