AFL Magpies vs Dockers Draftstars DFS Preview and Projections for Round 5, 2026
Last updated: Apr 8, 2026, 6:33PM | Published: Apr 8, 2026, 9:33AM
Draftstars Australia's AFL Magpies vs Dockers Round 5 DFS contest commences at 7:40pm AEST on April 10, 2026, and Fantasy Insider has looked at the data for each player in the game to help you create winning line-ups.
An accurate Draftstars cheat sheet is a must for AFL fantasy players. This DFS preview is designed to help you assemble your fantasy teams for Draftstars' AFL contests and enhance your Supercoach team for Round 5.
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Cheat Sheet and Projections
We've reviewed players from each team in the Collingwood vs Fremantle match-up to help you make the best picks on Friday's slate.
| Selection | Player | Salary | Proj. Pts | Pts/$1K |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stud | Nick Daicos (COLL, MID) | $17,130 | 118.8 | 6.9 |
| Value | Angus Anderson (COLL, MID) | $6,000 | 50.9 | 8.5 |
| Fade | Shai Bolton (FRE, FWD/MID) | $13,650 | 83.3 | 6.1 |
| Cheapie | Adam Sweid (FRE, FWD/MID) | $6,000 | 49.9 | 8.3 |
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 those needing to stay under the salary cap, "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 | Josh Daicos (COLL) | $15,390 | 103.7 | 6.7 |
| Value | Brandon Walker (FRE) | $6,000 | 46.1 | 7.7 |
| Fade | Brayden Maynard (COLL) | $11,240 | 75 | 6.7 |
| Cheapie | Harry Perryman (COLL) | $8,140 | 62 | 7.6 |
MID (Midfielder)
| Selection | Salary | Salary | Proj. Pts | Pts/$1K |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stud | Nick Daicos (COLL) | $17,130 | 118.8 | 6.9 |
| Value | Angus Anderson (COLL) | $6,000 | 50.9 | 8.5 |
| Fade | Shai Bolton (FRE) | $13,650 | 83.3 | 6.1 |
| Cheapie | Adam Sweid (FRE) | $6,000 | 49.9 | 8.3 |
FWD (Forward)
| Selection | Player | Salary | Proj. Pts | Pts/$1K |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stud | Shai Bolton (FRE) | $13,650 | 83.3 | 6.1 |
| Value | Adam Sweid (FRE) | $6,000 | 49.9 | 8.3 |
| Fade | Murphy Reid (FRE) | $11,640 | 73.7 | 6.3 |
| Cheapie | Bobby Hill (COLL) | $7,030 | 57.6 | 8.2 |
RK (Ruckman)
| Selection | Player | Salary | Proj. Pts | Pts/$1K |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stud | Luke Jackson (FRE) | $13,990 | 92.1 | 6.6 |
| Value | Sean Darcy (FRE) | $8,650 | 70.4 | 8.1 |
Please note that we will update our AFL Draftstars tips as soon as teams are officially announced.
Conclusion
When building your AFL Magpies vs Dockers Round 5 teams, consider starting with a value player like Angus Anderson. To secure one of the highest projected scorers, Nick Daicos 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 Adam Sweid.
On the other hand, according to our model, Shai Bolton is one of the lowest value options in this game, suggesting you might want to limit exposure to him if entering multiple line-ups.
Ready to go? Draftstars' AFL Magpies vs Dockers slate closes at 7:40pm AEST on Friday. 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 Magpies vs Dockers Round 5 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 Collingwood vs Fremantle prediction, where you will find the latest odds and tips for the main betting markets.
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