All Australian 40-man squad: Who's in the mix from your club?Nathan Schmook
afl.com.au
16 August 2017TWO months ago, AFL.com.au's writers named each club's contenders for the 2017 Virgin Australia AFL All Australian team, and selected their mid-season team of the year.
With two rounds to go, our writers revist their selections, taking into account whose form has improved and whose has stagnated. Which players from your club could make 2017's best team?
RICHMONDDavid Astbury A rock in defence, Astbury has taken on the big jobs and played every game. Involved in 91 one-on-one contests (fourth most in the AFL) and has lost only 18.
Trent Cotchin Back to his best and relishing more freedom under a new attacking game plan. Averaging 24 possessions (11.3 contested) and a team-high 5.7 tackles, leading by example and standing up at critical moments in games.
Dustin Martin Arguably the best midfielder in the competition and a short-priced favourite to win his first Brownlow Medal. Has kicked 28 goals and is feared when isolated deep forward. Also averages 28.9 disposals (No.10 in the AFL) and an AFL-high 3.7 centre clearances.
Alex Rance The intercept king of the AFL, Rance ranks No.1 in the League for intercept possessions (185) and No.3 for intercept marks (60). No.2 in the AFL for spoils (172) and without peer as the game's best key defender.
Jack Riewoldt Has held a small forward line together and played a selfless role that has been underrated. Kicked 43.30 in 18 games and ranks No.12 in the AFL for overall scoreboard impact (357 points) when goal and behind assists are included.
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