AFLRATINGS NEWS: Sam Draper has joined Brisbane via free agency.
He’ll join the Lions as an unrestricted free agent.
Draper ruptured his Achilles in April this season, he is expected to be on a limited training program when the Lions begin their pre-season in November.
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“We are thrilled that a player of Sam’s calibre chose to join the Brisbane Lions for 2026 and beyond,”
“Sam is a very talented player who will strengthen our existing list, and he is also a great person who will add to our culture.” Brisbane Lions List Manager, Dom Ambrogio.
Draper was selected at pick 1 in the 2016 AFL Rookie Draft by Essendon.
He has played 78 career games for the Bombers.
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