How good is having footy back? The opening round has come and gone and we've identified the standout performers from the weekend in our Zero Hanger Team of the Week.
Check out our Team of the Week below!
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Sam Walsh
Walsh was so good on Thursday night he even drew praise from Kane Cornes, who has famously not been a fan of the former number one draft pick. Walsh had 31 disposals playing as a genuine midfielder, winning ball both on the inside and outside. He went at 87% with ball in hand and had 22 pressure acts showing his willingness to defend and attack.
Jack Graham (Richmond)
Described as an "aerobic beast" post-game by Damien Hardwick, Graham was immense through the middle of the ground for the Tigers. He amassed 33 disposals in a more attacking role then we are used to seeing him in. He still had 26 pressure acts and 11 inside 50's while gaining a game-high 836 metres.
Bailey Smith (Western Bulldogs)
He played arguably the perfect game, being squeezed onto a wing due to the size of the Dogs midfield group. However, Smith used his incredible running ability to out work and out class his opponents. He had 36 touches and booted two goals in a B.O.G performance, adding a team-high seven inside 50's.
