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Sam Jacobs

Ruckman
2020
Greater Western Sydney Giants
2011 - 2019
Adelaide Crows
Sam Jacobs, affectionately known as "Sauce," is a former professional Australian rules football player who left a lasting impact on the field during his 14 seasons in the AFL. Born on April 10, 1988, in Ardrossan, South Australia, Jacobs began his football journey with the Ardrossan Kangaroos/Woodville-West Torrens in the SANFL before being selected by Carlton as pick 1 in the 2007 Rookie Draft. Standing tall at 202 cm (6 ft 8 in) and weighing in at 102 kg (225 lb), Jacobs made his AFL debut in Round 1 of the 2009 season, showcasing his skills as a dominant ruckman. Throughout his career, he demonstrated exceptional talent and versatility, playing for notable teams such as the Adelaide Crows and the Greater Western Sydney Giants. Known for his strategic gameplay and leadership qualities, Jacobs made significant contributions to each team he played for, earning respect and admiration from fans and peers alike. His dedication to the sport and commitment to excellence were evident in every match he played, leaving a memorable legacy in the AFL. After a challenging 2020 season impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic, Jacobs decided to retire from professional football, marking the end of a remarkable career filled with achievements and unforgettable moments on the field. Sam Jacobs will always be remembered as a formidable force in Australian football, leaving a lasting imprint on the sport and inspiring future generations of players.

Season Stats:

2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011
Total
Avg
# AFL
AFL Leader
Giants
Max
%
#
Max
%
Sum
% Sum
Played In
7
-
441
21
33%
23
17
41%
-
-
Goals
2
0.3
292
49
4%
15
24
8%
145
1%
Behinds
0
-
-
36
-
-
13
0%
105
0%
Assists
1
0.1
358
23
4%
21
10
10%
101
1%
Disposals
57
8.1
477
511
11%
27
390
15%
5074
1%
Kicks
34
4.9
472
297
11%
26
224
15%
3005
1%
Handballs
23
3.3
477
269
9%
27
168
14%
2069
1%
Marks
15
2.1
455
125
12%
25
121
12%
1244
1%
Tackles
19
2.7
333
117
16%
21
71
27%
887
2%
Hitouts
173
24.7
21
596
29%
2
206
84%
442
39%
Clearances
20
2.9
147
110
18%
8
69
29%
522
4%
Frees For
4
0.6
411
43
9%
22
22
18%
281
1%
Frees Against
3
0.4
461
29
10%
27
28
11%
302
1%
Total
Avg
# AFL
Max
%
#
Max
%
Sum
% Sum
AFL Leader
Giants

All Season Stats (2011-2019, 2020)

Games Played
Total 191
Goals
Total 47
Avg 0.2
Behinds
Total 52
Avg 0.3
Assists
Total 62
Avg 0.3
Disposals
Total 2572
Avg 13.5
Kicks
Total 1434
Avg 7.5
Handballs
Total 1138
Avg 6
Kicks% - Handballs%
Total 56% - 44%
Marks
Total 685
Avg 3.6
Tackles
Total 424
Avg 2.2
Hitouts
Total 6454
Avg 33.8
Clearances
Total 447
Avg 2.3
Frees For
Total 158
Avg 0.8
Frees Against
Total 171
Avg 0.9

Sam Jacobs - Career Statistics - Total (since 2011)

Sam Jacobs - Career Statistics - Average (since 2011)

Sam Jacobs - Opponent - Total (since 2011)

Here is the comprehensive section on Total Statistics Against Opponents. This detailed segment provides an in-depth look at Sam Jacobs' 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 Jacobs - Opponent - Average (since 2011)

Here is the comprehensive section on Average Statistics Against Opponents. This detailed segment provides an in-depth look at Sam Jacobs' 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 Jacobs - 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 Jacobs - 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 Jacobs in the context of their team and the league as a whole.