Author: MJ Want

2025 Keeper Position Changes | Round Six
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Keeper coaches, the moment you’ve been waiting for has finally arrived – Keeper’s next round of position changes are here!

Keeper is revolutionizing how player positions are managed with a systematic approach designed specifically for draft fantasy leagues. The position updates will follow rounds 3, 6, 9, 12, 15, and 18.

These regular position updates create exciting new strategic dimensions for Keeper coaches. Players who gain additional positions instantly become more valuable draft assets, while for savvy coaches, spotting these trends early could give you a significant advantage over your competition.

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Caleb Windsor stands out as the most important addition here. While his scores haven’t been start-worthy this season, his historical performance suggests significant potential. For dynasty and keeper league coaches, this transforms Windsor from a potential delisting candidate to a valuable hold. Having a young talent who can slot into your defensive line when needed adds crucial flexibility to your draft side. A handy gain if he can start to elevate those scores back into the 70’s.

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Nic Martin emerges as the crown jewel of this update. After gaining forward status in the Round 3 position changes, he now adds midfielder to his credentials. This makes Martin the ultimate triple-position swingman, giving owners unprecedented flexibility to play matchups across three different lines based on fixtures and opponents.

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James Peatling missed last week through suspension, but has demonstrated his scoring potential with four 70+ scores, including a ceiling of 112. This position gain turns him from a borderline starter in the midfield to a valuable forward asset that demands to be placed on the ground.

Levi Ashcroft has emerged as this year’s standout rookie. Every season we seemingly get a first-year player who becomes genuinely start-worthy, and Ashcroft fills that role as a forward. With three scores over 82 (including a 94) and none below 58, he provides reliable production in a forward line where consistent 70+ scorers are scarce. I thought he’d get it after round 3, but thrilled to see him finally get FWD status.

Jordan De Goey brings a history of 90+ averages, though injuries have limited his centre bounce attendance this year. His increased forward time has earned him this position gain, and if he can regain consistency and health, his midfield role should expand—boosting both his scoring floor and ceiling. This represents tremendous upside for coaches if we can see this premiership Pie return back to his peak.

Sam Flanders started slowly due to injury and has struggled to maintain his midfield role, resulting in inconsistent scoring. While he may need an injury to others to regain a more favorable role, his newly awarded triple-position flexibility allows owners to deploy him optimally as either a defender, midfielder or forward, ensuring you can max your bench players’ potential based on matchups of any given week.

To find out more about Keepers selection process click here.

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AFL Fantasy: Top 10 Trade Targets for Round Seven
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It is officially upgrade season. Now is the time to start converting your cash cows into premium performers who had slower starts but are ready to deliver value in your AFL Fantasy side.

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1. Caiden Cleary

At just under $400,000, Cleary is my number one trade target this week. With back-to-back strong performances, he’s proven himself as a fieldable forward option. His work rate, intensity and defensive pressure are impressive, and we’re seeing him impact the scoreboard in multiple ways against different defenders.

With no Tom Papley for the next five weeks, he’s secure in his role and positioned to generate another $100-150K. Given the recent positional changes in the game, there’s simply no reason not to prioritize Cleary as your top downgrade option.

2. Tom Gross

Priced just over $300,000 with an average in the 60s, Gross has demonstrated reliable scoring across different matchups. While not ideal for your on-field lineup compared to options like Ashcroft, Lindsay or Davidson, he represents solid value at his price point.

Is it a double downgrade week? Probably not. One up, one down is the strategy. For Cleary owners, Gross becomes your secondary cash generation outlet; for non-Cleary owners, securing Cleary first remains the priority.

3. Riley Bice

With two consecutive six-figure price jumps and a breakeven of negative 28, Bice is heading rapidly toward $700,000. His fantasy-favorable role makes him comfortable to leave on field while premium defenders show volatility in their scoring.

To get consistent 70s from a player now at half the premium price (and a quarter of what he cost a fortnight ago) represents tremendous value. He still has considerable cash to generate, making him essential even if you’ve missed his initial rises.

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4. Nick Daicos

Daicos handled the James Jordan tag impressively, showcasing his work rate and contested ball winning ability. His history against Brisbane is excellent, with tons in his last three encounters during home and away seasons.

Though not as cheap as last week, a player averaging 100 with a breakeven of 86 projects for a baseline around 105. He offers strong VC potential this week and represents solid value despite the not-ideal fixture.

5. Zach Merrett

At $1.131 million, Merrett is undeniably expensive. However, his upcoming six-week fixture run beginning with West Coast is exceptional based on emerging 2025 matchup data.

His scoring diversity through goals, stoppage work, and transition play could make him the top fantasy player during this stretch. The question is whether allocating that premium price is worth it when players like Daicos, Green, and Brayshaw are available $100,000 cheaper.

6. Nick Martin

Recently gaining forward status, Martin excelled with uncontested possessions and marks against Melbourne. Playing as a wingman/high half-forward, his appeal stems primarily from his favorable fixture list.

His dual position flexibility creates additional lineup options, though players $100,000 cheaper could deliver similar output. This selection represents a fixture play rather than a form selection.

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7. Harry Sheezel

Despite significant midfield minutes and Wardlaw’s impending return, Sheezel continues scoring in the hundreds. When given freedom behind the ball, he delivers knockout performances.

Averaging 106 with a breakeven of 122, he represents one of the best defensive options available this season. Waiting another week to see North Melbourne’s structure with Wardlaw’s return might be prudent before investing.

8. Jason Horne-Francis

After consecutive tons, Horne-Francis offers better value with an attainable breakeven of 73. If you’ve avoided him until now, you’ve been rewarded by dodging his early season struggles while setting yourself up for value acquisition.

His ceiling appears lower than some alternatives, and with Rankine, Daniel, McCrae, Smith, Petracca and Martin providing strong forward options, Horne-Francis isn’t essential this season. Still, his value diminishes with each passing week.

9. Christian Petracca

Under $900,000 with promising recent form, Petracca’s fixture list opens tremendously after this week’s Fremantle matchup. His work rate and ground coverage have returned, even without hitting the scoreboard.

While Daicos takes priority this week due to acquisition difficulty after a potential score spike, Petracca represents a premium forward option whose trade priority will increase next week once his favorable matchup stretch begins.

10. Saad El-Hawli

At $260,000 with a negative breakeven, El-Hawli remains widely targeted despite being owned by only 30% of teams. His ranking suffers due to consecutive games as the substitute, which significantly impacts cash generation potential.

He’s a viable option if you’ve secured the primary cash generators (Cleary, Gross, Bice) and need to move on from underperforming players like Pryor, Davidson, Sanders, or Decony.

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2025 Keeper Position Changes | Round 3
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Keeper coaches, the moment you’ve been waiting for has finally arrived – Keeper’s inaugural inseason position changes are here!

Keeper is revolutionizing how player positions are managed with a systematic approach designed specifically for draft fantasy leagues. The position updates will follow rounds 3, 6, 9, 12, 15, and 18.

These regular position updates create exciting new strategic dimensions for Keeper coaches. Players who gain additional positions instantly become more valuable draft assets, while for savvy coaches, spotting these trends early could give you a significant advantage over your competition.

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Josh Daicos is a Keeper favourite, and his new defender status elevates him to a whole new level of value. He becomes one of the rare defenders capable of delivering consistent 90+ scores—a premium asset in a position that, for some teams, may lack defensive firepower.

Nobody should be surprised to see Rory Laird gain defender status. For almost a decade, he’s been a premium performer, and now he returns to the place where it all began. An average of 99.3 places him immediately inside the top 10 defenders by average—a ranking we expect him to maintain throughout the season.

Like Laird and Daicos before him, Dylan Shiel’s move into defence has been flagged throughout the entire pre-season, with some even bumping him up their rankings as a result. Thankfully for owners, the gamble has paid off. While his scoring hasn’t been outstanding, last weekend’s 97 will give coaches hope that all is not lost. He also saw an increase in midfield minutes, which is clearly where he scores best.

The defender gains also introduce our first-ever Triple Position Players (TPPs). Caleb Daniel, Ryan Maric, and Mark Blicavs make history as the inaugural TPP options. Depending on league sizes and on-field structure, all three could be valuable assets—especially when playing with full squads during bye rounds.

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Let’s be honest, gaining midfield status won’t improve your team scoring on field most weeks. All it does is add some quad flexibility.

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Nic Martin is the crown jewel of this list of new forwards, thanks to his newly acquired DEF/FWD status. He has returned to the role he first played at Essendon—as a half-forward pushing up the wings. His scoring has been OK, but not at the heights of his 2024 season. Owners will be praying for another role tweak and one that is back to his 2024 position as a rebounding defender. If that happens, his scoring could explode. Pray it in!

Veterans Patrick Dangerfield and Stephen Coniglio, both nearing the end of their illustrious careers, have gained FWD status, breathing new life into their Keeper relevance. Neither has been outstanding due to a consistent lack of midfield opportunities—especially for Cogs. Regardless, the MID/FWD tag now makes them viable forward options, whereas as pure midfielders, they were questionable holds in most squads.

Young guns Murphy Reid and Sam Lalor are already making waves in 2025. Between us, how Murphy missed the Rising Star nomination this week is beyond me. Anyway, rant over… As first-year players, both are just below the under-18 scoring baseline that coaches look for. However, their new MID/FWD status makes them handy additions for Keeper and dynasty leagues. If you’re playing the long game, these two have shown plenty of promise—even if it hasn’t yet translated into strong Keeper scores.

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Just one ruck gain—and it should come as no surprise. Sam De Koning. His real value lies in the fact that he’s scoring well enough to be fieldable as a defender. But if he holds his ruck role and you lose your current ruck to injury, he becomes a massive asset. Nothing is worse in Keeper than having to shop the player pool for a ruckman.

To find out more about Keepers selection process click here.

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Will Clayton Can He Reclaim His AFL Fantasy & SuperCoach Throne? #17 Most Relevant
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The 50 Most Relevant continues with #17 Clayton Oliver, as MJ Want and Damon break down his AFL Fantasy & SuperCoach prospects for 2025! 🏉 In this episode, we analyze:

  • Oliver’s past dominance & 2024 struggles 📊
  • Can he bounce back in 2025? 🔄
  • Draft strategies – Where should he be picked? 🎯
  • The impact of team dynamics & Melbourne’s midfield changes 🔥
  • The DT Shiva connection & community perspectives 💭
  • Is Clayton Oliver a fantasy bargain or a risky selection?

Get all the insights in this episode!

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Can Connor Rozee Overcome His 2024 Struggles? #18 Most Relevant
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The 50 Most Relevant series reaches #18 Connor Rozee, as MJ Want and Lewy break down his AFL Fantasy & SuperCoach potential for 2025! 🚀

In this episode, we cover:

  • Rozee’s 2024 season – injuries, form, and personal challenges 📊
  • How Port Adelaide’s game plan impacts his fantasy scoring ⚡
  • The midfield mix – how Jason Horn-Francis & others affect Rozee 🏉
  • \Drafting strategies – Is Rozee a must-have premium? 🔥
  • The risks & rewards of selecting Rozee for 2025 ⚖️

Will Connor Rozee return to premium fantasy status, or is he a risky pick? Find out in this deep dive!

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Introducing Finders Keepers | A New Podcast from The Coaches Panel
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In this episode, MJ Want and Jordox introduce the new podcast ‘Finders Keepers’, dedicated to Keeper and Dynasty Leagues in fantasy football. They discuss the evolution of the Coaches Panel, the importance of Keeper Leagues, and the strategies involved in drafting and managing teams.

The episode highlights the significance of the redraft phase and what listeners can expect from the upcoming podcast series, including rankings, tips, and interactive discussions.

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Izak Rankine’s 2025 AFL Fantasy & SuperCoach Potential‬ | #20 Most Relevant
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The 50 Most Relevant series reaches #20 Izak Rankine, the Adelaide Crows’ electrifying forward, as MJ Want and Mitch Casey break down his fantasy relevance for the 2025 AFL Fantasy season. In this episode, we cover:

  • Rankine’s 2024 season performance and his evolving role in the Crows midfield 🏉
  • How team dynamics affect his fantasy scoring potential 📊
  • Key insights into his injury history and durability concerns 🩺
  • Strategies for drafting him as a high-upside forward option 💡

Is Izak Rankine ready to exceed expectations and deliver elite fantasy scores?

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Jordan Dawson: Must-Have Fantasy Star or Risky Pick | #22 Most Relevant
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The 50 Most Relevant series rolls on with #22 Jordan Dawson, the Adelaide Crows captain and a potential AFL Fantasy & SuperCoach standout for 2025.

In this episode, MJ Want and FantasyNut explore:

  • Dawson’s impressive scoring history and elite on-field skills 🟡
  • The volatility of his role and its impact on fantasy consistency ⚡
  • Insights into the Adelaide Crows midfield dynamics and team strategies 🏉
  • Health considerations and draft tactics for fantasy coaches 📊

Will Jordan Dawson solidify his place as a must-have premium, or is his role too unpredictable for 2025? Find out in this episode!

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Lachie Whitfield: The GWS Defender Fantasy Coaches Love | #23 Most Relevant
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The 50 Most Relevant series continues with #23 Lachie Whitfield, the dynamic GWS Giants defender and a perennial fantasy favorite.

In this episode, MJ Want and Stevie Fizz discuss:

  • Whitfield’s past performances and his elite fantasy scoring potential 🟠
  • How injuries have shaped his AFL Fantasy journey ⚡
  • Draft strategies and his relevance as a top-line defender 📊
  • Early-season considerations and matchup insights 💡
  • Resources from The Draft Doctors to help coaches get ahead 🩺
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Dylan Moore Offers Consistency & Upside for Your AFL Fantasy & SuperCoach Team | #28 Most Relevant
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The 50 Most Relevant series continues with #28 Dylan Moore, Hawthorn’s forward who offers consistency and unique scoring potential in AFL Fantasy and SuperCoach 2025.

In this episode, MJ Want and Jordox cover:

  • Dylan Moore’s 2024 performance analysis and reliability as a fantasy forward 🏉
  • The importance of avoiding groupthink in fantasy drafts and creating unique strategies 🤔
  • Moore’s role in Hawthorn’s forward line and its impact on his fantasy value 🔥
  • Strategic drafting considerations to maximize his upside in 2025 🎯

Is Dylan Moore the reliable forward your fantasy team needs? Don’t miss this deep dive!

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