I think it's only a slim chance Keeler is available at 19 so I'd probably hold next year's first, if we get wind that he might be drifting then probably go with the bird in the hand & grab Keeler this year. One of the aspects that appeals so much with Keeler is that he projects as a genuine dual position talent, I'll be looking closely at his athletic data to see how closely it correlates with Paddy Ryder, vertical leap critical in making final judgement.
Always a good idea to keep as many options available as possible.
It's a strong top 20, the midfield depth is there, there's a nice selection of key forwards & there's a few potential steals later in the draft. I've earmarked a late pick for Max Knobel, I think he's a bit more complete than his old man who was an excellent tap ruckman but lacking an all-round game.
Ashcroft certainly has that “play for a free in the tackle” capacity. Might make Ginnivan look like an amateur in time.
Just a matter of which twin.May as well close thread for Thai years draft
Potentially the next 2 seasons forward half is better then our Premiership 2017 one , Lynch, Jack, Dusty , Timmy T , Cumberland, MJ , Bauer , Bolton, Clarke etc
Keeler was pretty ordinary apparently, might drop a bit more, does seem to be hot and cold.
Inconsistency is to be expected with 18yo talls. Still, he averaged 18 disposals, 4 marks, 3 clearances and 1.3 goals a game in the SANFL U18s. Pretty good numbers to add to what the eye tells you. Played well in the Champs too.
Looking back at Darling & Buddy one can fall into the trap of becoming too glass half empty, it's the skill set which I'm more concerned about & he has the tools. Sure, there's a chance he goes the way of Ben Griffiths but that's just the key position lotto and given he's also a ruck I think there's a solid floor.
I would certainly be happy to give him a go but barring a miracle it isn’t going to be a concern for us anyway.
