Another week, another forced trade with Max Holmes out with an ankle. Is it as simple as making $67k and going to Wayne Milera? The Traders say yes! There are plenty of other options discussed on the latest podcast at different price points with Izak Rankine among the most traded in as the Crows have a nice run from here. A bunch of questions are answered as we head into round 20.
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Episode guide
0:30 – The Traders’ round 18 scores.
4:40 – Crypto.com Trades of the Week
6:35 – Votes for the Cash Cow of the Year.
8:00 – News of the week.
12:50 – Tag watch.
20:00 – Max Holmes trade options.
30:20 – Bailey Smith is a must-have MID with his draw.
35:15 – Izak Rankine is the FWD of choice this week.
42:30 – Most popular trades and The Traders’ early moves.
44:25 – Questions from social media – follow @AFLFantasy on X, @aflfantasy on Instagram and like the Official AFL Fantasy facebook page.
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