Is Luke McDonald a must have?

Bully · March 17, 2014, 03:50:57 PM

I think we're all forgetting how much of a gun McDonald is, whether that translates to SC points is up for contention but he's almost a certainty to finish in the top 5 in the Rising Star award. Couple that with his MPP status and he becomes essential IMO.

vmac66 · March 17, 2014, 04:42:12 PM

He is a must , will play every game , it's terrible to have a rookie on the bench who will be there every week .
I understand the excitement about the scores of Langdon and laidler , but Lmac is the one you can rely on being there very week . .
If you are in my league I am more than Happy for you to leave him out , I think the bigger question is do you leave out Webster/suckling and bring in an extra rookie , ie : Langford and georgio . .?

ben_020285 · March 17, 2014, 06:07:26 PM

Yeah I've got him locked if he lines up round 1 without the green vest.

Bully · March 17, 2014, 06:24:38 PM

If he's vested then I'll pass, can't see it happening to be honest.

Dayze · March 17, 2014, 06:32:42 PM

I see him as being the midfield link I create round 9.
Perfect m9 swing come finals

frenzy · March 17, 2014, 06:45:09 PM

as a north supporter, I reckon the brain fade that is Brad Scott won't even name him round 1. why did he miss the last praccie against Geelong? I could be wrong, but I could also be right!

RaisyDaisy · March 17, 2014, 07:47:16 PM

I hear so much good stuff about this kid, especially from North fans which gives me confidence and I have him, but I really do picture him getting subbed a few times which is my only concern

At 182k, I dare say I might actually pass if he starts as sub this week - every chance I can grab him in a few weeks time for the same price or there abouts

tor01doc · March 17, 2014, 07:50:11 PM

If he is sub and other rookies are selected, then pass.

Langford, Georgiou, Cutler and Fuller all potentially play after him.

Also, if 111 seems important then options aplenty.

FactHunt · March 17, 2014, 07:59:26 PM

For structure, I'd say he's a lock. Only a few rookie priced players to choose from down back to really consider.
Langdon surprised me a little, stoked I have him (albeit on the bench).
Georgiou I am not completely convinced with JS + scoring capacity.
Langford I rate, but still has to get a regular gig in a strong Hawks outfit- he's earned his stripes, but has to keep performing.
Laidler I think will actually hold his place now- I suspect a reasonable pick, I missed that boat- may be a correction trade depending on how things play out.
Cameron- a 50 from 7 touches isn't the worst, would like him to get more footy though- glad i stayed off.
Clurey- eek.