AFL Round 12 Saturday DraftStars Slate: Magpie Magic & Swans Swarming

Welcome to a massive Super Saturday for AFL Round 12! We’ve got a cracking three-game slate featuring the Swans hosting the Tigers on the tight expanses of the SCG, a heavy-hitting Gabba clash between the Lions and Dockers, and a prime-time Docklands shootout between the Bulldogs and Magpies. With fast-deck footy expected under the roof and friendly conditions up north, expect some massive fantasy ceilings today.

Our FootyBets.ai algorithm has run the numbers, and the data is screaming for plenty of black and white. Here are the most heavily selected players popping up in our optimal builds:

Jack Crisp & Scott Pendlebury (Collingwood, MID) The algorithm absolutely loves the Pies' engine room today, locking both Crisp and the evergreen Pendlebury into 100% of our top builds. Crisp is projected for a monster 96.7 points, while Pendles (90.9 projected pts) will do what he always does—rack up cheap ball and use it flawlessly.

Jeremy Howe (Collingwood, DEF) Another Magpie who features in 10 out of 10 optimal lineups. The Docklands roof guarantees pristine conditions for Howe to sit across half-back, intercept, and distribute. He's projected for a rock-solid 83.8 points.

Rory Lobb (Western Bulldogs, RUC) Popping up in 90% of our top builds, Lobb is the algorithm's preferred big man for this slate. Projected for just under 80 points, his mobility and ability to push forward against the Pies make him a highly reliable anchor for your DraftStars side.

James Jordon & Chad Warner (Sydney Swans, FWD) Sydney is tipped to run rampant against Richmond, and the AI is heavily backing this duo. Jordon (in 8/10 lineups) offers a brilliant floor, while Warner (7/10 lineups) brings match-winning upside, projected to blast his way to over 91 points.

Position-by-Position Quick Tips

RUC: Lock and load Rory Lobb. The data loves his matchup today, giving you a brilliant mix of hit-outs and around-the-ground accumulation without having to overthink it.

DEF: It’s a Collingwood block party. Anchor your backline with Jeremy Howe, but don't hesitate to stack him with Isaac Quaynor or ball-magnet recruit Dan Houston, who both offer immense intercept-and-rebound value.

MID: You want the high-volume accumulators here. Jack Crisp and Scott Pendlebury are non-negotiable staples, while Bulldogs Adam Treloar and Matt Kennedy (projected for a massive 95.2 points) are the perfect run-and-gun options under the roof.

FWD: Look to the SCG for your firepower. Plug in Chad Warner for elite scoring punch, and use James Jordon or even young Swan Tom Hanily to round out your forward line with dependable output.

Ready to cash in on Super Saturday? Scroll down to see the FootyBets.ai Top 10 optimal DraftStars lineups for today's slate!