Scott Lucas remains one of the Bombers most underrated players according to Essendon fans. After another terrific year, they believe Lucas was able to hold together the Bombers forward line early in season while Matthew Lloyd struggled with form. Fans are now looking forward to another consistent season in 2006 from Lucas and particularly interested in what position he will play.

2005
Games – 22
Goals – 51
Kicks – 290
Marks – 134
Handballs – 48

2005 Fan’s ranking: 7.93 / 10

2004
Games – 21
Goals - 25
Kicks - 275
Marks - 108
Handballs - 69

2004 Fan’s ranking: 7.03 / 10

What some of the Essendon fans had to say:

""Tireless worker with exceptional foot skills. Single handedly carried the forward line early in the season. Has to be ranked in the top 4 players in the team. May play CHB in 2006 if Courtney Johns comes on,"" Larry Sher

""Ranks among Scott's best seasons. Now a leader in the club and shouldered the responsibility manfully during a tough season. Equally adept forward and back and rarely disappoints. Kept Essendon in it for a long way this season,"" Stuart Nixon

""Another consistent season from Scott and he should hold his head high in a year of disappointment for the team. Was used at both ends of the ground at various times which would have been frustrating for him but never stopped trying. Looking forward to another good season in 2006 hopefully with some support from other who need to step up,"" Paul Fisher

""Great all-round player that makes it hard to know where it's best to place him. In defence he's been great for us, but with such a long and accurate kick, it's almost a crime not to have him lurking around the 50m mark. Another great year!"" Greg Solon

""Sensational year from Scotty. Probably his best year to date. To kick 51 goals in the role that he played throughout most of the season was superb. His long - kicking is a wonderful asset to have and he also displayed more consistency to his game this year. Excellent,"" Samuel Wharton

""Played every single game in 2005, and as per usual, tried his guts out in every single one of them. Becoming one of the most versatile key position players in the league - anyone who plays as much as a backman, and can go forward and still kick 51 goals must be doing something right!"" Michael Wyres

To watch Dean Wallis’ review of Scott Lucas’ season on Bomber.tv click here.