Terry Wallace has identified one player from each side that he feels could be a surprise packet in the 2019 AFL finals series.
On SEN Afternoons, the AFL Hall of Famer looked at the lesser names from the eight finals clubs who could potentially help shape his team’s September fortunes.
West Coast
Willie Rioli
“He’s got some special traits this young man.”
Essendon
Andrew McGrath
“Because it’s run and carry. He was picked at 1 for a reason and I think he could show it tonight.”
Geelong
Gryan Miers
“He’s been so close to really ripping games apart. We know that he’s done it at U18 level.”
Collingwood
Jack Crisp
“I don’t think he gets as much recognition as what he should, he is a gun player.”
GWS Giants
Harry Himmelberg
“If Giants are going to win, I think that he could have a really big game.”
Western Bulldogs
Patrick Lipinski
“If Dunkley hadn’t been doing what he’s been doing, if they hadn’t had a couple of other players that really bobbed up in the latter part of the year like (Bailey) Dale, I think Lipinski (would be spoken about more).
“Can kick two goals and have 25 possessions.”
Brisbane
Jarryd Lyons
“Was down in the midfield the last time they played but has had a magnificent year.”
Richmond
Jayden Short
“With his ball use coming off the half-back line, setting up the Tigers.”