Rating our list 2021: Taylor Duryea 15

[Hotdog60]

Hi All,

During the off season I thought I would start our list rating again. I won't included the new recruits as there is nothing to go on and I'll leave out desisted and retired players as there is no point.

Like last time I'll count down from the highest number to the lowest but I thought the poll rating this time will go on a different tack and get Woofers thoughts on how they rank from Elite to Below Average.

I hope current performance doesn't reflect on last years assessment.

[Hotdog60]

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Taylor Duryea arrived at VU Whitten Oval during the 2018 NAB AFL Trade Period, after spending nine seasons at Hawthorn. Known for his impressive speed and skill, the crafty defender displayed his ability to play either a lockdown or run-off role, fitting in seamlessly in his 14 senior games for the Bulldogs in 2019, including the Club's Elimination Final against GWS. A two-time premiership player (2014 and 2015) at the Hawks, Duryea played 118 games over nine seasons, since being taken with pick 69 in the 2009 National Draft. Duryea was vital in the lead up to the Bulldogs’ grand final charge in 2021, with the defender elevated into the leadership group for the 2022 season.

LINK (https://www.westernbulldogs.com.au/players/430/taylor-duryea)

[Testekill]

Above average, Taylor is our best small defensive stopper.

[Hotdog60]

Taylor has had a very good 2021 season and has become a stabilising influence in our back line above average for me.

[The Bulldogs Bite]

Big fan of Doc. I hope he has another few years in him.

[bornadog]

Above average, controls the backline, competes hard and has great foot skills.