Swadling hasn't cracked the Collingwood 22 through three rounds and remains a listed rookie with zero scoring data at $113.5k. With a BE of just 17 the floor is low, but with no game time certainty and minimal upside flagged in the intel, he's firmly in avoid territory. Don't waste a bench spot on a player who hasn't shown signs of selection.
Samuel Swadling
MIDAdam Sweid
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Should I trade Samuel Swadling?
Form, breakeven, and a comparable replacement weighed up.
Second post in cluster celebrating Sam Swadling's VFL development in 2026. Community calling for him to be rewarded with an AFL debut. Cross-post signal from two separate Collingwood community posts confirming breakout trajectory.
Sam Swadling had a standout VFL game (Sydney VFL win 126-74): 39 possessions, 85% disposal efficiency, 1 goal, 9 marks, 4 tackles. Community says debut could be imminent and suggests moving Jaicos back to wing. Comments note he averaged ~40 in WAFL reserves as a junior.
Sam Swadling getting heavy possession in the COLL VFL side (magoos) while the team was struggling. Community flagging him as a potential AFL option worth watching.