Carlton Blues AFL 2024 Predictions, Projections and Player Movement

Jeremy Darke

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Last updated: 19 Feb 2024

Jeremy Darke 19 Feb 2024

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Carlton Blues predicted to finish 5th in the AFL 2024 season.
Blues have the arguably the best one-two punch in their forward line.
Counter-play must improve if they are to push into top 4.

Charlie Curnow and Harry McKay of the Blues. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Carlton Blues AFL 2024 Predictions, Projections and Player Movement

Where they finish: 5th in the AFL in 2024

AFL 2024 Team Previews, Predictions & Player Movement: Carlton Blues
Where they finish: 5th in the AFL in 2024
What’s to like
What’s NOT to like
Carlton Blues Offseason Player Movement
Carlton Blues Predicted Round 1 Squad

A top 4 finish can certainly be possible for Carlton this season, however, the expectation will be on their shoulders this season, unlike last year where they overachieved. If the Blues stay healthy and can get service to the big guys up front, they can certainly push for a premiership.

What’s to like

If you could have the best two power forwards inside your attacking 50 you would take it everyday of the week, and that is where the blues biggest strength lies. Charlie Curnow and Harry McKay are both Coleman Medalists and if they can coexist and both reach max at their full potential the AFL and its fans are in for a treat.

For the Carlton forwards to do that they need the service and they get that from the engine room that is Patric Cripps, Sam Walsh and Adam Cerra. The Blues midfield balances their attack and ball movement with stingy defence that pins their opposition in their own half, applying the theory of the best defence is a good offence.

What’s NOT to like

Health can be an issue for any club but the news of Jack Silvagni’s ACL injury has started Carlton’s season on the wrong foot and losing a little depth in the offseason may come back to bite them.

Carlton will also need to be better to adapt when things drift off the game plan and quick decisions and ball movement are needed. The Blues failed to convert on their turnovers last season and will need to improve in that department. Getting a little more out of ruckman Tom De Koning will also be vital to their success in 2024.

Carlton Blues Offseason Player Movement

Matt Carroll (Rookie Draft), Orazio Fantasia (delisted free agent), Elijah Hollands (trade, Gold Coast), Ashton Moir (No.29 draft pick), Rob Monahan (international rookie), Billy Wilson (No.34 draft pick)

OUT

Ed Curnow (retired), Paddy Dow (trade, St Kilda), Zac Fisher (trade, North Melbourne), Josh Honey (delisted), Lochie O'Brien (delisted), Sam Philp (delisted), Lachie Plowman (retired)

Carlton Blues Predicted Round 1 Squad

Full Back	Zac Williams	Mitch McGovern	Brodie Kemp
Half Back	Nic Newman	Lewis Young	Adam Saad
Centre	Blake Acres	Patrick Cripps	Oliver Hollands
Half Forward	Sam Docherty	Charlie Curnow	Jack Martin
Full Forward	Matt Owies	Harry McKay	Jesse Motlop
Followers	Marc Pittonet	Adam Cerra	Sam Walsh
Interchange	Tom De Koning	Matthew Cottrell	George Hewett
	Matthew Kennedy	Lachie Fogarty (sub)