AF 2015 Rico's Boys

[Ricochet]

First crack at AF this morning.

Notes:
- Have purposely loaded up in the backline just due to lack of depth down there this year, or so it seems at this stage.
- Have gone with the 3 midprice ruckmen as something a little different. There is plenty of value in these three and there aren't any standout rookies at all, so need the cover.
- Happy with that fwd line. TMitch will play if he gets through his preseason and is massively underpriced for what he can do.
- Mids are light on with only 3 premos but I reckon I can get a good combo of 6 rookies (+NVB) that will play and been the main money makers for my side.
- Other rookies on the watchlist are Cockatoo, Vanderberg, Cripps, ZJones, NBrown, BReid, Lambert, Blease, Membrey, Nankervis, CDaniel, Freeman,


Salary: $68,000 left

[The_Captain]

Side was looking bomb rico.... Until i looked at the mids. I dont know if 3 mids are going to cut it. I think youll need a min of 4 to get off to a decent start. Not sure bout Having belly and that cash on the pine either. Need to find some $$$ mate and get a 4th premo in there.  A lot of sides will be starting 5 premos and 3 may put you behind the 8 ball..

[Ricochet]

Side was looking bomb rico.... Until i looked at the mids. I dont know if 3 mids are going to cut it. I think youll need a min of 4 to get off to a decent start. Not sure bout Having belly and that cash on the pine either. Need to find some $$$ mate and get a 4th premo in there.  A lot of sides will be starting 5 premos and 3 may put you behind the 8 ball..

Thanks for the feedback man and yeh I know the mids look weak but I think I can get away with it. Really need to load up the backline and mid rookies will be the main cash generators. Plus I'm not too keen on fielding defender rookies

Trying something a little different from everyone else ;)

[The_Captain]

Side was looking bomb rico.... Until i looked at the mids. I dont know if 3 mids are going to cut it. I think youll need a min of 4 to get off to a decent start. Not sure bout Having belly and that cash on the pine either. Need to find some $$$ mate and get a 4th premo in there.  A lot of sides will be starting 5 premos and 3 may put you behind the 8 ball..

Thanks for the feedback man and yeh I know the mids look weak but I think I can get away with it. Really need to load up the backline and mid rookies will be the main cash generators. Plus I'm not too keen on fielding defender rookies

Trying something a little different from everyone else ;)

Yeah i was thinking of loading fwds with rookies... Seems to be a fair bit of cheap talent down there. WIll just have to see where the rookie talent is at round 1. But yeah, backs i think will need to be loaded with premos!

[Kellogscrunchynut]

Interesting structure of your team Rico, with Bellchambers and Colquhoun sitting on the bench using a heap of cash I reckon that is an area where you could save potentially $100+ unless you've really keen on having that forward/ruck link with Bellchambers there.

Generally the best rookies come from the midfield and this season will be no exception although having 6 rookies could be too much, although they are paired with the 3 best scoring midfields as premos and the 3 players I rate the highest in AFL Fantasy this year.

[Ricochet]

Interesting structure of your team Rico, with Bellchambers and Colquhoun sitting on the bench using a heap of cash I reckon that is an area where you could save potentially $100+ unless you've really keen on having that forward/ruck link with Bellchambers there.

Generally the best rookies come from the midfield and this season will be no exception although having 6 rookies could be too much, although they are paired with the 3 best scoring midfields as premos and the 3 players I rate the highest in AFL Fantasy this year.

Thanks mate, yeh its a little bit different hey.

I'm keen to keep Bellchambers ar R3 just because at this stage there is noone else cheaper would I can see definitely playing for a majority of the year (or enough to make cash).

And Colq could be moved if another rookie jumps up in defence, but at this stage I can't see one I'd be confident in backing in.

Which leaves me with a weak midfield I know. My only option i would be consider would be to drop TMitch down to a cheap fwd and upgrade a mid. But (as long as all are playing round 1) I'd back in a mid rookie to score higher than a fwd rookie and TMitch to score similar to a mid premo.

[The_Captain]

Interesting structure of your team Rico, with Bellchambers and Colquhoun sitting on the bench using a heap of cash I reckon that is an area where you could save potentially $100+ unless you've really keen on having that forward/ruck link with Bellchambers there.

Generally the best rookies come from the midfield and this season will be no exception although having 6 rookies could be too much, although they are paired with the 3 best scoring midfields as premos and the 3 players I rate the highest in AFL Fantasy this year.

Thanks mate, yeh its a little bit different hey.

I'm keen to keep Bellchambers ar R3 just because at this stage there is noone else cheaper would I can see definitely playing for a majority of the year (or enough to make cash).

And Colq could be moved if another rookie jumps up in defence, but at this stage I can't see one I'd be confident in backing in.

Which leaves me with a weak midfield I know. My only option i would be consider would be to drop TMitch down to a cheap fwd and upgrade a mid. But (as long as all are playing round 1) I'd back in a mid rookie to score higher than a fwd rookie and TMitch to score similar to a mid premo.

How much cash you expecting belly to make rico?

[Ricochet]

Interesting structure of your team Rico, with Bellchambers and Colquhoun sitting on the bench using a heap of cash I reckon that is an area where you could save potentially $100+ unless you've really keen on having that forward/ruck link with Bellchambers there.

Generally the best rookies come from the midfield and this season will be no exception although having 6 rookies could be too much, although they are paired with the 3 best scoring midfields as premos and the 3 players I rate the highest in AFL Fantasy this year.

Thanks mate, yeh its a little bit different hey.

I'm keen to keep Bellchambers ar R3 just because at this stage there is noone else cheaper would I can see definitely playing for a majority of the year (or enough to make cash).

And Colq could be moved if another rookie jumps up in defence, but at this stage I can't see one I'd be confident in backing in.

Which leaves me with a weak midfield I know. My only option i would be consider would be to drop TMitch down to a cheap fwd and upgrade a mid. But (as long as all are playing round 1) I'd back in a mid rookie to score higher than a fwd rookie and TMitch to score similar to a mid premo.

How much cash you expecting belly to make rico?

150-200k pretty comfrotably mate, but for me its more about him playing.

[thefuzz]

This team is super interesting! With the lack of backline options my first thought is to skimp out on the back line, not load up! Interesting.
I don't think Whitecross is best 21 for the hawks come round 1, so watch that. Henderson maybe?
Why don't you ditch a FWD rookie (Krak), move bellchambers into the FWDS onto the field, then get a R/F for your ruck bench? Or do you think Hogan will avg more then Bellchambers?

[Ricochet]

This team is super interesting! With the lack of backline options my first thought is to skimp out on the back line, not load up! Interesting.
I don't think Whitecross is best 21 for the hawks come round 1, so watch that. Henderson maybe?
Why don't you ditch a FWD rookie (Krak), move bellchambers into the FWDS onto the field, then get a R/F for your ruck bench? Or do you think Hogan will avg more then Bellchambers?

I actually don't mind that mate. Only concern would be late outs but it would be a small gain for onfield points

[The_Captain]

Interesting structure of your team Rico, with Bellchambers and Colquhoun sitting on the bench using a heap of cash I reckon that is an area where you could save potentially $100+ unless you've really keen on having that forward/ruck link with Bellchambers there.

Generally the best rookies come from the midfield and this season will be no exception although having 6 rookies could be too much, although they are paired with the 3 best scoring midfields as premos and the 3 players I rate the highest in AFL Fantasy this year.

Thanks mate, yeh its a little bit different hey.

I'm keen to keep Bellchambers ar R3 just because at this stage there is noone else cheaper would I can see definitely playing for a majority of the year (or enough to make cash).

And Colq could be moved if another rookie jumps up in defence, but at this stage I can't see one I'd be confident in backing in.

Which leaves me with a weak midfield I know. My only option i would be consider would be to drop TMitch down to a cheap fwd and upgrade a mid. But (as long as all are playing round 1) I'd back in a mid rookie to score higher than a fwd rookie and TMitch to score similar to a mid premo.

How much cash you expecting belly to make rico?

150-200k pretty comfrotably mate, but for me its more about him playing.

If he makes that it will be super handy. Just don't know who they will play with giles and Daniher and Carlisle floating about.

[Ricochet]

An updated version from this morning



Notes:
- Lack of real premo defenders means I am taking a punt on Ibbo and Yeo. Hodge and Simpson are the only top end premos I'm happy with.
- Mids are 3 top end picks and a risk in Hannebery. But I think he can go 105+ so happy to take the punt. Plus not really happy with any other top end mid premos at this stage
- Ruck strategy is a little different at this stage. Ideally would love to go Maric and Belly but Leuey has to be given a chance at that price. McKernan just a placeholder at this stage. Could be a Belly backup
- Forwards I'm not that happy with. Had Lids but he's battling with his achilles, Goddard gives me far too many RD12 bye players. Really think Lecras could be in for a huge year though if he gets a midfield role. So watching him closely at this stage. Tmitchell is a lock
- Bye structure for premos/midpricers is 5/7/3. Which in any other format would be an issue. But with 2 trades a week I plan to bring in a few RD13 boys early to even that out.





Previous Version Notes to keep in mind:
- Have purposely loaded up in the backline just due to lack of depth down there this year, or so it seems at this stage.Have since taking the plunge with a few midpricers who can hit that 80-85mark
- Have gone with the 3 midprice ruckmen as something a little different. There is plenty of value in these three and there aren't any standout rookies at all, so need the cover. Krooz injured riuns this. Ideally will look to go a Maric + Belly combo but not enoough cash at this stage
- Happy with that fwd line. TMitch will play if he gets through his preseason and is massively underpriced for what he can do.
- Mids are light on with only 3 premos but I reckon I can get a good combo of 6 rookies (+NVB) that will play and been the main money makers for my side. Have gone 4 mids now
- Other rookies on the watchlist are Cockatoo, Vanderberg, Cripps, ZJones, NBrown, BReid, Lambert, Blease, Membrey, Nankervis, CDaniel, Freeman,

[henry]

Your mids are quite weak, most people will have 5 premos or at least 4 and a midpricer.

Your success depends on how your back midpricers go. Basically it's an extra mid prem + 2 back rookies vs mid rook + 2 back mid pricers.

I've gone the safer option of the extra mid, so hopefully some def rooks play.

I'm not a fan of starting rocky, I'd be tempted to downgrade him to say beams who I reckon will average 110+, and then upgrade who you least like of leuey/belly to a premo.

I like the Hanneberry pick, I think he'll go 100+ and is unique.

I think there are better options than Garlett in the fwd line, (Clarke?), the most I can see him averaging is mid-high 60s, won't get many oppportunities in the forward line, and at his price he won't be making much cash.

[Ricochet]

Thanks for the feedback mate

Your mids are quite weak, most people will have 5 premos or at least 4 and a midpricer.

I disagree. I don't think many will be going with 5 premos now we've had so many issues in the backline.  Plus defensive rookies and ruck rookies are non existent, and fwd rooks are quite thin. Middle is where the money will be made

Your success depends on how your back midpricers go. Basically it's an extra mid prem + 2 back rookies vs mid rook + 2 back mid pricers.

Yeh I've gone down that way because there are basically a couple of 90+ defenders and a million that can go 80-90. I think Yeo and Ibbo can go 80+. Plus there are zero defender rooks

I've gone the safer option of the extra mid, so hopefully some def rooks play.

I'm not a fan of starting rocky, I'd be tempted to downgrade him to say beams who I reckon will average 110+, and then upgrade who you least like of leuey/belly to a premo.

I like the Hanneberry pick, I think he'll go 100+ and is unique.

I can't see Rocky dropping enough to not be a top 2 mid. He may drop a little but his price will still be too expensive to get in later. Just my thoughts on him across all comps. I'm backing him in.

I think there are better options than Garlett in the fwd line, (Clarke?), the most I can see him averaging is mid-high 60s, won't get many oppportunities in the forward line, and at his price he won't be making much cash.

Clark will struggle to be fit for round 1. He's battling a calf atm. Garlett has gone 70+ regularly in his career so if he hits that again he will make about 150k. If rookies pop up then I'll definitely downgrade, but he's just a placeholder there atm.

Again cheers for the feedback mate, appreciate your thoughts

[The_Captain]

Whats with n Brown in the backs bro? Not sure i like the lecca pick... Hes too fragile for mid time... Hes better just roaming the half forward.