Billy Gowers sustained a fractured wrist in a car accident on Thursday, he won’t be ready for full training when the Bulldogs return for pre-season.
Billy is expected to be on the sidelines for a short period of time while he recovers from his injury, and his preparation for the 2019 season will not be impacted significantly – Bulldogs Media.
Gowers played in 20 games at the Bulldogs in 2018, he was originally selected at Pick 5 in the 2014 Rookie Draft by Carlton. Gowers was delisted by the Blues at the end of 2016, he was selected by the Bulldogs at Pick 9 in the 2017 Rookie Draft.
Gowers was the leading Goal kicker at the Bulldogs in 2018 finishing with 26 Goals, he kicked 2 Goals or more in 7 games.
2019 Pre-Season Injury Updates
AFL FANTASY TAKE
Billy Gowers is not considered an option in season long AFL Fantasy, he might be worthwhile stashing on the bench in deep draft leagues and played in favourable match-ups.
Gowers averaged 59.7pts from 20 games in 2018, he averaged 83.6pts when taking 6 Marks or more in a game & 75.3pts when kicking 2 Goals more in a game.
Fantasy Impact: 2019 Rule Changes
