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Oliver Caffrey

How chat with ex-AFL star helped shape Draper's career

Sam Draper is preparing for his first grand final and has an ex-Bomber and Lion to thank. (Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS)

After a torturous run with injury at Essendon, ruckman Sam Draper leant on Joe Daniher before deciding to switch to Brisbane.

The 27-year-old is preparing for his first AFL grand final after managing 25 games in his first season with the Lions.

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