AFL Dockers vs Hawks Draftstars DFS Preview and Projections for Semi-Finals, 2026
Last updated: Sep 2, 2026, 10:11PM | Published: Sep 2, 2026, 10:12AM
Draftstars Australia's AFL Dockers vs Hawks Semi-Finals, 2026 DFS contest kicks off at 8:10pm AEST on September 3, 2026, and Fantasy Insider has crunched the numbers for each player in the game to help you create winning line-ups.
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Cheat Sheet and Projections
We've reviewed players from each team in the Fremantle vs Hawthorn match-up to help you find the best choices on Thursday's slate.
| Selection | Player | Salary | Proj. Pts | Pts/$1K |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stud | Luke Jackson (FRE, RK) | $15,880 | 101.2 | 6.4 |
| Value | Max Beattie (HAW, FWD) | $6,000 | 55.2 | 9.2 |
| Fade | Shai Bolton (FRE, MID) | $12,950 | 80.6 | 6.2 |
| Cheapie | Nathan O'Driscoll (FRE, MID) | $7,480 | 62.2 | 8.3 |
According to Fantasy Insider's DFS model, our "stud" is the highest projected scorer across the slate, while "value" picks provide the most "bang for your buck," meaning they are expected to perform well relative to their salary.
Conversely, a "fade" is a player considered to offer lower value for money, based on their expected score relative to their salary. For budget-conscious strategies, "cheapie" options highlight the best value players at lower price points not already mentioned.
In fantasy sports, understanding value—assessing a player's potential output against their salary—is crucial, as players scoring high relative to their cost are key in crafting the optimal line-up.
The "Pts/$1K" metric shows the predicted points for every $1,000 of a player's salary. A higher number indicates better value, making it easier to spot players who could outperform their cost.
Positional Breakdown
DEF (Defender)
| Selection | Player | Salary | Proj. Pts | Pts/$1K |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stud | Jarman Impey (HAW) | $13,400 | 94.7 | 7.1 |
| Value | Josh Battle (HAW) | $9,930 | 79.9 | 8 |
| Fade | Jordan Clark (FRE) | $11,720 | 79.8 | 6.8 |
| Cheapie | Oscar McDonald (FRE) | $6,700 | 51.7 | 7.7 |
MID (Midfielder)
| Selection | Salary | Salary | Proj. Pts | Pts/$1K |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stud | Andrew Brayshaw (FRE) | $14,490 | 96.3 | 6.6 |
| Value | Nathan O'Driscoll (FRE) | $7,480 | 62.2 | 8.3 |
| Fade | Shai Bolton (FRE) | $12,950 | 80.6 | 6.2 |
| Cheapie | Harry Morrison (HAW) | $9,310 | 73 | 7.8 |
FWD (Forward)
| Selection | Player | Salary | Proj. Pts | Pts/$1K |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stud | Connor Macdonald (HAW) | $12,040 | 84.8 | 7 |
| Value | Max Beattie (HAW) | $6,000 | 55.2 | 9.2 |
| Fade | Murphy Reid (FRE) | $11,660 | 78.1 | 6.7 |
| Cheapie | Jack Gunston (HAW) | $9,590 | 76.8 | 8 |
RK (Ruckman)
| Selection | Player | Salary | Proj. Pts | Pts/$1K |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stud | Luke Jackson (FRE) | $15,880 | 101.2 | 6.4 |
| Value | Mabior Chol (HAW) | $8,040 | 60.4 | 7.5 |
Please note that we will update our AFL Draftstars tips as soon as teams are officially announced.
Conclusion
When building your AFL Dockers vs Hawks Semi-Finals, 2026 teams, consider starting with a value player like Max Beattie. To secure one of the highest projected scorers, Luke Jackson is a strong option. If you're seeking budget-friendly choices to free up salary cap for more studs, check out our cheapie options, including Nathan O'Driscoll.
On the other hand, according to our model, Shai Bolton is one of the worst value options on the slate, suggesting you might want to limit exposure to him if putting together multiple line-ups.
Ready to go? Draftstars' AFL Dockers vs Hawks slate closes at 8:10pm AEST on Thursday. ENTER NOW!
As with all AFL DFS contests, whether you start with our studs or build around our value picks, leveraging Fantasy Insider's data-driven AFL fantasy news and strategies, combined with your own research, can enhance your chances of winning in the AFL Dockers vs Hawks Semi-Finals contest. The unique insights here can give you an edge when you make your AFL DFS line-ups.
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