Every year the Herald Sun releases the little black book giving advice on who to buy and who to avoid. I will point out some of the ones they overlooked and errors they made while also offering my own suggestions. Of course I will praise the decisions that I agree with and why I agree with them.
This will cover Adelaide through to Western Bulldogs, each day I will cover a team or two.
Adelaide
Adelaide promised much last season but by the end of the season they finished with a new coach, the hard nosed Brenton Sanderson. This season they will look to dominate the contested ball and stoppages something which they were horrible at last season (ranking 16th and 17th in the compeition last season). Amazingly they had Scott Thompson who cleared 136 stoppages which is 47 more than any other Adelaide player. Essentially they are a one man show, hopefully that changes this season.
The Star
Scott Thompson - Was there any doubt? Easily the best midfielder in the Adelaide team and due to low popularity will provide you with a handy unique option and point of difference for your midfield. Will average 115 ppg, which is exactly what you want from a midfielder and is durable and consistent to boot. Worth every cent.
Bank 'Em
Sam Jacobs - Already hyped him up in a previous post so I will not repeat myself. With the plethora of ruck options this season he is a great pick. To go with that there are no rucks at Adelaide which means he will have his game time maximised.
Nathan Van Berlo - Which one will turn up? The one that played under Neil Craig and always looked promising or the one that played under Mark Bickley and was a machine. Always averages about 80-90 ppg. but has the potential to break out. Similar to Graham Johncock in which they threaten to become a consistant elite player but just don't.
Buy 'Em
Patrick Dangerfield - Could this year be his year? Everyone knows what he is capable of but can he put it together. Very tempting in terms of price and with very few bye clashes in the forward line must be strongly considered. Hard to fault this pick.
Jason Porplyzia - Unlike Dangerfield this is not an issue of whether or not it will be his year but whether or not he will get onto the park. Last season he lasted the best part of five minutes before hurting his shoulder again. This has caused his price discount but considering what he is capable of (86 and 87 in '08-'09) he is definitely worth it. The only concern is whether or not he will hurt his shoulder or any other body part.
Bury 'Em
Chris Knights - I had him last year and I could not agree more with this. Could not shake injuries last season nor find any form. Add to that he was very inconsistent meant having him out there was just infuriating. Can play but after last season I will wait until I see it from a SuperCoach perspective.
Kurt Tippet - Very harsh call, but his track record suggest this is warranted. Entering his fifth season in the system as a key position player means that the time is now for him to peak and fulfill his potential. Strongly consider if you have the patience and actually believe he can deliver.
Suggested Option
Shaun McKernan - All the rage this time last year did not deliver for his owners. Lowest kick rating in the league and furthermore is behind a few blokes in the pecking order. When he does play it is as a lock down key position player. What does all this lead to: When he does play he will not score well. The only thing he has going for is the dual Ruck and Forward position but even that is overrated this season.
Herald Sun Review: http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/afl/adelaide-crows-supercoach-2012-preview/story-fn88c7kz-1226251517255
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