Nev Jetta

[dee-luded 2,959]

More like him and Tapscott and they will be stepping out of the way .

That I'd like to see. Bring back the eighties & nineties.

Theres just Too many Pianists & PlayRights playing footy today.

[dee-luded 2,959]

I think Nev may be a victim of other peoples' expectations to some extent. A lot of people look at him and see a small aboriginal player, so they expect lightning speed, flashy skills and the odd freakish moment. That's just not the sort of player he is. He's a hard, tough, courageous combatant who will fight for the contested ball and do well in traffic. He is more like Brett Kirk than Cyril Rioli.

It seems many Melbourne supporters want every player to run rings around there opponents, rather that thru them..

Very Few are Robert Flowers.

[cowboy_from_hell 2,390]

I haven't been a huge fan of Nev but as has been pointed no real pre seasons under his belt. I thought under Bailey he was used as an outside player but he seems to like throwing what weight he has around the packs. He showed something today.

[Nasher 33,617]

I haven't been a huge fan of Nev but as has been pointed no real pre seasons under his belt. I thought under Bailey he was used as an outside player but he seems to like throwing what weight he has around the packs. He showed something today.

Barry Prendergast was on record in saying that he believed the FD were playing Jetta in the wrong position, and that he thought he viewed Jetta as an inside midfielder. I guess that somewhat supports what you're saying.

[Dee Fan 3,247]

Neeld seems to gathering a core of players that will form the basis of our team over the next 10 years and players like Jetta seem to be part of it.

[Philthy 284]

Loved the kid since his chase down tackle on Sandilands a couple of years back.

[dazzledavey36 55,318]

I think Nev may be a victim of other peoples' expectations to some extent. A lot of people look at him and see a small aboriginal player, so they expect lightning speed, flashy skills and the odd freakish moment. That's just not the sort of player he is. He's a hard, tough, courageous combatant who will fight for the contested ball and do well in traffic. He is more like Brett Kirk than Cyril Rioli.

Byron Pickett B)

[Range Rover 1,935]

By virtue of his attitude, agression and courage ... he should stay on the list, even if there remains a question mark on his long-term viability.

No more fairies, wannabes and mirror-gazers at the MFC.

[jumbo returns 6,741]

I love Neville Jetta. Gutsy and HAS A CRACK. Also has the pace to get himself out of trouble and can operate in a phonebox.

Kicking has improved, still a little way to go.

With a few games in a row, could become a regular up forward or around the wing.

He's like a Jamie Bennell if Jamie Bennell was not a massive fairy.

Buzzy, like the first part of your comment, but not the last sentence - please try and be aware that playing AFL footy is not for the faint hearted.

Edited August 11, 2012 by jumbo returns

[rpfc 28,769]

He has always had the talent and desire but just has been a ghost due to injuries.

Real shame if he does go, he reminds me of Doggy Brown.

Hopefully he can find a spot.

[Striker475 696]

Byron Pickett B)

oh how I would love Byron back

[dee-luded 2,959]

oh how I would love Byron back

Oh how I would love to have 90's footy back.

[tonatopia 278]

I love him.

Maybe he can be considered in the back pocket?

Any thoughts?

Also, I wouldn't get rid of his mate bennell just yet, I think he has absolute class on the ground and on the air, however, he is still a boy, watchout when he becomes a man and dosnt give a fuc about pain anymore. He is only 20.

[rpfc 28,769]

I love him.

Maybe he can be considered in the back pocket?

Any thoughts?

Also, I wouldn't get rid of his mate bennell just yet, I think he has absolute class on the ground and on the air, however, he is still a boy, watchout when he becomes a man and dosnt give a fuc about pain anymore. He is only 20.

Some have to go.

The rules say at least 3.

And if we are to improve - more than that - and players like Bennell will have to make way.

[My TD 156]

Loved the kid since his chase down tackle on Sandilands a couple of years back.

And took on Dane Swan front on to put him on his arze a couple years back.

[My TD 156]

It seems many Melbourne supporters want every player to run rings around there opponents, rather that thru them..

Very Few are Robert Flowers.

Not me , been screaming for no BS straight line players for 20 years.

[Chook in Perth 2,109]

oh how I would love Byron back

we could really do with a fat has-been who gets on the [censored] before games.

[KillerWatts 5]

Rapt that Nev has been able to play a few games. He has had a tough run with injury. His tackling and in and under work is quite good. Great effort going back with the flight of the ball. Definitely worth persisting with.

[Pennant St Dee 13,304]

Really like the kid and have for a while, has hardness and desire, which makes an average player a decent asset to the team. Will get an extension fits in to what Neeld wants and don't discount him becoming a mid in the Wellingham mold with a decent pre season and injury free run behind him

[jurrahcane 70]

Nev Jetta is playing for his career. Yes he showed glimpses today, but more is needed. Lacks the pace as a small fwd so needs to be inside mid... and doesn't get the foioty enough. Next 3 weeks will determine if he stays or goes IMO. 50/50 in my mind.

[DeeSpencer 26,080]

Nev Jetta is playing for his career. Yes he showed glimpses today, but more is needed. Lacks the pace as a small fwd so needs to be inside mid... and doesn't get the foioty enough. Next 3 weeks will determine if he stays or goes IMO. 50/50 in my mind.

He's safe for mine. Remember he has never had an AFL preseason to build the endurance that will make him look and play faster. Really he and Tapscott have produced about the same amount.

Hardness at the footy and commitment to win the ball back from opponents should be enough to keep Jetta.

[satyricon 267]

My MFC jumper I wear to games has Nr 39 and one signature on it, so that immediately tells you where I stand on Nev Jetta.......some of the posts here border on the ridiculous but then again everybody is entitled to an opinion.....Nev is not a small fwd he has been put there at the moment because he hasn't got the fitness to play in the middlle or down back although he was moved onto Saad in the last quarter.

Which bit of "you need a full pre season" don't some posters get, it is like Spencer he is getting better each game, the same with Nev, it would be wonderful if next season all 46 players on the list will get through unscathed, unfortunalely it won't happen, both did not do a ore season, it doesn't mean they are crap, and lose the skills they have, it just means they don't have the fitness base to compete at AFL level, but each game they get pushes the up a little bit

Nev will be signed, I for one have no doubt he will be

[Rhino Richards 1,467]

I have been wondering for a long time what this guy offers, I think he showed a little today, especially early

I have been wondering too. Not overly excited by him. But he has a better chance than some OOC players for getting a new deal.

I think Nev may be a victim of other peoples' expectations to some extent. A lot of people look at him and see a small aboriginal player, so they expect lightning speed, flashy skills and the odd freakish moment. That's just not the sort of player he is. He's a hard, tough, courageous combatant who will fight for the contested ball and do well in traffic. He is more like Brett Kirk than Cyril Rioli.

Good post but i am struggling to see what he is going to build his AFL career. He is not fast and not dangerous by hand or foot. Gutsy yes but I dont see him as a player thats going to hurt opposition sides with his skill level. I certainty dont think he has the skill tricks for a small forward. i am struggling to see which position he can hold down LT. However his work ethic and attitude will probably get him another contract with Neeld at modest $$.

[dazzledavey36 55,318]

My MFC jumper I wear to games has Nr 39 and one signature on it, so that immediately tells you where I stand on Nev Jetta.......some of the posts here border on the ridiculous but then again everybody is entitled to an opinion.....Nev is not a small fwd he has been put there at the moment because he hasn't got the fitness to play in the middlle or down back although he was moved onto Saad in the last quarter.

Which bit of "you need a full pre season" don't some posters get, it is like Spencer he is getting better each game, the same with Nev, it would be wonderful if next season all 46 players on the list will get through unscathed, unfortunalely it won't happen, both did not do a ore season, it doesn't mean they are crap, and lose the skills they have, it just means they don't have the fitness base to compete at AFL level, but each game they get pushes the up a little bit

Nev will be signed, I for one have no doubt he will be

Great post! agree 100%

[Theo 276]

Nev Jetta is playing for his career. Yes he showed glimpses today, but more is needed. Lacks the pace as a small fwd so needs to be inside mid... and doesn't get the foioty enough. Next 3 weeks will determine if he stays or goes IMO. 50/50 in my mind.

Pretty much agree, he doesn't get enough of the ball for me. Has averaged 12 possessions a game each year with 3 tackles. His career high was in his first year with 24 disposals against Carlton.

Doesn't take a leadership role and plays like a bit player with the occassional cameo. Too date he is just another Melbourne player that leaves too much to too few.