AFL.com.au's Warnie, Calvin and Roy bring you the Round 1 AFL Fantasy wrap:
Last Week’s Events
Tom Bell (MID, $401,000) was the Blues leading scorer in the season opener with 108 from 25 touches and an impressive seven tackles. He was closely followed by Defender Sam Docherty (DEF, $459,000) on 107 from 23 possessions and eight marks. Kade Simpson (DEF, $523,000) once again showed why he is one of the safest options in our back-line with 97 and Bryce Gibbs (MID, $571,000) was solid for 96. Unfortunately Marc Murphy (MID, $531,000) was kept very quiet, managing just 67 from 21 disposals.
On The Radar
Sam Docherty has put his hand up for selection in the back-line after many Fantasy defenders under-performed this week. He is priced at $459,000 and has a break-even of 60. Troy Menzel (FWD, $296,000) enjoyed more time up the ground than last year and his score of 81 reflected that. At that price, he is bound to make a lot of money in the coming weeks as he currently has a break-even of just 30.
What’s Coming Up?
Hopefully the game against the Eagle this week can help Marc Murphy find his best form. Last time they met, Murph absolutely dominated with 32 touches, five marks and 11 tackles for a whopping 146. Bryce Gibbs and Kade Simpson will also look to back up their strong starts to the year after scoring 121 and 105 respectively in the most recent hit out.
We’re offering a special bonus for Carlton fans this season, with the skipper, Marc Murphy, setting up his own special celebrity league! Believe us, he’s in it to win it!
Click here to register for AFL Fantasy 2015
To join "Murph’s League", enter the Fantasy League Code VYKL345U.
We’re also encouraging supporters to join Carlton’s verified fantasy league this season.
Add the fantasy league code 9NUVSSFY to ensure you are taking on your fellow Bluebaggers!
What is new in AFL Fantasy for 2015?
Great new prizes
There's $25,000 up for grabs for the overall winner of Fantasy Classic, along with a complete AFL Grand Final experience package. There's also $5000 on offer for second place and $1000 for third.
One click to regenerate your leagues
It's easier than ever to take on your mates in Fantasy. League commissioners can quickly recreate their leagues from 2014 and invite the same friends along with new players. Those who create and fill their Fantasy Classic league by March 2 receive a free AFL Live subscription for 2015.
$10 million to play with
Your salary cap remains at $10 million with 30 spots to be filled and the same mix as last year of defenders, midfielders, ruckmen and forwards. If you want Tom Rockliff, he's going to set you back a whopping $763,000. It's those quality players returning from injury (think Daniel Rich, Matthew Kreuzer, Nathan van Berlo) who look like the smart picks as you trial your team through the NAB Challenge.
Join unlimited leagues
Why limit yourself? Fantasy Classic allows you to play in as many leagues as you wish and to customise the size and structure of those leagues to your taste. Do you want to play finals, battle it out in a quick 10-week season or ditch the head-to-head games and hand over the trophy to the overall top scorer. The choice is yours.
