FootyBets.aiTigers vs Saints: MCG Fantasy Goldmine & AI-Backed Lineup Locks
Richmond and St Kilda clash at the MCG this Saturday in what promises to be a high-octane battle through the middle. With both sides eager to make a statement late in the season, the wide expanses of the 'G will offer plenty of uncontested footy, transition marks, and massive fantasy scoring.
Our FootyBets.ai model has crunched the numbers, and a few standouts simply cannot be ignored for your DraftStars builds:
The Core Locks
- Tim Taranto (Richmond, MID | Proj: 111.9): The undisputed ceiling play of the slate. Taranto's relentless engine guarantees heavy stoppage involvement, high tackle counts, and 25+ disposals.
- Max Hall (St Kilda, MID | Proj: 107.3): A dynamic force in the Saints' setup, Hall continues to rack up uncontested pill on the outside while pushing forward to hit the scoreboard.
- Jack Ross (Richmond, MID | Proj: 100.9): Featured in all 10 optimal builds, Ross provides an elite floor. Expect him to rack up contested possessions and clearances all afternoon.
- Tom De Koning (St Kilda, RUC | Proj: 71.8): A clean sweep across every model iteration, TDK’s aerial dominance around the ground and tap work make him the clear ruckman to back.
- Judson Clarke (Richmond, DEF | Proj: 60.9): Rebounding off half-back, Clarke's clean ball-use and intercept marking provide rock-solid baseline scoring to balance out your midfield guns.
Position-by-Position Cheat Sheet
- RUC: Tom De Koning is an absolute set-and-forget in the ruck spot.
- DEF: Pair Bradley Hill's high-possession run on the MCG wings with Judson Clarke's dependable rebound.
- MID: Load up on sheer volume with Tim Taranto, Jack Ross, and Max Hall leading the charge.
- FWD: Young guns Sam Lalor and Taj Hotton bring serious forward-half tackle pressure and goal-kicking upside.
Ready to build your winning squad? Check out our AI's Top 10 optimal DraftStars lineups below before the opening bounce!