Jack Watts

[binman 42,118]

Totally agree.

He must have got a bullet up his arse at three quarter time.

His first half was very ordinary.

What the?

[binman 42,118]

Totally agree.

He must have got a bullet up his arse at three quarter time.

His first half was very ordinary.

Rubbish, pure tosh.

[Akum 2,660]

Big fan of Jack's talent. Thought his goals covered up some significant lack of intensity today though. With his talent, if he developed his intensity and 'want' to be the best he could be, he could be anything.

He was clutch today though. Best kick in our team and has all the ability. Become our best player Jack, you clearly can be!

One thing to say about Jack Watts. Most of our (rare) wins over the past few years have co-incided with him stepping his game up a notch.

Edited May 17, 2014 by Akum

[DeeSpencer 24,907]

One thing to say about Jack Watts. Most of our (rare) wins over the past few years have co-incided with him stepping his game up a notch.

Most of our wins have come against poor sides completely devoid of pressure or physicality. It's hardly a surprise that Watts thrives (at least the attacking part of his game) in those conditions and then there is a snowball effect because his disposals are often clean and result in scores and the goals he kicks.

But I see Watts as the icing once others make the cake.

Today was slightly more impressive because he put a sword to a weakening opponent instead of getting early goals against a mediocre one.

[Akum 2,660]

Most of our wins have come against poor sides completely devoid of pressure or physicality. It's hardly a surprise that Watts thrives (at least the attacking part of his game) in those conditions and then there is a snowball effect because his disposals are often clean and result in scores and the goals he kicks.

But I see Watts as the icing once others make the cake.

Today was slightly more impressive because he put a sword to a weakening opponent instead of getting early goals against a mediocre one.

Yeah but without the icing you don't get the win, devalued (in your opinion) or not. That's my point.

[Jarka 767]

I was really harsh on him but he's now doing pretty much everything that I was complaining about, which means, well...I can stop complaining.

That was easy.

[Maldonboy38 6,387]

I thought he was good most of the game but not great, as there were still those "what's happening why is everyone running past me moments". What was frustrating were the amount of times he ran his guts out to get into position A or space A and his team mate kicked it to another option where we were outnumbered. But I loved his exhausting gut running.

I was impressed with his game today because:

• He had vital possessions in every quarter.
• His last quarter was outstanding.
• He took some contested marks.
• Some of his tackles were very strong.
• He played a team game.
• His kicking. It really is a pleasure to watch him kick. And to that female Melbourne supporter behind me who kept screaming out "just kick it Jack" every time he got it, I love the way he holds onto the ball and takes his full 6 seconds to decide... then delivers.

[beelzebub 23,242]

I was really harsh on him but he's now doing pretty much everything that I was complaining about, which means, well...I can stop complaining.

That was easy.

Of a similar vein. The qualifier is however I would like to see this as a norm, as a base to further develop.

Possibly as he sees he's actually capable of things he'll just do it as second nature.

Am pleased for him really. But happily admit to being incredibly frustrated by him.

We all hoped Roos might affect a magic touch but fmd he really seems to have it.

Still not sure what PR has in mind as JW actual ROLE but its making for much more entertaining and watchable footy.

Edited May 17, 2014 by beelzebub

[The Song Formerly Known As 6,479]

the kids learning huh. needs to put on 8-10 kilos and then he will really make that spot his own.

[jazza 1,323]

noticed testerday that hes bigger,faster and played more games than pedders.

dont have an orgasm after one FAIR trot in a win.

good players do it on a weekly basis.

great players do it on a yearly basis.

[The Song Formerly Known As 6,479]

noticed testerday that hes bigger,faster and played more games than pedders.

dont have an orgasm after one FAIR trot in a win.

good players do it on a weekly basis.

great players do it on a yearly basis.

people are talking about the one game pal, you know, the one he won for us yesterday? Yeah, that one.

Not saying he has made it, just played to his potential.

[jazza 1,323]

people are talking about the one game pal, you know, the one he won for us yesterday? Yeah, that one.

Not saying he has made it, just played to his potential.

wasnt knocking you song?

more of the hes a champ rubbish being sprouted by others,after 1 game again.

definately respect your posts.big fella.

[The Song Formerly Known As 6,479]

wasnt knocking you song?

more of the hes a champ rubbish being sprouted by others,after 1 game again.

definately respect your posts.big fella.

i know what you mean, we quickly fall into the trap of touting our kids as being "elite", or star players when they have just shown their potential and yet to find that consistency that your elite have. Watts was superb yesterday, but the fact of the matter is he really only played as well, or close to as well, as he should play every week. He is DEFINITELY working harder, smarter and with more belief, so he is giving himself every opportunity to do this.

But on the other hand Jazza, sometimes you gotta let the people have their fun after a win, and if they wanna say they saw Watts walk across the Yarra River then let them.

Actually, come to think of it he probably DID do this with Bernie Vince after a night out celebrating last night...

Edited May 17, 2014 by The Song Formerly Known As

[beelzebub 23,242]

the kids learning huh. needs to put on 8-10 kilos and then he will really make that spot his own.

maybe only 5 or so. I think he might lose speed if too heavy. he just needs enough to lose the rag doll effect .

Im now far more confident that with this year and another preseason (with special focus ) he'll get close if not ..to, where he could be.

crossed fingers

Most importantly he seems to want to

[The Song Formerly Known As 6,479]

maybe only 5 or so. I think he might lose speed if too heavy. he just needs enough to lose the rag doll effect .

Im now far more confident that with this year and another preseason (with special focus ) he'll get close if not ..to, where he could be.

crossed fingers

Most importantly he seems to want to

yup, he is just slightly too light isn't he.

[beelzebub 23,242]

yup, he is just slightly too light isn't he.

funny really as hes not that small. But he just gets knocked off his line and 'dissed' at times when contesting.

[beelzebub 23,242]

Jack Watts

Absolute proof that the difference between Love and Hate is about the width of the white line.

[Ron Burgundy 8,584]

I'm laughing out loud.

Knew this would happen.

Those here who regularly bag Watts can get stuffed.

You can no longer hide behind your convenient, simplistic, boring, cliched, pathetic posts. Just admit that he's still developing and that he's a bloody important player for this club.

Good onya Jack. Great game - thank you. I really enjoyed that win.

[rpfc 28,075]

Classic case of moving the goalposts master.

All we talk about is that he plays his role and he did that the entire game and threw himself into things when he needed to.

The last quarter was a testament to his workrate that he got to contests that his opponent couldn't after spending the first 3 quarters right on his hammer.

The first three quarters was 'the expectation' of all players under Roos' Melbourne - the last quarter was the deliverance on his talent.

[beelzebub 23,242]

I'm laughing out loud.

Knew this would happen.

Those here who regularly bag Watts can get stuffed.

You can no longer hide behind your convenient, simplistic, boring, cliched, pathetic posts. Just admit that he's still developing and that he's a bloody important player for this club.

Good onya Jack. Great game - thank you. I really enjoyed that win.

Youre error RB im affraid is to ovetsimplify your asserttions.

Many here acknowledged Jacks ability and potential.

We also Spoke of his failings.

Wasnt many of us that needed to adjust. It was Jack. He seems to be doing so

[Maple Demon 449]

The way Jack has played in the past couple of games is, in a way, why people have been so frustrated with him and so critical. I say this because these games have highlighted what he is capable of when he is on hos game. What we have been annoyed and/or disappointed with is the level of unrealised potential.

He isn't the messiah, but he could very well have a decent career. Hopefully this path of improvement continues. He could become the poster boy for the complete buy-in of Roosy's ways if it does.

[Ron Burgundy 8,584]

BB - this is just the type of convenient response/position to which I refer.

Of course he has/had potential. He was a number one draft pick.

[beelzebub 23,242]

BB - this is just the type of convenient response/position to which I refer.

Of course he has/had potential. He was a number one draft pick.

Its not convenient...its rational

It's what is. He could but didnt. We knew it, he knew it. He's getting better. Why is that just a convenient stance ? its the only bloody one that has curry. To dive and duck around issue is the 'convenient' one I suggest

[DeeZee 7,347]

Jack will just get better and better as he gets older.

He will get bigger , more solid and become a more hardened player.....he has always had the sublime skills.

[whatwhat say what 22,309]

I think the other factor at play is that the majority of Melbourne supporters desperately want to see this kid succeed.

We can all see he has the tools to be a major player. He just needs to piece it all together, and watching it come together so slowly is incredibly frustrating.

Yesterday was a high water mark. 19 disposals, 11 (!) marks, 3 goals straight and 4 tackles is a great game for a high half forward.

It's what the likes of Gunston delivers on a regular basis for the Hawks in a far superior side.