Fresh Blood Hits the Field: AFL Mid-Season Rookie Draft Shakes Up Fantasy
Hey everyone, let’s talk about the big shake-up from the AFL Mid-Season Rookie Draft—it’s given Fantasy coaches plenty to think about. Eighteen new players found their way into AFL clubs this week, each with a price tag of $230,000 in Fantasy and a whole lot of potential to stir things up. If you’re looking to refresh your squad or pick up a surprise points generator, this draft might just hold your next hidden gem.
Now, while every player drafted brings something different to the table, there are a few standouts worth keeping an eye on. For instance, Michael Sellwood is turning heads with a dominant 96.7 average over six games for Peel Thunder in the WAFL. He’s been picked up by the Western Bulldogs as a defender, and based on those numbers, he could seriously bolster your Fantasy backline.
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Another name worth a mention is Zac Banch, heading to North Melbourne after a solid stint at Werribee in the VFL, where he averaged 73.9 across eight games. Then there’s Archer May from Subiaco, now with Essendon—his 81.8 average as a forward makes him a sneaky-good pickup if you’re short on firepower up front.
And how about Tom McCarthy? Coming from Richmond’s VFL program and now snapped up by West Coast, he’s classified as a DEF/MID and brings an impressive 83.1 average from seven matches. That flexibility in Fantasy is gold, especially with injuries and byes complicating team selections mid-season.
Even players with lower averages, like Oscar Adams (35) or Caleb Lewis (50), may come into contention if opportunity knocks and they find form at senior level. Remember, it's not always about the current stats—sometimes it’s about who gets a chance to play and make an impact in the right system.
Fantasy footy is all about timing, strategy, and a bit of gutsy instinct. The Mid-Season Rookie Draft is a chance for clubs to fill gaps, and for us, it’s an opportunity to take calculated risks. Keep an eye on team announcements, see who cracks into Round 13 and beyond, and be ready to pounce. The right rookie at the right time could be the difference between winning your league or falling behind.
So, gear up, adjust your watchlists, and don’t sleep on these new recruits. The second half of the season just got a lot more interesting.
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