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February 12th 2008 01:08
C Chris Judd
C Brent Stanton
C Kane Cornes
C Nick Malceski
C Ryan Griffen
C Shane Edwards
Judd might cost a lot, Edwards should be a bargain, so it all balances out with the salary cap. Judd may not have Dean Cox helping him now, but he should still be one of the best midfielders in fantasy AFL. Richmond have some young players that have shown they are ready for AFL, Edwards should be in the Richmond team every week in 2008.
Stanton and K Cornes will be stars for total possessions. The Bombers will be a different team this year, due to retirements and delistings, and Stanton should be one of their best in the middle. The Bombers also have a couple of other onballers that get a lot of the ball, and while their use of the football is not a problem for dreamteam stats, there were times last year when Watson or Peverill were sat down by the former Essendon coach. Fantasy points can’t be scored on the bench, or in the VFL. Either of the Cornes at Port Adelaide will help fantasy teams.
Malceski was a big improver last season, he should be one of Sydney's best again. Griffen hasn't really taken off yet for stats, 2008 should be his year. Griffen’s price should be very affordable, and with a few big performances early in the season he should increase in value and might also become a trade asset.
A Possible 2008 Dream Team AFL Fantasy Side – Backs
C Brent Stanton
C Kane Cornes
C Nick Malceski
C Ryan Griffen
C Shane Edwards
Judd might cost a lot, Edwards should be a bargain, so it all balances out with the salary cap. Judd may not have Dean Cox helping him now, but he should still be one of the best midfielders in fantasy AFL. Richmond have some young players that have shown they are ready for AFL, Edwards should be in the Richmond team every week in 2008.
Stanton and K Cornes will be stars for total possessions. The Bombers will be a different team this year, due to retirements and delistings, and Stanton should be one of their best in the middle. The Bombers also have a couple of other onballers that get a lot of the ball, and while their use of the football is not a problem for dreamteam stats, there were times last year when Watson or Peverill were sat down by the former Essendon coach. Fantasy points can’t be scored on the bench, or in the VFL. Either of the Cornes at Port Adelaide will help fantasy teams.
Malceski was a big improver last season, he should be one of Sydney's best again. Griffen hasn't really taken off yet for stats, 2008 should be his year. Griffen’s price should be very affordable, and with a few big performances early in the season he should increase in value and might also become a trade asset.
A Possible 2008 Dream Team AFL Fantasy Side – Backs
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Comment by Chris Rayson
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I think that Xavier Ellis will be a good midfeild option (if that's where he's played this year) or Jordan Lewis but i think he will cost a bit more then both Edwards and Ellis combined!
Comment by Sports Insider
I think that Xavier Ellis will be a good midfeild option (if that's where he's played this year) or Jordan Lewis but i think he will cost a bit more then both Edwards and Ellis combined!
Lewis was on the fantasy team here a year ago, and that was a good move. But he is suspended for a few of the opening rounds this time. Even if Richmond struggle, they can provide a number of fantasy stars. King, Foley, Johnson and Tuck all had a lot of the ball last year, and helped fantasy teams even if their skills are not the best. Edwards has solid skills and if Deledio goes forward it could mean plenty of playing time for Edwards as an outside midfielder. Cotchin's debut is also expected to be delayed so Edwards won't have him competing against him for a round 1 spot.
Ellis at Hawthorn will probably be eligible as a fantasy defender. Thank you for the comments and suggestions.
Comment by Chris Rayson
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