#29

Rory Laird

Midfielder
2013 - 2024
Adelaide Crows
Rory Laird, affectionately known as "Desk," is a talented Australian rules football player currently showcasing his skills for the Adelaide Football Club in the Australian Football League (AFL). Laird was selected by Adelaide with the 5th pick in the 2011 Rookie Draft, marking the beginning of his professional career in the sport. Hailing from Kenilworth (SAAFL) and West Adelaide (SANFL), Laird's journey to the AFL has been marked by dedication and hard work. Standing at a height of 178 cm (5 ft 10 in) and weighing 78 kg (172 lb), Laird excels in the role of a midfielder, using his agility and strategic thinking to make impactful plays on the field. Laird made his debut in Round 4 of the 2013 season, playing against the Western Bulldogs at AAMI Stadium. Since then, he has been a consistent performer for Adelaide, earning recognition for his exceptional skills and contribution to the team's success. With his jersey numbered 29, Laird continues to be a valuable asset to Adelaide, showcasing his passion for the game and determination to excel at every opportunity. In 2017, Laird was even selected to represent Australia, a testament to his talent and commitment to the sport. As Laird continues to make his mark in the AFL, fans can look forward to witnessing his continued growth and success on the field, solidifying his position as a key player for Adelaide Football Club.

Season Stats:

2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013
Total
Avg
# AFL
AFL Leader
Crows
Max
%
#
Max
%
Sum
% Sum
Played In
8
-
1
8
100%
1
8
100%
-
-
Goals
2
0.3
203
25
8%
11
16
13%
90
2%
Behinds
4
0.5
93
17
24%
5
7
57%
52
8%
Assists
3
0.4
131
13
23%
7
9
33%
66
5%
Disposals
213
26.6
14
266
80%
1
213
100%
2902
7%
Kicks
85
10.6
100
168
51%
8
144
59%
1754
5%
Handballs
128
16
5
143
90%
2
138
93%
1148
11%
Marks
27
3.4
210
69
39%
12
51
53%
715
4%
Tackles
51
6.4
6
65
78%
1
51
100%
484
11%
Hitouts
0
-
-
316
-
-
316
0%
363
0%
Clearances
43
5.4
21
68
63%
2
48
90%
309
14%
Frees For
11
1.4
32
27
41%
2
19
58%
158
7%
Frees Against
6
0.8
143
19
32%
9
15
40%
140
4%
Total
Avg
# AFL
Max
%
#
Max
%
Sum
% Sum
AFL Leader
Crows

All Season Stats (2013-2024)

Games Played
Total 232
Goals
Total 30
Avg 0.1
Behinds
Total 46
Avg 0.2
Assists
Total 70
Avg 0.3
Disposals
Total 6276
Avg 27.1
Kicks
Total 2985
Avg 12.9
Handballs
Total 3291
Avg 14.2
Kicks% - Handballs%
Total 48% - 52%
Marks
Total 1066
Avg 4.6
Tackles
Total 919
Avg 4
Hitouts
Total 0
Avg -
Clearances
Total 678
Avg 2.9
Frees For
Total 282
Avg 1.2
Frees Against
Total 193
Avg 0.8

Rory Laird - Career Statistics - Total (since 2011)

Rory Laird - Career Statistics - Average (since 2011)

Rory Laird - Opponent - Total (since 2011)

Here is the comprehensive section on Total Statistics Against Opponents. This detailed segment provides an in-depth look at Rory Laird' performances, encapsulating their wins, losses, and games played. Additionally, it meticulously documents key metrics such as Disposals, Kicks, Handballs, Marks, Goals, Behinds, Tackles, Hitouts, Clearances, Frees For, and Frees Against.

Rory Laird - Opponent - Average (since 2011)

Here is the comprehensive section on Average Statistics Against Opponents. This detailed segment provides an in-depth look at Rory Laird' performances, encapsulating their wins, losses, and games played. Additionally, it meticulously documents key metrics such as Disposals, Kicks, Handballs, Marks, Goals, Behinds, Tackles, Hitouts, Clearances, Frees For, and Frees Against.

Rory Laird - Games Log

Here you'll find a detailed player performance game log across various seasons, opponents, and rounds. This section is designed with precision, allowing for sorting and deep dives into key statistics like Disposals, Kicks, Handballs, Marks, Goals, Behinds, Tackles, Hitouts, Clearances, Frees For, and Frees Against for each game.

Rory Laird - Statistical Charts By Round

This section is specifically designed to offer an in-depth look at player performances across various key metrics such as Disposals, Kicks, Handballs, Marks, Goals, Behinds, Tackles, Hitouts, Clearances, Frees For, and Frees Against. Here, you will find meticulously compiled charts that not only highlight individual player statistics for each round of the AFL season but also compare these figures against the round leaders and team leaders in each respective category. This comprehensive analysis allows you to gauge the performance of Rory Laird in the context of their team and the league as a whole.