Tom Gross didn't take the field in R3 and remains sidelined with injury, meaning zero cash generation so far from this $196.2k MID. With a 29-point BE he has upside if he returns, but at 0.1% ownership nobody's waiting around. Avoid until he's confirmed in WCE's lineup.
Tom Gross
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Should I trade Tom Gross?
Form, breakeven, and a comparable replacement weighed up.
WCE fan discussion around Tom Gross has some commenters calling him "not AFL standard" while others note he is young (second year) and shows genuine talent in his limited AFL games. Club keeping him as VFL performer.
Tom Gross (WCE) omitted from Round 10 side despite consistent WAFL form. Coach stated Gross would not be brought in out of position as he is a midfielder, not a small forward. Needs to dominate WAFL midfield and improve defensive work rate before selection.
Tom Gross pushed to emergency despite positive VFL form. Coach McQualter said Gross won't play unless a mid misses. Community frustrated given Hamish Davis and Ryan Maric not impressing in the role.
Tom Gross omitted from WCE selection despite strong WAFL form — multiple high-scoring comments express confusion and frustration ("Where is Gross?!", "Free my man Tom Gross" scored 47). No official reason given, one humorous comment suggests it relates to a head-high bump on Duggan.
Tom Gross had a standout WAFL R3 performance (29 touches, 7 tackles, 7 inside 50s, 1 goal). Multiple comments describe him as 'not far off an AFL call-up', well above the level. Strong cross-comment consensus on his readiness.