The 2022 AFL H&A season is set to begin and that means it is AFL Fantasy season, @aflratingsPete lists the Top 10 Players Under $300K at Round 1.
The order takes into account historical performance, opportunity and scoring output in their actual team role plus subjective and balanced input. The ability to remain best 22 is also a strong consideration. Â
This list will assist in identifying players to target ahead of Round 1.Â
*Please Note: The list may adjust throughout the week once all teams have been announced, some players have been included prior to any confirmation on team selection.
Good luck for the year.Â
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TOP 10 AFL FANTASY PLAYERS UNDER $300K
1.Nick Daicos
Daicos is all set to play his first game for the Magpies, he’ll spend time through the midfield and on the outside on a wing and half-back.Â
Projected Average: 85-90
2. Josh Ward
Ward couldn’t have been more impressive in his first pre-season at Hawthorn, he’ll see a mix of inside and outside midfield usage this season.Â
Projected Average: 70-75
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3. Jason Horne-Francis
Horne-Francis should seamlessly adapt to AFL Level, he’ll play a mix of half-forward and midfield this season. Â
Projected Average: 65-70
4. Josh Rachele
Rachele is a highly skilled player that will comfortably settle in at the AFL level, he’ll spend most of his time across half-forward and drift up into the midfield.Â
Projected Average: 65-70
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5. Jackson Mead
Mead has completed a very strong pre-season at Port Adelaide, he’ll be used through the middle of the ground which does include centre bounces.Â
Projected Average: 60-65
6. Nic Martin
Recently signed Martin makes his AFL debut in Round 1, his scoring rate should be fairly solid especially if he can spend time through the middle of the ground with his ball winning ability.
Projected Average: 60-65
7. Mitch Owens
Owens makes his debut for the Saints in Round 1, expect some midfield usage which may include centre bounces. He’s sharp around contests.
Projected Average: 55-60
8. Paddy McCartin
The former No.1 draft pick returns to the AFL at Sydney, he’ll play in defence and should see a fair share on intercept marking opportunities.Â
Projected Average: 55-60
9. Tristan Xerri
Xerri gets the nod to be included in the Nth Melbourne team in Round 1, with Todd Goldstein & Callum Coleman-Jones also included there may be a limit on what his scoring output could be.Â
Projected Average: 55-60
10. Angus Sheldrick
Sheldrick makes his debut for the Swans in Round 1, he can win plenty of ball in contested situations with his midfield background but is likely to spend time forward early in his career.
Projected Average: 55-60
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