AFL Bye Rounds: Strategic Planning and Player Management
Key Dates and Rules
Welcome to the bye rounds, a pivotal period in AFL Fantasy where savvy coaches can navigate their teams to success. During this time, you'll have three trades available each week over the next four weeks.
Players on Bye
Prior to the start of the final match of each bye round (e.g., Gold Coast vs. Essendon at the end of Round 15), all players on bye will be locked in.
Round 12:
- Brisbane Lions
- Greater Western Sydney Giants
- North Melbourne Kangaroos
- Sydney Swans
Round 13:
- Fremantle Dockers
- Port Adelaide Power
Round 14:
- Carlton Blues
- Essendon Bombers
- Geelong Cats
- Gold Coast Suns
- Melbourne Demons
- West Coast Eagles
Round 15:
- Adelaide Crows
- Collingwood Magpies
- Hawthorn Hawks
- Richmond Tigers
- St Kilda Saints
- Western Bulldogs
Trap or Treat: Trades to Consider
Treats:
- Max Holmes (DEF/MID, $877,000): Holmes has elevated his game, averaging 108 in his last five matches. He's a great option against the Tigers this week.
- Will Day (MID, $738,000): Day has returned to form with recent scores of 102 and 109. He's significantly below his starting price.
- Travis Boak (MID/FWD, $678,000): Boak has averaged 104 in his last three matches as a dual-position player, offering versatility.
Traps:
- Jordan Ridley (DEF, $760,000): While Ridley performed well last week, it's wise to wait for another strong showing before investing.
- Zac Fisher (DEF/FWD, $751,000): Trading in Fisher this week could be a risk, as anything can happen during the bye period.
Cashing Up and Rookie Selection
With all players traded in this week having a bye, many coaches are accumulating cash to strengthen their teams after the break.
- Kane McAuliffe (MID, $292,000): McAuliffe has been involved in half of Richmond's center bounces recently.
- Joel Freijah (MID/FWD, $315,000): Freijah has made a positive impact in his first three games, averaging 59.
- Harvey Harrison (FWD, $289,000): Injuries at Collingwood could make Harrison a regular fixture in the forward line.
Most Traded In and Out
Most Traded In:
- Kane McAuliffe (MID, $292,000)
- Joel Freijah (MID/FWD, $315,000)
- Harvey Harrison (FWD, $289,000)
- Will Day (MID, $738,000)
- Travis Boak (MID/FWD, $678,000)
Most Traded Out:
- Tom Powell (MID/FWD, $661,000)
- Joe Richards (FWD, $376,000)
- Hugo Garcia (MID/FWD, $374,000)
- Will Graham (DEF/MID, $490,000)
- Blake Howes (DEF, $464,000)
Calvin's Best Captains
Thursday Night:
- Sam Walsh (Carlton vs. Port Adelaide)
Friday Night:
- Nick Daicos (Collingwood vs. Western Bulldogs)
Saturday:
- Rowan Marshall (St Kilda vs. West Coast)
Sunday:
- Max Gawn (Melbourne vs. Fremantle)
Remember to join The Traders Live tonight for the latest captaincy options and team updates. Stay tuned to AFL Fantasy for expert advice and connect on social media for the latest news and updates.