FootyBets.aiMCG Blockbuster: Your Tigers vs Blues DraftStars Cheat Sheet!
The traditional rivals clash at the MCG this Saturday night, and while the premiership points are crucial, the daily fantasy landscape is where the real action is. Richmond’s high-octane transition game faces a stern test against a battle-hardened Carlton outfit in front of a roaring Melbourne crowd. Expect a physical, high-scoring affair that will be a goldmine for DraftStars coaches.
Our FootyBets.ai algorithm has crunched the numbers, and the computer is heavily backing a yellow-and-black wave. Here are the key players you need to build your lineups around:
The Heavy Hitters
- Tim Taranto (Richmond, MID - Projected 106.9 pts): The ultimate engine-room workhorse. Appearing in 100% of our optimal lineups, Taranto is set to dominate the clearances. Expect massive disposal numbers and a heap of tackles in a congested midfield battle.
- Jayden Short (Richmond, DEF - Projected 101.9 pts): Short is Richmond's designated distributor coming out of defensive 50. His ability to rack up uncontested marks and gain huge metres via his elite kicking makes him a safe bet to push past the ton.
- Noah Balta (Richmond, RUC - Projected 64.6 pts): An absolute lock-and-load option in the ruck. Balta’s athleticism around the ground gives him a unique floor, with his ability to drift forward, pinch-hit in the ruck, and clunk contested marks.
- Jack Ross (Richmond, MID - Projected 94.7 pts) & Seth Campbell (Richmond, FWD - Projected 68.9 pts): Ross is primed to dominate the wing with high-volume disposals and inside-50 entries. Meanwhile, Campbell is the ideal forward connector, ready to hit the scoreboard and lock the ball inside 50 with intense pressure.
Position-by-Position Quick Tips
- RUC: Noah Balta (RIC). His versatility and ground-level mobility make him the ultimate set-and-forget option for this clash.
- DEF: Nic Newman (CAR). Don't ignore the Blues; Newman is projected for a massive 105.1 points and will feast on intercept marks and kick-ins.
- MID: Tim Taranto (RIC). Write his name in pen. He has the highest floor on the slate and is a captaincy contender.
- FWD: Seth Campbell (RIC). A high-value target who will get plenty of opportunities in a game expected to feature fast-paced entries.
Ready to dominate the contest? Check out our AI’s top 10 optimal DraftStars lineups below to lock in your winning squads!