| 2024/25: A NEW DAWN, WE GO AGAIN. Fresh starts for all, another draft over but what does it tell us? |
| The DC Mick |
| There have surely been better drafts but then this wheeler-dealer’s strengths lie elsewhere. If Sonny and Trent deliver as per, that will be enough to keep The Chis competitive and that spells trouble for all. Dark Horse Pick. Morgan Rogers |
| The Mighty Norm |
| Never far from the fray, Norm has put together a star studded midfield. If Solanke settles at Spud Central and Jackson learns where the goal is...look out! DHP. Ian Maatsen |
| 4th of July Sandy |
| The fireworks are hailing over Little Eden tonight... is it possible that 50 years ago The Boss had a premonition about this very OJB draft? The Sandwagon was well and truly rolling again last time, could this be THE season? DHP Jurrien Timber |
| Vintage Brandy? |
| It’s been a while since B truly contested at the top. He will be hoping that the infamous time machine can turn back the clock on some ageing limbs this time around. And that GK choice...hopeful or sketchy? Only time will be the revelator there. DHP. Kevin Schade |
| Jack out of his box |
| Again, none too sure about the keepers but a stellar midfield and Big Ivan give Jack a true shot at being a sophomore sensation. The true dark horse maybe stabled here this time around. DHP Luis Guilherme |
| A Ben without his Bruno |
| An awful lot depends on how the mess at Chelsea resolves itself. Can Cole repeat last season’s heroics? He will need to to keep Ben competitive here I suggest. Possibly light at striker and is Reece James injured already? Hmmm DHP. Abdul Fatawu |
| A Wayne With His Bruno |
| Bruno, some decent point scoring defenders and a whole lot of potential. You win nowt with kids, so they say. A big improvement on last season’s debacle is essential, not so sure the kids will be alright. DHP. Oscar Bobb |
| Right Said Fred |
| Big Elsie Haaland, Rodri, Rice and McGinn looks like a very decent scoring base to launch a winning bid on. GK woes could be could hold him back but Freddie could well be our collective nightmare on OJB Street DHP. Stephy Mavididi |
| Lucky Liam |
| Heavy is the head that wears the favourite’s hat. A decent yes but favourite? According to DC and Mr Mind Games himself, The Chiseler. A heavy Gooner presence. Bowen, Big Joe and some potential breakouts. Could Chis be right? |
| Dangerous Dave? |
| What is that bird rising from the ashes of a disasterous season, is it a phoenix? More likely a dodo on a pogo stick but hey let’s be hopeful. If Bernardo doesn’t head to Barca, if Fatty can stay fit, if Scouse Slot doesn’t ditch Diaz, Dave may just make bang average after all. DHP. Noni Madueke |
| Ever so Nasty Nic |
| Maybe a little shy in defence and relying pretty heavily on Neto to make a splash at Chelsea. Nic has a whole host of breakout potential in the wings and that first waiver pick up his sleeve. Dangerous as ever. DHP. Joshua Zirkzee |
| Whatever Happened to Jon? |
| Once upon a time the likely lad to pick up the title but recently on the slide and probably only the second best Greenwell in the league these days. Decent Keeper, some explosive talent in midfield but Isak MUST stay healthy I feel. DHP Anthony Elanga |
| OJB Final Standings (Prediction) |
| 1. Bayo's Back in Town |
| 2. Crouching Eidur |
| 3. The Other Dino |
| 4. Hatem's Wildcards |
| 5. We're No Angels |
| 6. Paddy Power |
| 7. The Hounds of Hellström |
| 8. Hooper's Corner Hookers |
| 9. The Sterling Silva Kompany |
| 10. The Devils' Wolves |
| 11. Bruno is A Man! |
| 12. Same Old Shearer |
| Don’t shoot the messenger just go out and prove him wrong. Have fun and good luck to everyone that isn’t a serial winner. |