Dylan Moore has had some up and down form this year, as in the past two weeks where he put in probably his worst performance of the season in the loss away to Fremantle then one of his better ones in the win over Port Adelaide in Hawthorn's home away from home at Launceston. He is All-Australian quality at his best but can go into form slumps, with a scoring floor too low for full-season usage in fantasy leagues. His ceiling is high enough, however, to make him an interesting point-of-difference option if you think the Hawks are going to lift as they chase a top four spot.
Dylan Moore has had some up and down form this year, as in the past two weeks where he put in probably his worst performance of the season in the loss away to Fremantle then one of his better ones in the win over Port Adelaide in Hawthorn's home away from home at Launceston. He is All-Australian quality at his best but can go into form slumps, with a scoring floor too low for full-season usage in fantasy leagues. His ceiling is high enough, however, to make him an interesting point-of-difference option if you think the Hawks are going to lift as they chase a top four spot.
Dylan Moore is one of the premier half forwards in the competition, rewarded with an All-Australian jumper for his best form. With Hawthorn's midfield stocks taking a battering in recent weeks through injury, Moore has had to spend more time rotating through the centre in the manner of Toby Greene, albeit with a different body shape more suited to agility than bullocking work. His personal form has been patchy in this role with more physical responsibility, but perhaps today against the lesser lights of the rebuilding Richmond, he can rediscover his peak output.
Dylan Moore booted a big bag of four goals last week as the Hawks enjoyed a rare win over lowly North Melbourne. Like the rest of the Hawks list he has had a very slow start to the 2024 campaign, albeit he has more reason than most after a bout of glandular fever interrupted his preparation. Hawthorn's midfield has looked horribly slow and out of form at times, making the rise of Moore to full fitness an important part of coach Sam Mitchell finding the team's better form lines. For fantasy use, he should be watched as a potential top six forward on the run home.
Dylan Moore was pronounced as elite by Champion Data in the preseason, one of those articles that always gets potted by the general public for wrong calls and poor explanations that CD seems to specialise in. Nevertheless, Moore has proven the eggheads right on this one, as he has managed to translate his work off the ball into more action with leather in hand this season, producing some very startable fantasy scores, especially in Supercoach. He is an every-week starter in draft leagues and would have been a nice stepping stone if you took the chance in round 1.
Struggling stanza from Dylan
An outstanding debut campaign at the Box Hill Hawks culminated in a round 3 debut for exciting small forward Dylan Moore. He struggled to impact the scoreboard in the seniors, registering four scores across seven appearances at AFL level. Expect greater opportunities for Moore as Hawthorn looking to the next generation of small forwards, following the departure of Cyril Rioli and the twilight years of Paul Puopolo. There is no evidence to suggest Moore will be dominant statistically, following the traditional trend of forward pockets. Avoid come draft day.
Dylan turns electric
An impressive inside midfielder as a junior, Dylan Moore learnt his craft as a half forward during his first season at the club. Renowned for his running capacity and skill in the clinches, Moore’s confidence grew in his new role as the season progressed. This was particularly clear in the VFL finals series, averaging 18 touches, ten score involvements and over three goals. The young Hawk is completing a picture-perfect preseason, featuring in each session and producing outstanding results in the time trials. The former fourth-round draft pick appears ready to take the next step in his development and following the surprising retirement of Cyril Rioli, Moore has an increased opportunity to make the role his own. His role limits his scoring potential, nonetheless.
Opening stanza from Dylan
A Hawthorn supporter turned player, Dylan Moore arrives at the club as an inside midfielder with terrific endurance. Spending time in both midfield and half forward roles, he averaged 23 touches at the Championships, eventually leading to All-Australian selection. Recruiter Graham Wright signalled on draft night that Moore needs to add weight to his slight frame, indicating that the rookie may take some time to find his feet at elite level. Expect Moore to be stuck in the reserves this season.
