Fantasy Stocktake: Buy, Sell, and Hold Ahead of R21
The R21 fantasy football season is in full swing, and it's time to take a closer look at the players who are heating up and those who might be cooling down. Here's a breakdown of who to buy, sell, and hold, based on recent performances and upcoming match-ups.
Buy:
Errol Gulden (MID, $965,000): Gulden's 137 points against Port Adelaide were a season-high, and he's shaping up to be a popular trade target. With a favorable fixture against the Swans, Saints, Power, Bombers, and Roos, he's a strong buy for the rest of the season.
Izak Rankine (FWD/MID, $890,000): Rankine's 103 points against the Pies continue his hot form. With a three-game average of 111, he's a must-have for any fantasy team. His upcoming fixture against the Bombers and Tigers is particularly promising.
Jarman Impey (DEF, $850,000): Impey's 147 points in his last two games against the Tigers and Bombers are impressive. While his best match-ups are behind him, his confidence is up, and he's a solid buy for the rest of the season.
Darcy Cameron (RUC, $869,000): Cameron's three straight tons, capped by a 137, make him a strong buy. With a soft ruck match-up against Geelong next, he's a top contender for Pig of the Week.
Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera (DEF/MID, $1,161,000): Wanganeen-Milera's 46 disposals, five marks, three tackles, and four goals against North Melbourne were a season-high. He carries a BE of 111 and is a must-have for any team.
Sell:
Christian Petracca (FWD/MID, $730,000): Petracca's eight-game streak without recording triple figures is a cause for concern. His revenge game against the Dees might not be enough to turn things around, and he's a sell candidate.
Sam Durham (FWD/MID, $773,000): Durham's top score of 79 in four games without a triple-figure return is a red flag. His tough upcoming fixture against the Crows, Cats, and Swans makes him a sell.
Joel Fitzgerald (MID, $550,000): Fitzgerald's BE of 46 and his struggle to reach 70% TOG make him a downgrade option. His recent price increase of $320k since making his debut is a concern.
Rowan Marshall (RUC/FWD, $916,000): Marshall's late withdrawal and sharing of ruck duties make him a risky hold. His recent cash gains might be enough to justify a trade.
Nic Newman (DEF, $839,000): Newman's $74k price drop due to an early injury in his milestone game is a sign to sell. His serviceable performance with four hundreds in his last seven games is not enough to justify holding.
Hold:
Wayne Milera (DEF, $926,000): Milera's great form averaging 109 in his last three games and his favorable fixture against the Bombers and Tigers make him a hold.
Hugh McCluggage (MID, $666,000): McCluggage's game of the weekend suggests he might be a bargain. His high risk, high reward nature and nice match-ups make him a hold.
Key Takeaways:
This R21 fantasy stocktake highlights the importance of staying up-to-date with player performances and match-ups. Buying players with favorable fixtures and high potential, like Gulden and Impey, can pay off. Selling players with cooling form, like Petracca and Durham, can help avoid losses. Holding players with strong performances and favorable fixtures, like Milera and McCluggage, can provide stability. Remember to monitor player injuries and late withdrawals, as they can significantly impact your fantasy team's performance.
