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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MIDDecision
Should I trade Tom Gross?
Form, breakeven, and a comparable replacement weighed up.
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.