The Demons fought back in the last quarter, but Isaac Heeney stood up and was the difference. And he took the mark of the year.
Centre Half Forward: Lance Franklin (Sydney)
Buddy loves a big game and that’s what this was for both teams’ September chances. He kicked 2.5, had seven inside 50s and took nine marks, four of which were contested.
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 12: Lance Franklin of the Swans celebrates a goal during the 2018 AFL round 21 match between the Melbourne Demons and the Sydney Swans at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on August 12, 2018 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Media/Getty Images)
Half Forward: Gary Ablett (Geelong)
With 32 disposals, seven clearances and three goals, Gary the GOAT proved he’s not done yet.
Forward Pocket: Anthony McDonald-Tipungwuti (Essendon)
Five goals from Walla was a key in the Dons’ win on Friday.
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 05: Anthony McDonald-Tipungwuti of the Bombers celebrates a goal during the 2017 AFL round 20 match between the Essendon Bombers and the Carlton Blues at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on August 05, 2017 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Media/Getty Images)
Full Forward: Jack Riewoldt (Richmond)
10 goals. That is all.
GOLD COAST, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 11: Jack Riewoldt celebrates a goal during the round 21 AFL match between the Gold Coast Suns and the Richmond Tigers at Metricon Stadium on August 11, 2018 in Gold Coast, Australia. (Photo by Jono Searle/AFL Media/Getty Images)
Forward Pocket:Jordan De Goey (Collingwood)
De Goey continues to show why he is so important for the Pies leading into September with another four goals.
