AFL Lions vs Dockers Draftstars DFS Preview and Projections for Round 12, 2026
Last updated: May 27, 2026, 11:37AM | Published: May 27, 2026, 9:35AM
Draftstars Australia's AFL Lions vs Dockers Round 12 DFS contest begins at 4:15pm AEST on May 30, 2026, and Fantasy Insider has looked at the data for each player in the game to help you make 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 12.
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Cheat Sheet and Projections
We have reviewed players from each team in the Brisbane Lions vs Fremantle match-up to help you make the best picks on Saturday's slate.
| Selection | Player | Salary | Proj. Pts | Pts/$1K |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stud | Dayne Zorko (BL, DEF) | $15,640 | 108.6 | 6.9 |
| Value | Daniel Annable (BL, MID) | $6,000 | 55.1 | 9.2 |
| Fade | Shai Bolton (FRE, MID/FWD) | $13,510 | 85.4 | 6.3 |
| Cheapie | Adam Sweid (FRE, FWD/MID) | $6,000 | 51.2 | 8.5 |
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 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 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) | $15,640 | 108.6 | 6.9 |
| Value | Luke Beecken (BL) | $6,000 | 48.8 | 8.1 |
| Fade | Karl Worner (FRE) | $10,970 | 70.9 | 6.5 |
| Cheapie | Oscar McDonald (FRE) | $6,390 | 49.2 | 7.7 |
MID (Midfielder)
| Selection | Salary | Salary | Proj. Pts | Pts/$1K |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stud | Lachie Neale (BL) | $15,950 | 106.7 | 6.7 |
| Value | Daniel Annable (BL) | $6,000 | 55.1 | 9.2 |
| Fade | Shai Bolton (FRE) | $13,510 | 85.4 | 6.3 |
| Cheapie | Adam Sweid (FRE) | $6,000 | 51.2 | 8.5 |
FWD (Forward)
| Selection | Player | Salary | Proj. Pts | Pts/$1K |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stud | Zac Bailey (BL) | $12,160 | 87.7 | 7.2 |
| Value | Adam Sweid (FRE) | $6,000 | 51.2 | 8.5 |
| Fade | Shai Bolton (FRE) | $13,510 | 85.4 | 6.3 |
| Cheapie | Sam Switkowski (FRE) | $6,450 | 50.6 | 7.8 |
RK (Ruckman)
| Selection | Player | Salary | Proj. Pts | Pts/$1K |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stud | Luke Jackson (FRE) | $15,830 | 104.4 | 6.6 |
| Value | Sean Darcy (FRE) | $8,890 | 69 | 7.8 |
Please note that we will update our AFL Draftstars tips as soon as teams are officially announced.
Conclusion
When building your AFL Lions vs Dockers Round 12 teams, consider starting with a value player like Daniel Annable. To secure one of the highest projected scorers, Dayne Zorko is a strong option. If you're looking for budget-friendly choices to free up salary cap for more studs, take a look at our cheapie options, including Adam Sweid.
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 entering multiple line-ups.
Ready to go? Draftstars' AFL Lions vs Dockers slate closes at 4:15pm 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 Lions vs Dockers Round 12 slate. The unique insights here can give you an edge when you make your AFL DFS line-ups.
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For more on this game, dive into our full Brisbane Lions vs Fremantle prediction, where you will find the latest odds and tips for the main betting markets.
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