Tim O’Brien is “going well” in his first pre-season at the Western Bulldogs according to captain Marcus Bontempelli.
O’Brien switched over from Hawthorn in the off-season after playing 96 games.
Bontempelli provided insight into his role this season.
AFL News on Twitter @aflratings “I think the type and style of player that Timmy is as a tall intercept defender really suits our backline.”
“Progressing really nicely and slotted in well back there.”
GAME DAY LIVE on Twitter @aflratings_Live “At this stage he’s been training with our defence and spent all his time as an intercept defender.” Bontempelli said.
O’Brien averaged 12.2 Disposals, 5.0 Marks & 1.8 Tackles from 18 games in 2021.
Source: SEN
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Fantasy Impact: Tim O’Brien averaged 57.9pts from 18 games in 2021 for Hawthorn, he recorded a season high 102pts against the Bulldogs in Round 22.
He averaged 69.2pts when taking 5 marks or more, he averaged 78.3pts when taking 7 marks or more.
O’Brien will play an intercepting defender type role in 2022 for the Bulldogs, his scoring output could be solid.
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He’s a speculative option in season long fantasy at Round 1, noteworthy scoring over pre-season is likely a must if considering.
He’s a mid-late round speculative option in single season draft leagues, if that scoring is visible over pre-season bump him quite a few spots up on your draft boards.
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