"If Cresswell had been taken ahead of Dann I'd have held my hands up and gone "that's fine, he's had a great season". But Jamie ****ing Vardy?"
Because Scott Dann is well renowned for his striking exploits.
People are saying Puncheon should be picked over him as well, who once again isn't a striker. A squad has to contain options in every position, the squad isn't necessarily all of the 'best' players but the best balance and Vardy provides a different option up front not to mention the fact he's earned a chance with his performances.
I genuinely have no idea who people want picked ahead of Vardy who isn't injured/playing for the under 21s. Can't think of a single one myself.