DT Round 11 Movers & Shakers

We'll go through all this chronologically starting with Friday night's Richmond-Bulldogs clash and going through up until Monday's Melbourne-Collingwood game.

For the Western Bulldogs, 2008 Brownlow medallist Adam Cooney's value continues to improve after a score of 111. Cooney is now at $350k having been as low at $323k a few weeks ago, so if you wanted to buy him, you may have missed your chance.

Also for the Bulldogs, forward Daniel Giansiracusa is in the same boat as Cooney with his third price increase in a row taking him up to $372k with a score of 99. Young midfielder Callan Ward is still reasonably good value despite a $25k increase, at $245k.

For Richmond, if you're in the market for a quality backman or forward, then Joel Bowden and Brett Deledio could be good pickups after both dropped in value. Bowden's at $352k following a 118, while Deledio drops to $364k following a poor 56.

On the other hand, you may have missed the chance for a cheap pickup in Mark Coughlan as his value soars again up to $294k, while if you've still got Alex Rance you probably should've sold him already after his price dropped $13k to $186k after a weak 40.

For St Kilda, defender Brendon Goddard will be worth a look over the next few weeks after a weak score of 46 sees his value drop almost $20k. Goddard's price should slide for a week or two following that, and while he's a bit expensive at $415k at the moment, he might be affordable soon.

Saints teammates Nick Riewoldt (120) and Lenny Hayes (114) also have slight price drops, but both are still rather expensive, although definitely good pickups if you've got the cash to splash.

For North Melbourne, backman Nathan Grima is worth noting after he played his third game, his value soared up $48k to $135k with a score of 85. If you've got him already that's great, but I'm not so sure he'd be a great pickup now. Beyond that there isn't alot happening with the Kangaroos.

For Carlton, star midfielders Bryce Gibbs, Chris Judd, Marc Murphy and Kade Simpson all see their value drop with the latter the most significant decrease.

Also, Brendon Fevola soars to $343k with a $37k increase from his mammoth score of 136, while young forward Jeff Garlett is up $20k to $165k.

For the Brisbane Lions, inconsistent forward Jonathon Brown goes up to $324k with his 126, while Daniel Rich becomes out-of-reach for potential purchasers moving just shy of $300k meaning it's a whopping $172k aggregate increase for those who had him early in the season.

Also for the Lions, Josh Drummond score remains level after a donut, while forward Lachie Henderson sees his value go up $23k to $162k after his 3rd game.

For Port Adelaide, Steven Salopek's slide continues, down again to $312k although considering he had such a great start to the season, he could be worth a punt when his form returns.

Fellow midfielder Travis Boak is out for at least a month after picking up a knee injury midmatch against the Dockers but being Port's 2nd top scorer this season, he could be good value when he returns at $358k.

For Fremantle, it's all about the rookies with defender Greg Broughton soaring up $46k to $182k, while Stephen Hill's value slides for the third week in a row and it's definitely time to trade him as he's now $227k.

Dockers youngsters Michael Walters (70) and Clancee Pearce (68) will attract interest, with DT coaches hoping they can emulate someone like Matthew De Boer, who's up to $139k with $22k rise from the weekend.

For Adelaide, Simon Goodwin could be good-value when he returns from a knee injury after he scored just 47 on the weekend, dropping his value down to $336k.

Another Crows' veteran, Andrew McLeod, is down to $252k after a score of 67, but that really represents great value considering what the two-time Norm Smith medallist is capable of.

For Essendon, Scott Lucas's return of 113 on the weekend will please loyal DT coaches as his value soars $18k to $283k.

Mark McVeigh's slow return from injury sees his value drop again, down an incredible $50k to $346k, so he could be good value soon, while Brent Prismall made a good Bombers debut but at $368k he's priced too high. Young defender Cale Hooker moves above $200k mark and into 'sell-territory' with a solid 63.

For Hawthorn, if you haven't already got midfielder Beau Muston, you may have missed the boat after he posted just 40 this weekend. Still his score soared up $75k to $162k and that's a great profit for any DT coach.

Also for the Hawks, defender Luke Hodge is down $22k at $307k which is outstanding value, along with Lance Franklin who's still hovering around the $300k mark. Also look out for midfielder Liam Shiels who could burst his bubble and play his third game next week after scores of 70 and 40 to start off with.

For Sydney, Adam Goodes and Ryan O'Keefe are in great form both soaring towards the $400k mark which will delight loyal DT coaches.

On the other hand, Nick Malceski's horrendous slide continues after a woeful score of 11 saw him fall to $217k. Malceski has dropped a total $81k this season, meaning bad bad value.

For Geelong, Paul Chapman is going to be good value soon, despite posting 105 on the weekend, as he slides down $29k this round to $416k overall. Also look out for something similar from forward Steve Johnson ($425k) in the next few weeks after he scored just 62 against the Eagles.

Staying with the Cats, exciting youngster Nathan Djerrkura has played 2 games and ready to burst the bubble. Djerrkura is a midfielder priced at $86k.

For West Coast, young midfielder Tom Swift is another ready to break the bubble and he probably looks the best of all the '2-gamers'. Swift is at $86k at the moment and likely to get a game next week with the struggling Eagles.

Matt Priddis copped a big drop of $26k on the weekend following an 88 and it may be worth noting his progress in the next few weeks if you're after a bargain. Also, forward Mitch Brown soars above the $200k mark up to $12k with a strong score of 66 on the weekend, which poses the question, 'is it time to sell?'

For Collingwood, Heath Shaw produced his best game of the season to score 116 and go up $14k to $346k which represents okay value for the fairly-popular defender.

Dane Swan's value continues to go through the roof after a score of 133. Swan is up $35k to $496k. Even if he's not really affordable, it'll be interesting to see if he cracks the $500k mark. Also for the Pies, Alan Didak's value is sliding despite a good score of 127 and youngster Steele Sidebottom's value is soaring which is good news if you've got him.

For Melbourne, everyone might be talking about one Demon called Jack, but it's defender Jack Grimes who's stealing the DT show with another increase of $6k moving him up to 'sell-territory' at $259k.

Rookie Jack Watts posted 24 against the Pies and you might want to wait and see how he goes in his second match before jumping on or off with him, although it's a worrying start for the loyal 15,000 DT coaches who've held him all season at $150k. Also good news if you've got Kyle Cheney as he's on the move, up $30k this weekend.

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DreamTeam Update: Tribunal

Over 43,000 DreamTeam coaches can breathe a big sigh of relief today after Essendon bigman Patty Ryder got off his rough conduct charge.

The news means Ryder is free to play Melbourne at the Docklands in the Bombers' next AFL match on June 19.

By challenging the AFL match review panel's one-match ban on Ryder, Essendon risked the bigman copping a two-match suspension.

But it all worked out for the Bombers, and rightfully so as the offence seemed like a fairly legitimate shepherd.

Ryder, valued at $335k, is Essendon's 5th highest scoring DT player this season.

Elsewhere, Toby Thurstans couldn't get off his charge of contact with an umpire, meaning he'll pay a hefty fine. Thurstans is, of course, free to play this weekend.

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Naitanui Debut Around The Corner

Exciting West Coast ruckman Nick Naitanui is closer to his AFL debut after a decent outing for Swan Districts in the WAFL on the weekend.

Eagles coach John Worsfold said Naitanui, the number two 2008 AFL Draft selection, is ready to play at the top level, but didn't indicate whether or not that would be this weekend or later in the season.

"His form has improved week-to-week. So he's now ready to play at the highest level if that opportunity is there for him," Worsfold said.

Naitanui's debut has been long-awaited by DT coaches with over 26,000 sides owning his services.

The Eagles also revealed $343k midfielder Andrew Embley is likely to miss this weekend with an ankle injury, while Daniel Kerr will probably come straight back into the side after serving a one-match suspension.

Veteran defender David Wirrpanda should also return after a hamstring injury.

The return of those two star Eagles will probably mean Naitanui's debut will be put on hold another week, along with the fact West Coast put up a pretty decent show against Geelong last weekend meaning too many changes aren't likely.

Finally if you own the Eagles highly-rated number 18 2008 AFL Draft pick Luke Shuey, it would be wise to trade him as it has been revealed he will be unavailable for up to 2 months due to a fibula fracture.

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Bulldogs Uncertain On Murphy & Gilbee

The Western Bulldogs rate Rob Murphy a chance to play this weekend against Port Adelaide in Darwin after being a late withdrawal from Friday's Richmond game.

Murphy missed the Richmond match due to a hamstring problem which Bulldogs football operations manager Jason Fantasia says was only a precautionary measure.

"He'll have a test later in the week. The withdrawal was because there was still a bit of uncomfortableness, and rather than risk anything, we just felt it was maybe better to be cautious and wait rather than rush it," Fantasia said.

"We'll consider taking him to Darwin. He's been in all the training, and it was just precautionary why we held off on him on Friday."

It is believed the Bulldogs will take 23 players to the Top End, with DT fave Lindsay Gilbee nursing a bruised ankle as well, leaving the door open for a late change.

Also forward Scott Welsh is available for selection again, after serving a one-match suspension.

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Around The Grounds

• Collingwood defender Nathan Brown will have scans on the knee he jarred in Monday's win over Melbourne. The $155k defender who hasn't missed a game this season is owned by over 18,000 DT coaches.
  

• Scans on Adelaide skipper Simon Goodwin's knee have revealed good news with no structural damage. Goodwin has strained his medial ligament and looks likely to return after the split round.
  

• Carlton's prized off-season recruit Robbie Warnock is reportedly four weeks away from his Blues debut after a season-long battle with a foot injury. Over 3,000 DT coaches enjoy the ex-Docker's services, so his return will be a welcome, albeit long-awaited, one.
  

• Collingwood claim veteran forward Anthony Rocca could be a chance to play in the Pies' next match against the Swans. Rocca may play a game in the VFL on the weekend before the match at ANZ Stadium in a fortnight.
  

• Another AFL veteran, Kane Johnson, has retired today due to problems with his knee injury. The former Richmond skipper is owned by just over 900 DT coaches, who might want to trade out the $415k midfielder.

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DreamTeam Update: Tribunal Pleas

DreamTeam coaches with Patty Ryder in their sides, will have a nervous wait at the tribunal after Essendon revealed they'll contest his one-week ban for rough play on Crow Patrick Dangerfield.

The big Bomber was offered a one-match ban by the AFL match review panel for his charge, but Essendon will challenge that, risking a potential two-match suspension if they fail in their case.

Ryder is a very popular DT defender with just under 44,000 coaches enjoying his services having made a huge aggregate price increase of $121k this season.

The $355k defender is Essendon's fifth highest scoring player this season.

Elsewhere, St Kilda ruckman Steven King wisely accepted his four-match ban for rough conduct on Kangaroo Sam Power, while Port's Nick Lower also accepted a reprimand for striking Freo's Paul Hasleby, meaning he's free to play in Round 12.

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