Greater Western Sydney looked set to figure in September for the first time in their history in 2015 until injuries took their toll and their season fizzled away. Make no mistake though, they are coming with a rush. Our experts list the best Giants' lineup as well as ranking the players in terms of importance.
BEST 22
Backs: Matt Buntine | Phil Davis | Nick Haynes
Half Backs: Ryan Griffen | Joel Patfull | Heath Shaw
Centres: Josh Kelly | Callan Ward | Lachie Whitfield
Half Forwards: Rhys Palmer | Jeremy Cameron | Steve Johnson
Forwards: Devon Smith | Jon Patton | Cam McCarthy
Rucks: Shane Mumford | Dylan Shiel | Toby Greene
Interchange: Jacob Hopper | Jack Steele | Stephen Coniglio | Tom Scully
IMPORTANCE RANKINGS
1. Shane Mumford
2. Jeremy Cameron
3. Callan Ward
4. Dylan Shiel
5. Heath Shaw
6. Phil Davis
7. Ryan Griffen
8. Devon Smith
9. Joel Patfull
10. Stephen Coniglio
11. Nick Haynes
12. Toby Greene
13. Cam McCarthy
14. Lachie Whitfield
15. Jonathon Patton
16. Steve Johnson
17. Rhys Palmer
18. Tom Scully
19. Adam Tomlinson
20. Aidan Corr
21. Will Hoskin-Elliott
22. Josh Kelly
23. Jack Steele
24. Matt Buntine
25. Adam Kennedy
26. James Stewart
27. Dawson Simpson
28. Nathan Wilson
29. Zac Williams
30. Caleb Marchbank
31. Rory Lobb
32. Tom Downie
33. Tim Mohr
34. Jake Barrett
35. Sam Reid
NOTE:
- Players are ranked in terms of importance to the team.
- Only includes players who have played at least one senior match.
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