Too many of Salcido’s shots are from poor angles down the alley. More than half (53.5%) of his shots were with his stick to the outside. That’s the highest mark in PLL by a longshot; league average is 16.4%. Improving his off-ball game can help bring that number down.Even though Salcido attempted fewer assisted shots than Jones in 2019, there’s hope that he can cut behind Fields’ postups. Offenses in this league need six players working together at once – not taking turns and alternating possessions.

Another key to remember: Chaos was arguably hit hardest by the expansion draft. A 2-for-1 deal almost always favors the team that receives the better player. But in the wake of losing Brodie Merrill, Kyle McClancy, and Charlie Cipriano, head coach Andy Towers’ team could use an extra asset.

That 13thoverall pick will likely produce an All-Star. This draft class goes 13 deep easily. In no particular order: Michael Sowers, Grant Ament, Jeff Teat, Mac O’Keefe, TD Ierlan, Dox Aitken, JT Giles-Harris, Jared Bernhardt, Michael Kraus, Tre Leclaire, Bryan Costabile, Jared Conners, Ryan Terefenko. Chaos now owns three picks in the top 13. Coach Towers can afford to take a swing on a player bound for a fifth-year of football (Aitken, Giles-Harris, Bernhardt).

The Woods’ offensive environment is perfect for Jones’ game. Off-ball, he can pop from the inside, catch throwbacks, and attack advantageous approaches. It’s easier than cutting or floating as Fields dodges against defenses with zero intention of sending a double team.

On-ball, Jones will open up shots for everyone else. He averaged 2.3 assist opportunities per game – very solid for a midfielder. Lefties feast on passes from Jones. During his pro career, lefties have shot 40.0% when Jones feeds them in a settled set. Good luck trying to defend a Joe Walters-Matt Kavanagh mumbo while Jones initiates from up top.

Any pass in front of his face is fair game. Most players would hit this mirror (Eric Scott, #4) after drawing a slide. That won’t create a shot against a pro defense. The pass Jones makes – one step further down the chain to Jake Froccaro (#54) – is money. Imagine this same set with Sergio Perkovic perched top center. Sheesh.