AFL 2024: SuperCoach recap, full scores from Super Saturday
Stars failed to perform, while plenty of value buys and point-of-difference options have emerged. See the full takeaways and recap all the action from Super Saturday here.
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Wayward kicking, sub-par premiums and a demolition were all features of Super Saturday.
Webster will be looked at by the MRO once again after a huge hit involving Michael Frederick - but by most accounts, he won’t be suspended.
“He got a lot of Sherrin,” Dwayne Russell said on commentary. “That is just contesting the ball, I don’t think there is much more Jimmy Webster could have done,” Jason Dunstall added.
While stars failed to fire, two Rucks shone and new point-of-difference players emerged.
Recap all of Friday night’s SuperCoach analysis and updates below.
THE THREE TAKEAWAYS:
1. R2 LOADING?
Marshall still sits at R5, but with English scoring 91 and Grundy 117, his 111 average will be set for a boost.
It’s been a strange year for rucks, and Marshall himself has seen a -$113.3k price drop following injury and poor form, but if he continues to play how he did tonight he will be pushing for that R2 spot come season’s end.
Keep your eye on him if you’re wanting to upgrade; especially if you’re one of many stuck with Jordan Sweet.
A combined 56 disposals, 39 contested possessions, 18 clearances and 324 #SuperCoach points between … *checks notes* ... two ruckmen 😳 #AFLSaintsFreo
— The Phantom (@ThePhantomSC) May 18, 2024
2. PODS ALL ROUND
Plenty of point of different players were confirmed today, led by Adam Treloar. With a three-round average of 118 points, and an ownership of only 0.6%, he could provide the boost your team needs ... if you have a spare $610k.
If you don’t, you’re in luck. His teammate Ed Richards has done a stellar job stepping into Libba’s role, with scores of 163 and 118 since his position switch. He’s cheaper at only $477K, but is projected to rise to $500K.
Due to their unfavourable byes, Lachie Neale (162, 4% owned) and Josh Dunkley (115, 5%) haven’t been targeted by coaches, but should be seriously considered after their bye.
3. THE SECOND-HALF SPECIALISTS
Jordan Dawson (107) battled to 48 at halftime, then went bananas with three intercept marks in the last quarter alone. Luke Ryan’s influence was similar - lifting from 73 at quarter time to finish on 122. This came on a day where many SuperCoach stars failed to fire, including Jack Steele, Tom Green and Marcus Bontempelli.
FT SuperCoach Analysis:
Marshall v Jackson - what a showing.
169 pts v 154.
31 disposals v 25.
38 hitouts v 40.
8 clearances v 10.
A great night for owners of both players.
Meanwhile, Brisbane have recorded their third-biggest win, defeating Richmond by 119 points.
21,748 coaches traded in Zorko this week, and they’ll be loving it. Neale must also be considered following their Round 12 bye, while Dunkley continues to score well.
Daniel Rioli and Toby Nankervis broke the ton for Richmond, while Kane McAuliffe ($117,300) scored 62 points.
Jack Steele (85) continues the trend of sub-par premiums after Green and Bont failed to fire earlier today, and a host of Blue failed to hit the hundred last night.
14,041 coaches traded in Bruce Reville, who scored 73 points with a breakeven of -56.
Here are the final scores:
10.06PM: SUPERCOACH LOVES SMOTHERS
It’s pretty self-explanatory, but smothers are an important tool in boosting a players’ score. Switkowski’s late smother was worth 2.3, but would have been scaled due to the time left in the game - and what could have been for the Saints.
10.02PM: MOVES LIKE JAEGER
Two late goals from O’Meara have solidified victory for Walyalup.
Despite gathering only four possessions, the two he converted have been vital.
9.56PM: CAPTAIN ... FANTASTIC?
I feel a bit better knowing 6.3% of the top 1% of coaches also have the C on Luke Ryan - he’s made his way to 109.
0.1% of them, however, have Marshall (159) as their captain. Bravo.
Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera is on 104, while seven Dockers have broken the ton.
This is a reflection of their dominance for the majority of the second half, which they’ve struggled to make evident on the scoreboard.
9.52PM: FIVE FOR LOHMANN
Kai Lohmann has his fifth, and Brisbane’s 23rd goal.
Fellow rookie Breville has surpassed SuperCoach rival Sullivan’s score of 51, currently sitting on 54 points.
The Lions lead by 108.
9.45PM: BEHIND, BEHIND, BEHIND ...
Add eight more ... it was 11 behinds’s - including a score review - in a row at Marvel.
For all of Euro-Yroke’s dominance, they simply couldn’t convert.
Treacy finally broke the drought, and it was celebration galore.
Will the Saints be able to make them rue their inaccuracy, or will their own missed opportunities leave them walking away empty handed?
Guys .........#AFLSaintsFreopic.twitter.com/7ZumoZxrgf
— Cliff Reeve (@Cliff_Reeve) May 18, 2024
3QT SuperCoach Analysis:
With Marshall on 145 and Jackson on 105, will the better ruckman ultimately decide who takes the four points?
Walyalup can go into fifth position if they are successful, while Euro-Yroke’s season is on the line.
Jack Steele is only on 58 points, while Luke Ryan sits on 74 ... he may or may not be my captain.
At the Gabba, the Lions continue to dominate with the five top scorers at 3QT.
Shai Bolton has improved tonight, but the disappointing scoreline sees him with only 57 points.
Thomson Dow has been strong, as has his brother back home.
9.25PM: SORRY AL
Cameron, Lohmann ... both on four goals and the latter is up to 99 points.
Sorry, Al.
To make matters worse, Rhyan Mansell has gone down to the rooms to complete a concussion test.
9.19PM: BACK TO BACK
Cumberland, and then Mansell.
It’s been a tough night for the Tigers, who trail by 71 pts, but they’ve finally been able to string together back to back goals.
A relative sigh of relief.
Zorko (119), Neale (107) and Daniher (103) have all broken the ton.
9.15PM: SHARMAN SUBBED
Cooper Sharman has been subbed out of the game for the Saints, replaced by Zak Jones.
9.12PM: BRUUUUUCE
Is what is sounded like at the Gabba.
Bruce Reville kicks his first career goal.
Back in Melbourne, Amiss keeps the Dockers in touch with a long-range major.
No one has been able to stop Marshall, though, who now sits on 123 points.
It’s only the third quarter!
BRUCE IS ON THE BOARD! ðŸ¦
— Fox Footy (@FOXFOOTY) May 18, 2024
New Lion Bruce Reville kicks his first AFL goal
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9.06PM: HAMMER TIME
Yes, I know, it’s a basic headline - but it really is Hammer time at Marvel!
Two quick goals to Caminiti, who sits just ahead of Wilson (43) on 44 points.
Both teams are even across most major metrics.
It's hammer time at Marvel Stadium! 🔨#AFLSaintsFreopic.twitter.com/Gq0D5nSfvx
— AFL (@AFL) May 18, 2024
9.05PM: LEFAU SUBBED
Matt Coulthard will enter the game for Richmond, replacing Lefau.
It’s another injury blow for the Tigers, who are running out of fit players fast.
HT SuperCoach Analysis:
It has been a real end-to-end contest at Marvel, but it’s Rowan Marshall who has been the most influential in the SuperCoach realm. Mitch Owens has three goals, while Paddy Dow is on track for a ton in his first game for the Saints - who continue to leak points to defenders.
Around the grounds, plenty of Tigers are still rewarding owners despite the unflattering scoreline.
It’s the Lions, though, who are leading the way, with Neale and Zorko nearing on 100 at half time.
Bruce Reville (23) is on par to match fellow rookie Lachie Sullivan’s score of 51 from earlier today, leaving all parties happy.
8.34PM: TIGERS CAN SCORE ... IN SUPERCOACH, AT LEAST
While the Tigers are well out of touch on the scoreboard, their SuperCoach showing has still been solid.
Despite once again losing the inside 50 count substantially, it’s rookie Lefau who leads the way on 50 pts, while Prestia (39) and Dow (43) and working hard in the midfield.
They have now registered 13 effective clearances - two more than the Lions, and two of these have resulted in goals.
It's been a difficult fortnight for the Tigers 😬#AFLLionsTigerspic.twitter.com/FTSfvD1fDr
— 7AFL (@7AFL) May 18, 2024
Just as I’ve said that, Lefau has gone off for a HIA following a hit from Jack Payne. Let’s hope he’s back out there soon.
8.30PM: MIDFIELD MADNESS
With five minutes left to play, the Saints and Dockers mids are well on track to breaking the ton.
Serong (51), Hayden Young (49), (Marcus Windahger (42) and Dow (41) are all scoring nicely, while Jack Steele (36) has gotten himself back in touch.
8.21PM: EURO-YROKE FIGHTS BACK
The Saints have recaptured the lead, assisted by a goal to ex-Walyalup star Liam Henry.
Rowan Marshall (82) leads their scoring, while they have missed Mason Wood (32) in recent weeks - a player who is showing his worth tonight.
Clark (71) and Ryan (56) are among the Dockers’ leaders as the Saints once again leak points to defenders.
8.13PM: AH CHEE FLYS
Did you see that? Brown is already on -2, and has now been the launching pad for one of the best marks you’ll see.
Spectacular.
Cameron finishes with a goal as his lions continue to dominate following a goalless first quarter from the Tigers.
"AH CHEE WHAT A RIPPER!" 🤯
— 7AFL (@7AFL) May 18, 2024
Cal Ah Chee gets UP for a massive speccy!#AFLLionsTigerspic.twitter.com/cYR3ejKv5H
QT SuperCoach Analysis:
Currently, Luke Ryan is not my hero ... but 24 isn’t too bad. Luke Jackson is leading the way as a solo ruck, making up somewhat for the Sweet blow faced by so many.
Rowan Marshall is pressing his case for the R2 spot, while Jack Steele has been incredibly quiet, registering only 12 points.
Defensive rookie Tom Brown is sitting on -2.
7.57PM: BYE BYE BREAKEVEN
Kai Lohmann is nearing his breakeven of 53, sitting on 47 points. He is owned by 4,595 coaches, who will be delighted to milk out a little more cash +$160.2k rise so far.
Jeremy Sharp ($343,900) has a breakeven of only 18, and is currently on 29 points following a goal - that’s more than Serong.
Many, like me, unfortunately cashed him in early - but the 20% of coaches who retained him are being duly rewarded.
#AFLSaintsFreopic.twitter.com/vOAPRgeBY7
— Melanie âš“ï¸ (@melanie_wray) May 18, 2024
Let’s add to that Pat Voss ($123,900), whose breakeven is -16.
7.53PM: SUB ACTIVATED
Frederick has exited the game under concussion protocols following the hit from Webster, with Tom Emmett taking his place.
7.51PM: LIONS DOMINATE
Brisbane and dominating the Tigers, who once again are left struggling for answers.
Mykelti Lefau, however, sits on 25 points despite a match up with Harris Andrews.
Lachie Neale (38) and Joe Daniher (50) are amongst the top scorers.
7.47PM: PADDY WOW
In his first game for the Saints, Paddy Dow (MID $307,400) now has his first goal. He sits on 21 points, and is already in Dos’ team ...
PADDY DOW ðŸ˜
— St Kilda FC (@stkildafc) May 18, 2024
7.40PM: IS WEBSTER IN TROUBLE?
Webster, who was suspended for seven weeks after a high bump on Jy Simpkin in a pre-season game, came in with speed to make an intercept in a marking contest.
He made heavy contact with Frederick who was bravely running back with the flight attempting to mark as he jumped over the top of him to bring the ball to ground.
“He got a lot of Sherrin,” Dwayne Russell said on commentary.
“That is just contesting the ball, I don’t think there is much more Jimmy Webster could have done,” Jason Dunstall added.
Jimmy Webster v Michael Frederick#AFLSaintsDockerspic.twitter.com/fxN3jFz2S6
— bear 🧸 (@beartorius) May 18, 2024
The action evoked a number of boos from the crowd.
FT SuperCoach Analysis:
While Green (96) and Bont (89) failed to crack the ton, Treloar and Richards have come out of the blocks and straight into POD contention.
GWS has won only one of it’s last five matches, leaving Kingsley with some homework to do.
As a result of the Dogs’ forward half dominance, Himmelberg, Haynes and Whitfield produced high SuperCoach scores.
The top eight is starting to shake up, with the GIANTS joining top-four hopefuls Carlton and Geelong in producing their worst performance for the year.
Darcy and Thomas both finished on 84, while another popular rookie in Garcia recorded 52 points.
7.05PM: TRAFFIC JAM
The GIANTS have struggled all night to get the ball deep into their forward fifty. Barring any score changes in the next minute-and-a-half, it will be their lowest score since Round 20, 2022 where they scored only 39 points against cross-town rivals Sydney.
In great news for SuperCoaches, however, Darcy received a 50m free-for and converted - the only downside is that it went against another popular pick in Whitfield.
6.54PM: GREENE GETS IT DONE
Greene gets GWS’ first goal of the half - wow.
I hope I haven’
6.48PM: RICHARDS LIFTS, GREEN FALLS
Ed Richards has joined Treloar in breaking the ton for the Bulldogs, assisting in a Harmes goal.
A 24-point lead, the highest of the day, should have them comfortably over the line.
He sits in only 718 teams, leaving him to loom as a very juicy POD.
Alongside Bont (69), Bailey Dale sits on only 67 while Green has made his way to 80.
The latter was projected a -$42k price drop with a breakeven of 180. This was based on a predicted score of 88.
If you’re apart of the 42% who doesn’t yet have him in your side, next week is shaping to be the best time to jump onboard.
6.43PM: TSUNAMI WARNING, DEACTIVATED
The siren still filled ENGIE stadium heading into the final term, but I’m declaring the siren be deactivated and the warning downgraded.
From 41 defensive exits, the GIANTS have only entered their fifty six times.
We saw it against Essendon last week - it’s transition game has well and truly dissipated.
While the Bulldogs’ luck hasn’t turned - with Naughton recording the SEVENTH ‘poster’ of the day (yes, that deserves caps) - the home side look stagnant and show no signs of threatening.
3QT SuperCoach Analysis:
It was 30 more minutes of a scrappy affair, with some surprise names shooting to the top of the table SuperCoach wise.
Treloar continues to shine 24 disposals at 71% efficiency, trumped by Harry Himmelberg’s 15 kicks at 84%.
Green (77) and Bont (57) will need to lift, while owner’s of Darcy (56) and Thomas (76) should be impressed, with the latter surpassing his breakeven of 36.
6.27PM: 24.2M CONFIRMED
Circling back to this afternoon’s game between Collingwood and Kuwarna, Fox Footy have confirmed that Rankine did, in fact, run too far.
Meanwhile, the Dogs have kicked 1.6 - it feels like a first-quarter repeat.
No player has cracked the ton, yet, despite Hogan and Treloar being close for some time.
6.23PM: LONG RANGE
It’s the goal the Dogs needed - their first from long range for the day. James Harmes, who has worked his way up to 28 points.
He nearly got another, but the post had different ideas. The fifth ‘poster’ of the game so far.
GWS’ defence is holding up, but the Bulldogs have nine more scoring shots and should be well in front.
Harvey Thomas (74) has now overtaken Green.
It’s me who traded in Green this week, not Tim ...
Sexton, my other inclusion, did well, so I’m not taking the blame today.
Harmes hits the scoreboard.#AFLGiantsDogspic.twitter.com/hrMbxtEX9k
— AFL (@AFL) May 18, 2024
6.16PM: BONT V GREEN
And just like that, Bont’s rising. Now on 53 points with 12 minutes to play.
Green, on the other hand, sits on 62 points - only one greater than his half time score.
6.08PM: BEVO’S PLAN
Keep your eyes peeled, Bevo has a plan.
Prior to the third quarter, he said there is a process in place to help his side at stoppage when questioned about Ward’s tag on Bontempelli.
He said it will be for the benefit of the team, but look out for a benefit to his SuperCoach score and impact on the game.
HT SuperCoach Analysis:
The Bulldogs have registered nine behinds and only four goals from 31 inside 50s - almost double the GIANTS’ 19, yet they lead by only five points at half time.
It will be interesting to see how they respond - will GWS tidy up it’s clearance work and score from transition, or will the Bulldogs rectify their ability to find an option, and capitalise on the set shot?
Bontempelli getting busy will help, and his knack for score involvements will also help his SuperCoach output.
Thomas sits on 57 points, but will need to pass 98 to continue to generate cash.
Here are the scores at the main break:
5.43PM: IT’S A QUIET NIGHT FOR ...
Sam Darcy. 25 points so far, but with Jones already out, coaches will be looking for more.
He’s had a good day out, but his efficiency of 40% is a score killer.
If he can hit the scoreboard he can rectify his SuperCoach output.
A MARK INSIDE 50! I’m jinxing him in a good way ...
And he converts. Lovely!
Moving on, the Bont has also been quiet, sitting on only 31 points.
From the top 10% of coaches, 2.6% have chosen him as their captain while 5.1% have him as vice captain.
5.40PM: HOGAN GETS TO WORK
In game 150, Hogan has been everywhere. He’s been on quite the journey since entering the system, but is having a stellar year and has been involved all around the ground today.
He adds another goal to his tally, granting the GIANTS the lead.
127 is his career high SuperCoach score against the Bulldogs - he’s currently sitting on 99 points just before half time.
Jesse Hogan single-handedly keeping the Giants in this.
— Lachlan McKirdy (@LMcKirdy7) May 18, 2024
Mammoth performance from him in the first half. #AFLGiantsDogs
5.29PM: CASH GENERATION HARMED
James Harmes (MID/FWD $346,300) was a popular selection in the pre-season and it now owned by only 3% of coaches.
He was looking like a potential addition for the coming weeks with a breakeven of -32, but sits on only 10 points so far.
5.24PM: GOALS ARRIVE
Ugle-Hagan, Vandermeer, Ward ... I mean, West.
An unfortunate kick from Ward allowed Rhylee West to capitalise for their third goal as GWS continue to struggle to get the ball inside it’s forward half.
As I write this, Hogan has slotted his second to ebb the flow - worryingly, though, it’s only the Giants’ second mark inside 50.
He now sits on 50 points after utilising his talents up the ground, too - he’s in 4% of teams.
Vandermeer gets crafty to put the Dogs ahead ðŸ¶#AFLGiantsDogspic.twitter.com/7LQWv6G9nx
— AFL (@AFL) May 18, 2024
QT SuperCoach Analysis:
The Bulldogs won the inside 50s 20-8, but were unable to capitalise, whereas GWS scored at a rate of 88% from their minimal entries.
The GIANTS had 29 opportunities to transition the ball from their defensive half to their forward fifty, but were only able to achieve that on five occasions - an area which they are usually strong, but have struggled in for the past month.
SuperCoach wise, Darcy Jones is a huge loss while Ed Richards proves he’s a very viable option.
A large portion of the top scorers are GIANTS defenders, reflecting the Dogs’ territory wins.
Will they begin to capitalise?
5.00PM: ROOKIE DOWN
Popular SuperCoach rookie Darcy Jones has been subbed out of the game with a hamstring injury, with Conor Stone taking to the field just moments ago.
Owned by 34% of coaches, he sat on eight points and will just pass his breakeven of -8.
It is a big blow for the young star who has been electric for the GIANTS since his debut in their ANZAC clash.
Tim might have left the blog for the day, but he’s still putting in to provide the SuperCoach stats we all need.
About 20000 #supercoach teams have Darcy Jones on field.
— Tim Michell (@tim_michell) May 18, 2024
Subbed in first quarter on 8 with a hamstring.
4.55PM: HERE COME THE GIANTS
As a result of the Bulldogs’ early inefficiency and an inability to capitalise on inside 50 entries, Toby Greene gets the GIANTS’ first to give his side the lead.
It was the breakthrough they needed as their defence has been largely under siege.
4.45PM: RAIN, RAIN, GO AWAY
The rain is making for a scrappy affair so far. There have been no rotations so far, either.
GWS has conceded nine inside 50s and are lucky to have given up only one behind to the Bulldogs.
Ed Richards sits on 11 poinst so far after a career-high 163 last week, while Adam Treloar - owned by only 1,136 coaches - is sitting on 30.
Tom Green has 17 points and Lachie Whitfield has 18, both displaying efficiency above 70%.
4.33PM: TSUNAMI WARNING, ACTIVATED
The Giants and Dogs are taking to their positions at ENGIE Stadium as we catch our breath following the last game.
Today’s game marks Taylor Duryea’s 200th game, while Jason Johannisen (WB), Lachie Ash and Josh Kelly are missing from each sides starting lineups.
The Bulldogs have won five of the last six encounters with GWS.
The subs have also been locked in, with both rookies Harvey Thomas (MID/FWD $255,200) and Darcy Jones (FWD $175,600) in the starting line-up.
No late changes for #AFLGiantsDogs.
— AFL (@AFL) May 18, 2024
Substitutes:@GWSGIANTS - Conor Stone@westernbulldogs - Caleb Daniel
4.20PM: PIES HOLD ON!
Wow.
Hard to sum up that finish in a few words.
Izak Rankine was streaming forward, the umpire pinged him for running too far and Adelaide’s last chance to defeat Collingwood was thwarted.
The Pies hold on by four points!
Over to Chloe Williams who will take you through the Giants-Bulldogs match.
4.16PM: DE GOEY DELIVERS
The Pies lead again with 118 seconds left to play.
Isaac Quaynor’s defensive smother inspired an end-to-end passage from the Pies which was finished off by De Goey after his direct opponent Mark Keane fell over.
Pies by four.
4.10PM: RANKINE PUTS THE CROWS IN FRONT
Izak Rankine’s SuperCoach price is going to be sky-high next week!
The Crows weapon has gone into triple figures and is having a huge influence on this game.
His dribble goal which put the Crows in front was out of this world.
And how about this long bomb from Mitch Hinge earlier?
Hinge opens the door with a BIG goal 🚀#AFLPiesCrowspic.twitter.com/IAeXx3TSkX
— AFL (@AFL) May 18, 2024
4.05PM: CROWS SURGING
There’s less than 10 minutes on the clock and Adelaide is all over the Magpies. Crows skipper Jordan Dawson is everywhere, taking three intercrept marks already in this quarter as he tries to life his side over the line. He’s up to 103 SuperCoach points and is having a huge influence.
THREE-QUARTER-TIME: PIES BY 17 POINTS
Four players have already eclipsed 90 SuperCoach points as the Pies-Crows clash heads for a close finish.
Scott Pendlebury leads the way with a quarter to play on 105, followed by Jack Crisp (96), Nick Daicos (94) and Matt Crouch (91).
The Crows activated their sub just before three-quarter-time, bringing Ned McHenry into the game for Lachie Sholl.
Chloe Williams will be jumping into the blog soon for GWS Giants v Western Bulldogs, which is being played in the west of Sydney.
Conor Stone (GWS) and Caleb Daniel (Bulldogs) are the subs for that match.
Wherever Daniel is playing next year, he’s going to be super cheap...
3.40PM: MCINNES OUT WITH CONCUSSION
Collingwood is down to three players on the bench for the remainder of the match after a Reef McInnes failed a concussion asessment.
The Pies subbed out Will Hoskin-Elliott earlier in the second half.
3.30PM: NOBLE GOALS IN MILESTONE
What a moment for John Noble.
With his 21st disposal, the Pies backman goals in his 100th game to give Collingwood a handy 16-point buffer midway through the third quarter.
Meanwhile, Reef McInnes is being assessed for potential concussion.
Noble in game 100, you love to see it ðŸ˜@Toyota_Aus | #AFLPiesCrowspic.twitter.com/hFOFEr5iPH
— AFL (@AFL) May 18, 2024
Huge congratulations to John Noble. Epic achievement to become the first mid season draft pick to play 100 AFL games ðŸ‘ðŸ‘👠#AFLPiesCrows#gopiespic.twitter.com/zEvs0Ymoj5
— Matt (@Mattys123) May 18, 2024
3.20PM: PIES MAKE SUB
Will Hoskin-Elliott has been subbed for Collingwood with a hamstring concern.
Harvey Harrison is into the game, but the good news for SuperCoaches is that both Joe Richards and Lachie Sullivan will play a full game today and won’t end up being subbed out.
HALFTIME: COLLINGWOOD LEADS BY 11
It was looking ominous for Adelaide midway through the quarter before it staged a late rally to stay within 11 points at the main break.
Matt Crouch (68) leads the SuperCoach scoring for Adelaide after having 17 handballs in the first half, while Scott Pendlebury and Nick Daicos have 73 points apiece for Collingwood.
Ben Keays went to Pendlebury in that quarter in an effort to curtal his influence.
Joe Richards (43), Lachie Sullivan (33) and Fin Macrae (33) are doing the SuperCoach rookies proud.
2.45PM: DAWSON MAKES HIS MOVE
What is it about Crows skipper Jordan Dawson and low starts?
Dawson gave his SuperCoach owners a few concerns with a quiet first quarter but has worked his way into the game in the second period.
His SuperCoach score is up to 36 points as we close in on halftime after setting up a goal for Elliott Himmelberg that the Crows badly needed.
2.30PM: QUAYNOR KNEE CONCERN
Isaac Quaynor is hobbling with an apparent knee concern after being hurt while tackling Josh Rachele.
The Magpies defender has so far played on, but was limping after attempting a spoil a few minutes ago.
On the SuperCoach front, this week’s bargain hunters will be very happy with how Lachie Sullivan (30) and Joe Richards (36) have started.
QUARTER-TIME: COLLINGWOOD BY SEVEN POINTS
Scott Pendlebury kicked Collingwood’s first two goals in a vintage display from the former Pies skipper.
“He’s putting on a clinic,” Garry Lyon said on Fox Footy on Pendlebury’s hot start.
Pendlebury also set up Will Hoskin-Elliott for Collingwood’s third and went passed 50 SuperCoach points late in the first quarter.
Just sitting here marvelling at Scott Pendlebury. Wow. What more can you say? #aflpiescrows
— Justin Davidson (@JustinDavidsonM) May 18, 2024
Adelaide has more than held its own though, with Matt Crouch and Jake Soligo enjoying a strong start in the middle of the ground.
Lachie Sullivan (18 SuperCoach points) has had two tackles and three disposals, while last week’s centurion Joe Richards is on 14.
And while you’re making a coffee or a cuppa to enjoy during the second quarter, check out this read from Glenn McFarlane on Billy Frampton’s unusual journey towards 50 AFL games.
Billy Frampton will forever be a premiership Pie, even if his performance on the big stage had its critics.
— SuperFooty (AFL) (@superfooty) May 17, 2024
Ahead of the clash with Adelaide, the former Crow says he always feels like he’s on the edge.
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2.10PM: SIDEBOTTOM A SNEAKY POD OPTION?
One of the best things that can happen to a SuperCoach forward or midfielder is being shifted into defence — just look at Alex Sexton.
Steele Sidebottom, a $346k MID in SuperCoach, has gone to halfback for Collingwood in recent matches and enjoyed an uptick in his scoring.
The veteran Magpie has started strongly today as he looks to continue his strong form after
scoring 118 SuperCoach points in his new role last week.
2PM: DAICOS CUTTING LOOSE
Nick Daicos is running riot at the MCG with eight disposals and 26 SuperCoach points in the first 12 minutes.
The Crows had a rare win in the last few minutes against Daicos though when he was caught holding the ball by Jake Soligo.
Definite danger signs for Adelaiude though.
“No one is going to him at a stoppage. The Crows got away with that one again,” Nick Dal Santo says on Fox Footy.
1.50PM: DE GOEY RETURNS AS FORWARD
Craig McRae flagged pregame Jordan De Goey would return in a different role — and it appears to be as a high half forward.
Scott Pendlebury has started in the middle of the ground and kicked the first goal to give the Magpies a dream start at the MCG.
1.35PM: GOOD NEWS FOR SUPERCOACHES
Lachie Sullivan and Joe Richards have avoided the subs vest.
Harvey Harrison will be the starting sub for Collingwood as he returns from injury.
SuperCoaches had been sweating on the Magpies’ sub with Sullivan boasting a -92 break even after successive scores of 75.
Ned McHenry is the Crows sub.
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Originally published as AFL 2024: SuperCoach recap, full scores from Super Saturday
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