AFL Mock Draft 2007 - Pick 22, West Coast
22. West Coast - Patrick McGinnity
Midfielder. 182cm, 75kg. Claremont
Possible comparison: If he did join the Eagles, then Michael Braun could be a player there to compare him to.
Why: They lost a few midfielders during the offseason and will add two or three in the draft. McGinnity can run all game, an important requirement on the Eagles' big ground. While they did lose a couple of big names, the Eagles also lost Rowan Jones and his game of being accountable for his opponent, McGinnity could be brought into the team as a defensive midfielder to replace some of what R Jones did.
Worth a reach: Marlon Motlop, the Eagles need some more variety up forward and taking Motlop would add a small goal-kicker to their lineup. They have yet to make a final decision on Sampi, and although Armstrong had a few good games the Eagles may want to add more depth for the small forward spot.
Hope they slide: Addam Maric, the Eagles have been successful with Phil Matera in the forward line in the past and they could find a spot for Maric in the 2008 team.
Selected at pick 22 in the 2006 AFL draft:
Albert Proud (Brisbane, midfielder)
Midfielder. 182cm, 75kg. Claremont
Possible comparison: If he did join the Eagles, then Michael Braun could be a player there to compare him to.
Why: They lost a few midfielders during the offseason and will add two or three in the draft. McGinnity can run all game, an important requirement on the Eagles' big ground. While they did lose a couple of big names, the Eagles also lost Rowan Jones and his game of being accountable for his opponent, McGinnity could be brought into the team as a defensive midfielder to replace some of what R Jones did.
Worth a reach: Marlon Motlop, the Eagles need some more variety up forward and taking Motlop would add a small goal-kicker to their lineup. They have yet to make a final decision on Sampi, and although Armstrong had a few good games the Eagles may want to add more depth for the small forward spot.
Hope they slide: Addam Maric, the Eagles have been successful with Phil Matera in the forward line in the past and they could find a spot for Maric in the 2008 team.
Selected at pick 22 in the 2006 AFL draft:
Albert Proud (Brisbane, midfielder)
