It has been a mostly impressive season so far for the Crows though. Darcy Fogarty started the season in imposing form, kicking 13 goals in the opening four matches, but has kicked just three in his five matches since. It was a brutal loss to the Western Bulldogs in Ballarat in round 10 and should’ve been bigger if not for the Dogs’ inaccuracy. They’ve had a couple of lapses and let a win go begging against the Pies due to inaccuracy and they could’ve been closer against Richmond in round two if not for their return of 10.16. Izak Rankine has been fantastic since arriving at the club in last year’s trade period and has combined with Josh Rachele to help create one of the most imposing forward lines in the competition. Taylor Walker is ageing like a fine wine, while Rory Sloane is playing a good role since returning from his ACL injury. There were some raised eyebrows when Jordan Dawson was appointed captain after just one year at the club, but he has flourished with the responsibility. While they went 0-2 to start the season, the Crows’ thumping Showdown win in round three was the start of some brilliant football, including wins over St Kilda and Brisbane as well as a one-point loss to Collingwood that should’ve been a win based on expected score. The Crows’ game plan is electrifying and taking the competition by storm, making them one of the best sides in the competition to watch, particularly at Adelaide Oval.
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