2022 Draft Watch

[EasternWest]

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This kid is backing himself in. I want him

Didn't Jimmy Toumpas say similar stuff?

[Bornadog]

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Didn't Jimmy Toumpas say similar stuff?

Jimmy who

[Grantysghost]

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I've watched the first half - didn't notice him at all.

I've made a list of what I have seen though ranked by where I think I'd pick them :

1. Hewitt WA wow looks ready made a real talent - clearly the best player out there if Ashcroft is #1 this guy is number -5.
2. Darcy Jones WA quick and incredibly skillful, has a fair sidestep
3. Sheezel VICM done nothing since the first 5 mins but you can tell he's going to be very good
4. Mckenzie VICM I think he's a Saints NGA, ahhh bad luck hes not going past 15
5. Steely Greene WA really composed balanced and skillful type that appears a natural footballer
6. Jefferson VICM Tall forward looks very likely. Nice mark, and very good kick for goal.

Ok after the second half I'll refine ze list.

1. Hewitt
2. Ashcroft (smooth, clean, skillfull, great positioning and reading of the play bit of a clearance king)
3. Jefferson
4. Jones
5. Sheezel
6. Mackenzie

@MJP I actually saw what others see in Busslinger in parts there. Was quiet but does look a likely type.

I'm going to have to watch all the games now, what have I done.

[Stevo]

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I try and read the new posts on this thread every 2 days because its a one stop shop for the players we might target.
At least 6 well informed people so thanks.

[Dogs 24/7]

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Cam Mackenzie sounds like a classic St Kilda vanilla selection.

Ive got a friend who watches the Dragons and he has a countering view that has Mackenzie as an almost elite player so Ill watch the draft to see where the clubs rate him.

[Missing Dog]

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I highly doubt Mackenzie makes it to 11, but I wouldn't be upset if he did. He's a quality talent and another that could come in and play role while he learns from our midfield group.

[GVGjr]

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I highly doubt Mackenzie makes it to 11, but I wouldn't be upset if he did. He's a quality talent and another that could come in and play role while he learns from our midfield group.

He's a good player no doubt and should be gone before our pick but if you were the Saints who would you pick out of Humphrey, Phillipou or Mackenzie at 9 (moving to 10) if they were all available?
The Saints have had a good look at Mackenzie for a couple of years.

[Mofra]

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Ive got a friend who watches the Dragons and he has a countering view that has Mackenzie as an almost elite player so Ill watch the draft to see where the clubs rate him.

Again I'm a nuffie who has only seen highlights but he did seem to break forward of congestion with ball in hand a few times.
I suspect clubs rate that highly.

[Mofra]

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Didn't Jimmy Toumpas say similar stuff?

The kid was ruined by injury though.
Lost all pace and agility after so many hip issues.

[EasternWest]

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The kid was ruined by injury though.
Lost all pace and agility after so many hip issues.

Yeah I must admit he seemed a great kid and his inability t go on was less about skill than his wonky body.

[The Doctor]

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Ah thanks Doc, looked super good and would be a great get. Let’s hope we are in with a chance next year.

Nick Watson is the type of forward we need. Look at this clip as a small sample. He reads the play before his opponent, burns him off to put himself in position for the crumbs, then like a predator he sees the opportunity and goes in for the kill. It's fantastic football. We don't have this currently. That is the problem with shoehorning midfielders into forward line roles. They lack that goal instinct that a player like Watson has. It's a player like this in a moment like this that can win you games.

https://www.afl.com.au/video/847944/watson-somehow-weaves-way-through-in-blink-of-an-eye?videoId=847944&modal=true&type=video&publishFrom=1663821161001

[Grantysghost]

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Nick Watson is the type of forward we need. Look at this clip as a small sample. He reads the play before his opponent, burns him off to put himself in position for the crumbs, then like a predator he sees the opportunity and goes in for the kill. It's fantastic football. We don't have this currently. That is the problem with shoehorning midfielders into forward line roles. They lack that goal instinct that a player like Watson has. It's a player like this in a moment like this that can win you games.

https://www.afl.com.au/video/847944/...=1663821161001

Awesome thanks Doc. You're right, that is a not a trait all players have. Be very interesting to watch how he goes.

For anyone looking for the u18 championship replays they're all here : https://www.afl.com.au/ondemand/high...episode=1#boys

[bulldogtragic]

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Nick Watson is the type of forward we need. Look at this clip as a small sample. He reads the play before his opponent, burns him off to put himself in position for the crumbs, then like a predator he sees the opportunity and goes in for the kill. It's fantastic football. We don't have this currently. That is the problem with shoehorning midfielders into forward line roles. They lack that goal instinct that a player like Watson has. It's a player like this in a moment like this that can win you games.

https://www.afl.com.au/video/847944/...=1663821161001

What draft pick range do you see him in Doc?

[The Doctor]

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What draft pick range do you see him in Doc?

Probably in the top 10, maybe top 5. Long way to go to be sure

[Grantysghost]

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Probably in the top 10, maybe top 5. Long way to go to be sure

Will his height be an issue for recruiters Doc? Caleb slid to 46 for eg.