The 2025 AFL Draft is just around the corner, and the anticipation is building! Get ready for a whirlwind of trades, surprises, and the unveiling of future football stars. This week, the 'Gettable Draft Countdown' provided a sneak peek into the excitement, with expert analysis and exclusive interviews.
On Wednesday morning, Cal Twomey and Riley Beveridge hosted the 'Gettable Draft Countdown,' bringing you all the latest insights before the first round. They followed up on the previous shows on Monday and Tuesday, which featured key recruiters and top prospects.
Wednesday's show was packed with talent, including potential No. 1 pick Willem Duursma and other top-five contenders like Cooper Duff-Tytler, Zeke Uwland, and Harry Dean. Carlton's recruiting boss, Mick Agresta, also joined the show to discuss the Blues' draft strategy, including the possibility of trading their top picks.
The hosts delved into Cal's Late Mail, sharing the latest rumors and whispers. There was even a special segment where Harry Dean and Willem Duursma went head-to-head in 'How Well Do You Know Your Family?'
But here's where it gets interesting... The Carlton recruiting boss, Mick Agresta, hinted at potential moves for the Blues. Will they trade their top picks? This decision could significantly impact their future, making it a key point of discussion.
Here’s a quick rundown of the Wednesday morning schedule (all times in AEDT):
- 9:15am: Cooper Duff-Tytler (Calder Cannons) and Julian Petracca (CDG Sports)
- 9:30am: Cam Nairn (Central District) and Lachie Crnogorac (Phoenix Management)
- 9:45am: Zeke Uwland (Gold Coast Academy) and Dylan Hodge (TGI Sport)
- 10:00am: Jacob Farrow (West Perth) and Luke Morabito (TGI Sport)
- 10:15am: Willem Duursma (Gippsland Power) and Dave Trotter (Hemisphere Management)
- 10:30am: Harry Dean (Murray Bushrangers) and Anthony Panozzo (Hemisphere Management)
- 10:45am: Mick Agresta (Carlton Recruiting Manager)
- 11:00am: Sam Cumming (North Adelaide)
And this is the part most people miss... The full 'Gettable Draft Countdown' shows will be available later in the day on all podcast platforms, so you can catch up on anything you missed.
Don't forget to tune in to AFL.com.au and the AFL Live Official App from 7pm AEDT for 'Draft Night Live'. Hosted by Nat Edwards, with experts Cal Twomey and Riley Beveridge, this live broadcast will provide in-depth analysis and interviews with the newest AFL draftees.
The coverage continues on Thursday night, and the rookie and pre-season drafts will be broadcast on AFL.com.au on Friday afternoon.
What are your thoughts on Carlton's potential draft moves? Do you agree with the experts' predictions? Share your opinions in the comments below!