Im not surprised with Chris Connolly’s quote above – remember last year Melbourne would rest their kids every few weeks (ala Bennell) so as to stop them deteriorating. Definitely a good idea, but its frustrating for us DT coaches.

Currently i have Martin starting and Trengove and Shuey on my bench – i have gone with 4 elite mids… a theory based behind getting off to a good start from round one with my eyes on the end of year prize!

Morabito is another one to look at – if he werent recruited by Freo, you wouldnt bother as he only averaged 14 possessions last year in the WAFL – however, being a docker may see him play a consistent 22 games (see my freo article for more)

I think most of us agree that Martin and Trengove are the most obvious first year players to play 18 plus AFL games in 2010. Trengove looks ready made and a lock for most dreamteams.

Having covered Trengove in great detail, I’m interested to know how many games you think Scully will play in 2010?

I know Scully had a set back prior to Christmas, but he is ready for NAB cup Round 1 which is a great sign. Also, while Scully is not as well built as Trengove, he has a naturally wiry frame capable of taking the hard knocks. He is also an elite long distance runner so I doubt he will be anything but cherry ripe come Round 1 of the home and away season.

I haven’t ruled out picking up Scully, Martin, Trengove and Morabito.

I viewed Trengove as much more ready to step into AFL than Scully, who is a relatively slim lad?

How do you compare their scoring potentials if Trengove and Scully are both given the roles in the team they desire and play best in?

Who is next week? ;)