Finishing mid-table in 2021, the Fremantle Dockers donโt look too far off from getting back to their very best after some lacklustre performances in the previous years.
Inconsistent performances against weaker teams, as well as impressive victories over arguably stronger teams, led to mixed feelings amongst the Freo faithful over how the team performed.
Coming into the 2022 season, Justin Longmuir's side look stronger than ever on paper. It's now about putting everything into action and performing when it matters most.
With many players on the brink of returning from injury, things are looking up for the Dockers. And with a lot of players starting to find themselves, flourishing in their current roles, as well as the return of captain Nat Fyfe, Fremantle fans have a lot to be excited about going into the upcoming season.
Off-Season Moves
Ins: Jye Amiss, Neil Erasmus, Matthew Johnson, Eric Benning, Will Brodie [Gold Cost], Jordan Clark [Geelong]
Outs: Brett Bewley [delisted], Adam Cerra [Carlton], Reece Conca [delisted], Taylin Dunman [delisted], Stefan Giro [delisted], Stephen Hill [retired], Leno Thomas [delisted], Luke Valentine [retired], Tobe Watson [delisted]
Strengths
Midfield
Freoโs midfield has looked very solid for some time now and only seems to be getting better. With the likes of Andrew Brayshaw and Sean Darcy playing the best football of their career, it's safe to say the Dockerโs midfield remains their biggest strength heading into the season.
With Darcy averaging 29 hit-outs, the Docker's ball winners in Brayshaw, Caleb Serong and the returning Fyfe can expect excellent service from stoppages. Brayshaw is also putting out career-high numbers in terms of disposals.
The loss ofย Adam Cerra may slightly alter the dynamics, but the additions of recruits Jordan Clark, Will Brodie and even draft pick Neil Erasmus create a perfect balance of star power and depth to keep the Freo midfield one of the most dangerous in the competition.
