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SuperCoach: Who you should trade in for Round Seven

Published by
Matthew Hickey

On to round seven and we aim to bring you some potential names to help your SuperCoach side if you're struggling.

Their will be some bonafide stars, along with some names who have the potential to be difference makers in your side.

Hopefully last week you bought in the suggested Gary Ablett, who looks to be back in form and scored 210 last week.

Rory Sloane (ADE|MID|$675,000)

Sloane is the most dominant midfielder in the game at the moment. He averages 132 points per game and had 140 points last week. Adelaide's bye doesn't come until Round 13, while this week they play North Melbourne. The Kangaroos have a history of letting the opposition's  star midfielder loose. See Gary Ablett last weekend.

Josh P. Kennedy (SYD|MID|$551,700)

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 22: Josh Kennedy of the Swans looks on during the 2017 AFL round 05 match between the Sydney Swans and the GWS Giants at the Sydney Cricket Ground on April 22, 2017 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Media/Getty Images)

Kennedy averages 103.8 points so far this year, which is probably not enough for someone of his price. However, with his side likely to somewhat turn it around against the Lions and some winnable games ahead, he could be a great inclusion.

Shaun Higgins (NM|FWD|$444,700)

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 14: Shaun Higgins of the Kangaroos in action during the 2017 AFL round 04 match between the North Melbourne Kangaroos and the Western Bulldogs at Etihad Stadium on April 14, 2017 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Media/Getty Images)

With Toby Greene suspended for two weeks, many coaches will be looking for a forward replacement. Shaun Higgins is in career best form and currently averages 99 points through fives games. The ex-Bulldog is a key cog in North Melbourne's forward line he has the ability to kick goals, and gather 20+ possessions when used on the ball.

Paddy Ryder (PA|FWD|$428,400)

ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 21: Andrew Phillips of the Blues (Top) and Patrick Ryder of the Power compete for the ball during the round five AFL match between the Port Adelaide Power and thew Carlton Blues at Adelaide Oval on April 21, 2017 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Michael Dodge/Getty Images)

The Port Adelaide ruckman has had a solid start to the year and looks to be improving in form. With Nankervis suspended, Gawn injured and Goldstein being relatively inconsistent, coaches may be searching for a new option. The Power play West Coast this weekend, who have struggled in the middle at times. They will also go up against the Suns and Geelong in the coming weeks, which are potentially big games for Ryder. Even though Port Adelaide's bye is in Round Nine, he could still be a good option.

Ben McNiece (ESS|DEF|$102,400)

MELBOURNE, VICTORIA - APRIL 25: Ben McNeice of the Bombers spoils Steele Sidebottom of the Magpies during the round five AFL match between the Essendon Bombers and the Collingwood Magpies at Melbourne Cricket Ground on April 25, 2017 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Dodge/AFL Media/Getty Images)

If you need to clear some cap space, or want to make some money quickly, McNiece could be a good pickup. He is incredibly cheap and has only played two games, thus his price is yet to go up. Whether you just place him on the bench, or not, the Essendon defender should provide you with the cash to bring in a big name in another part of the ground.

Published by
Matthew Hickey