AFL Kangaroos vs Lions Draftstars DFS Preview and Projections for Round 5, 2026
Last updated: Apr 8, 2026, 2:33PM | Published: Apr 8, 2026, 9:33AM
Draftstars Australia's AFL Kangaroos vs Lions Round 5 DFS contest kicks off at 12:35pm AEST on April 11, 2026, and Fantasy Insider has crunched the numbers for every player in the game to help you create winning line-ups.
A reliable Draftstars cheat sheet is a must for AFL fantasy players. This DFS preview is designed to help you put together your fantasy teams for Draftstars' AFL contests and enhance your Supercoach team for Round 5.
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Cheat Sheet and Projections
We have reviewed players from each team in the North Melbourne vs Brisbane Lions match-up to help you find the best choices on Saturday's slate.
| Selection | Player | Salary | Proj. Pts | Pts/$1K |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stud | Harry Sheezel (NMFC, MID) | $16,630 | 116.4 | 7 |
| Value | Bailey Scott (NMFC, DEF/MID) | $6,520 | 76.1 | 11.7 |
| Fade | Keidean Coleman (BL, DEF) | $12,090 | 75.8 | 6.3 |
| Cheapie | Josh Goater (NMFC, DEF) | $6,000 | 56.5 | 9.4 |
According to Fantasy Insider's DFS model, our "stud" is the highest projected scorer across the slate, while "value" picks offer the most "bang for your buck," meaning they're 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 those needing to stay under the salary cap, "cheapie" options refer to 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 | Dayne Zorko (BL) | $16,270 | 110.3 | 6.8 |
| Value | Bailey Scott (NMFC) | $6,520 | 76.1 | 11.7 |
| Fade | Keidean Coleman (BL) | $12,090 | 75.8 | 6.3 |
| Cheapie | Josh Goater (NMFC) | $6,000 | 56.5 | 9.4 |
MID (Midfielder)
| Selection | Salary | Salary | Proj. Pts | Pts/$1K |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stud | Harry Sheezel (NMFC) | $16,630 | 116.4 | 7 |
| Value | Bailey Scott (NMFC) | $6,520 | 76.1 | 11.7 |
| Fade | Finn O'Sullivan (NMFC) | $10,620 | 67.6 | 6.4 |
| Cheapie | Daniel Annable (BL) | $6,000 | 55.1 | 9.2 |
FWD (Forward)
| Selection | Player | Salary | Proj. Pts | Pts/$1K |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stud | Zac Bailey (BL) | $12,800 | 88.1 | 6.9 |
| Value | Charlie Spargo (NMFC) | $6,460 | 56 | 8.7 |
| Fade | Logan Morris (BL) | $10,080 | 67.7 | 6.7 |
| Cheapie | Lachy Dovaston (NMFC) | $6,000 | 47.8 | 8 |
RK (Ruckman)
| Selection | Player | Salary | Proj. Pts | Pts/$1K |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stud | Tristan Xerri (NMFC) | $15,800 | 110.2 | 7 |
| Value | Darcy Fort (BL) | $9,090 | 70.3 | 7.7 |
Please note that we will update our AFL Draftstars tips as soon as teams are officially announced.
Conclusion
When building your AFL Kangaroos vs Lions Round 5 teams, consider starting with a value player like Bailey Scott. To secure one of the highest projected scorers, Harry Sheezel 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 Josh Goater.
On the other hand, according to our model, Keidean Coleman is one of the worst value options in this game, suggesting you might want to limit exposure to him if putting together multiple line-ups.
Ready to go? Draftstars' AFL Kangaroos vs Lions slate closes at 12:35pm AEST on Saturday. 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 Kangaroos vs Lions Round 5 slate. The unique insights here can help you maximize points while adhering to the salary cap when you make your AFL DFS line-ups.
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For more on this game, dive into our full North Melbourne vs Brisbane Lions prediction, where you will find the latest odds and tips for the main betting markets.
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