Following senior debut in the 2017 campaign, Sam Skinner has failed to add to his tally as a key forward and pinch-hitting ruckman. He enjoyed a consistent season in the NEAFL, averaging a goal per game. Skinner will look to force his way into the senior side, placing pressure on Oscar McInerney. Struggling to cement a role in the senior side, he has no place on your fantasy radar.
Skinner boxed in
Following senior debut in the 2017 campaign, Sam Skinner has failed to add to his tally as a key forward and pinch-hitting ruckman. He enjoyed a consistent season in the NEAFL, averaging a goal per game. Skinner will look to force his way into the senior side, placing pressure on Oscar McInerney. Struggling to cement a role in the senior side, he has no place on your fantasy radar.
Final graft for Skinner
Three knee reconstructions later, Sam Skinner suited up for ten NEAFL games last season at rates of 15 disposals, five marks and 59 fantasy points. He did not register on the scoreboard or get a hit out, despite a reputation as a swingman and second ruck option. The Lions will be hoping that Skinner has luck more like Daniel Menzel and not Alex Johnson at recovering from multiple ruptures to secure a best 22 spot, as they have suffered for key position depth for many years. He is not fantasy relevant whatever role he plays.
Graft goes on for Skinner
Following two reconstructions on his left knee, Sam Skinner ruptured the ACL in his right knee last August and will miss all of 2018. Skinner is signed on until the end of 2019 in what looks like a very long quest to build on his one senior game.
