#2

Sam Draper

Ruck
2020 - 2024
Essendon Bombers
Sam Draper, affectionately known as "Drapes," is a towering figure in the Australian Football League scene. Standing at an impressive 205 cm (6 ft 9 in) and weighing in at 105 kg (231 lb), he dominates the field as a Ruck player for the Essendon Football Club. Born on 28 September 1998 in South Australia, Sam Draper's journey to the top ranks of Australian Rules football is nothing short of inspiring. He was handpicked as the 1st draft pick in the 2017 AFL rookie draft, showcasing his exceptional talent and potential from the get-go. Hailing from South Adelaide in the SANFL, Sam Draper has honed his skills and expertise to become a formidable force in the AFL. His dedication to the sport and relentless work ethic have earned him a spot in Essendon, where he continues to make a significant impact on the field. Wearing the number 2 jersey, Sam Draper brings a unique blend of strength, agility, and strategic prowess to every game he plays. His ability to dominate the ruck contests and provide crucial support to his team sets him apart as a key player to watch. As Sam Draper continues to evolve and grow in his career, fans can expect nothing but exceptional performances and a true display of talent from this rising star in Australian Football.

Season Stats:

2024 2023 2022 2021 2020
Total
Avg
# AFL
AFL Leader
Bombers
Max
%
#
Max
%
Sum
% Sum
Played In
7
-
252
8
88%
18
8
88%
-
-
Goals
2
0.3
203
25
8%
11
20
10%
96
2%
Behinds
4
0.6
93
17
24%
3
12
33%
66
6%
Assists
3
0.4
131
13
23%
8
9
33%
74
4%
Disposals
55
7.9
381
266
21%
22
250
22%
3014
2%
Kicks
41
5.9
343
168
24%
20
168
24%
1750
2%
Handballs
14
2
412
143
10%
22
111
13%
1264
1%
Marks
13
1.9
390
69
19%
22
54
24%
736
2%
Tackles
7
1
387
65
11%
23
45
16%
482
1%
Hitouts
92
13.1
21
316
29%
2
188
49%
310
30%
Clearances
19
2.7
87
68
28%
6
42
45%
308
6%
Frees For
6
0.9
147
27
22%
10
15
40%
150
4%
Frees Against
8
1.1
81
19
42%
5
10
80%
122
7%
Total
Avg
# AFL
Max
%
#
Max
%
Sum
% Sum
AFL Leader
Bombers

All Season Stats (2020-2024)

Games Played
Total 64
Goals
Total 27
Avg 0.4
Behinds
Total 31
Avg 0.5
Assists
Total 16
Avg 0.3
Disposals
Total 620
Avg 9.7
Kicks
Total 413
Avg 6.5
Handballs
Total 207
Avg 3.2
Kicks% - Handballs%
Total 67% - 33%
Marks
Total 131
Avg 2
Tackles
Total 106
Avg 1.7
Hitouts
Total 1361
Avg 21.3
Clearances
Total 219
Avg 3.4
Frees For
Total 74
Avg 1.2
Frees Against
Total 114
Avg 1.8

Sam Draper - Career Statistics - Total (since 2011)

Sam Draper - Career Statistics - Average (since 2011)

Sam Draper - Opponent - Total (since 2011)

Here is the comprehensive section on Total Statistics Against Opponents. This detailed segment provides an in-depth look at Sam Draper' 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.

Sam Draper - Opponent - Average (since 2011)

Here is the comprehensive section on Average Statistics Against Opponents. This detailed segment provides an in-depth look at Sam Draper' 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.

Sam Draper - 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.

Sam Draper - 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 Sam Draper in the context of their team and the league as a whole.