I have Cowan ranked at 11, Barnett ranked at 18, by those metrics I would be ok with it, it's kind of similar to the year I suggested trading a future first for Bailey Williams & Jack Bytel, that particular year I had Williams ranked at 11 & felt Bytel as steak knives made it a solid gamble. I still feel Melbourne are top 4 so it does make some sense. As for the merits in grabbing Cowan, it really depends on the premium you pay for kicking skills. This draft is interesting on a number of levels, the best kicks are Sheezel & Cowan, beyond that it's daylight, some efficient short range kicks like McKenzie & Hollands probably make up the second tier. Hayes is a very good kick as well but I fear his lack of athleticism might hamper his progress, Busslinger another good kick but shoulder sugery could affect his aerial ability.Ok whether its Barnett or Cowan, are they really worth trading a future 1st round selection?
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